Tag: Paint
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Where to buy masonry paint for the best prices
Bricks, render, cement, and general masonry usually come in shades of grey and red. However, these natural colours aren’t always what you want, so a coat of masonry paint can transform the interior or exterior of a home and add weather protection. Alternatively, a fresh coat of paint on previously painted masonry surfaces will bring…
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Matte, Satin, or Gloss? A Guide to Choosing the Right Paint Finish
When it comes to painting your home, choosing the right color is only half the story. The finish or sheen of your paint plays a critical role in how the final product looks, feels, and performs over time. From dramatic matte to radiant gloss, understanding the differences between paint finishes can help homeowners and designers…
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Should you paint skirting boards the same colour as your wall?
If you’ve ever stared at a tin of paint wondering whether to keep your skirting board ideas white or match them to your wall colour, you’re not alone. It’s one of those simple decorating choices that can make a surprisingly big impact – and one that interior designers are increasingly rethinking. Painting skirting boards the…
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Where to buy paint for every room in your home as well as the features in your garden
Paint is present throughout your home; it covers the walls, ceilings, doors, windows, and skirting boards. It is the classic finish that can quickly transform the colour, mood, and style of a room. Plus, it’s a project most DIY enthusiasts can undertake themselves. However, knowing how to paint a room is just one step towards…
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Is expensive paint worth it or is retail paint just as good?
After a recent visit to our local decorating warehouse, on a mission to buy paint to turn my daughter’s teenage bedroom ideas into a reality, I was more surprised than ever at the significant price gap between top-of-the range ‘designer’ brand paints and the retail equivalents. Not wanting to sound mean, but the idea of…
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How Much Will It Cost To Remove Asbestos And Lead Paint From Our Guest Cottage (+ What I’m Willing To Do Myself To Save Money)
OK, lead and asbestos info coming at you – and before you click away, I know this stuff might sound boring, but it’s actually riveting because I can see all the dollars we are saving. I’m GIDDY. In past gut renovations, I would have just relied on our professional contractor to hire the experts to…
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Can you paint a log burner? They don’t always have to be black
It’s a straightforward question: ‘Can you paint a log burner?’ and one you’re probably asking yourself if your log burner looks tired and needs a refresh. The quick answer is yes, but there are essential steps and materials you need to get it right. Once finished, not only will you achieve a smart new look…
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Colour capping 101: How to nail this bold new paint trend
By now, you’re probably familiar with the term colour drenching – covering everything from walls to ceilings (and even radiators and furniture) in the same, usually dark and moody, shade. But just as we’ve gotten to grips with one paint trend, another has come along in the form of colour capping. Instead of immersing a…
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How To Choose Paint Colors That Are Happy But Not Too Bold – The Full River House Paint Color Palette
If you like big macro “how the sausage is made” posts, this one is for you. The art direction of this house was pretty clear from the get-go, four years ago. The intent was to create a warm, contemporary home that was family-friendly. It’s similar to the mountain house, but with more color. When you…
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Can I paint my side of my neighbour’s garden fence?
If you’ve ever looked out at a drab or weathered fence panel, you might have wondered: can I paint my side of my neighbour’s garden fence? It feels like a harmless way to freshen up your outdoor space, but the answer isn’t quite as straightforward as many homeowners assume. While it might seem logical that…