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Decorating can really make a project come to life and make it finally feel finished.
Take a look at some of our recent posts and get inspired.

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Person creating a fluid art painting.

To those not in the know, it can seem like acrylic paint pouring is very simple and in some ways, it is. However, there are so many little things along the way that can ruin your artwork all too easily. So, we are going to be detailing the top 10 most common paint pouring mistakes […]

new acrylic paint pour technique

New paint pouring techniques

Last Revised in Decorating

Whilst acrylic paint pouring has been around for some time now, we have been seeing more and more new paint pouring techniques being shared. So, we thought we would take a moment to share some of our favourite new techniques we have recently seen. Take a look at our top 5 new paint pouring techniques […]

person painting a fence on a cloudy day

Sometimes life doesn’t always go the way we plan and projects can get pushed aside. If you don’t manage to get around to painting your fence in the spring or summer, you may think you have missed your chance until the following year. However, if you plan accordingly, you can still paint your fence in […]

Close up of a upvs window frame being painted

How to Paint uPVC Windows

Last Revised in Decorating, How To Guides

uPVC (otherwise known as Un-plasticised Poly Vinyl Chloride) is most likely the most commonly used material for windowsills and window frames. However, they can be a little bit boring or even ‘ugly’ looking, so today we are going to show you how to paint uPVC windows to keep them looking fresh and interesting! With long […]

Penetration damp on an interior wall

You have probably found this blog post because you have damp, right? But maybe you’re not totally clued in on the various types or how to deal with them. So, let’s dive into the nitty-gritty of the three most common damp types today, so you can handle them like a pro. In your house, you’ll […]

Decorator cutting in with a paint brush around a window frame

How to cut in paint perfectly

Last Revised in Decorating

One of the most common things beginner painters run into is cutting in paint on ceilings, around skirting boards and other areas that require a neat straight line of paint. Today we are going to be going through some of our top tips to help you cut in paint perfectly every time. Whether you are […]

Polytrol F.A.Q's

We get a lot of FAQ’s about our colour restorer Polytrol. It’s a fairly unique product and so it is understandable that people should have questions about it. To make things quicker and easier for those curious, we thought we would consolidate the most popular questions all into one place to help you find the […]

empty paint cans

Many of us have made some kind of mistake when it comes to paint. You may have ordered too much, or perhaps dislike the colour now you have seen it on an entire wall. There is a lot of conflicting information out there and it can be difficult to know how to correctly dispose of […]