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Lissi's kitchen arch close up

You may have seen the current trend of painted arches and wondered how to achieve the look in your own home. So, we’re here to show you just how easy it is! Take a look at our step-by-step guide to learn all about how to create a painted arch. Supplies Tape measure String Pencil Level […]

Man cleaning interior windows

End of tenancy cleaning can be a bit of a daunting task so we have put together a handy checklist to help assist you. What is end of tenancy cleaning? End of tenancy cleaning (EOT) is an agreement that a tenant agrees on with their landlord upon rental of a property, where it is agreed […]

Oil being applied to a hinge

Do you have a door (or doors) that echo around the house upon being used? Squeaky doors can be incredibly annoying to live with but also are very easy to remedy! Most of us have at least one door or cupboard that makes a dreaded sound when opened and/or closed. It’s a very common and […]

man painting window frames with a brush

This post will explain the best way to paint wooden window frames. From preparation to finished result! For best results, make sure the wood is in sound condition. If there are any holes or gaps that need to be filled in, we recommend doing so beforehand. Once any gaps have been filled, left to dry […]

Vegafloor application with a roller

It can be tricky to know exactly how to oil wood floors. No matter what state your flooring is in, there is always a solution with Owatrol. Oleofloor Classic is a water-based oil finish with a ‘wet look’ finish. It offers superior chemical and water resistance and is suitable for use in a wide variety […]

Cleaning the carpet

If you have carpet you may have noticed it could do with a little bit of a refresh. Whilst hardwood floors are quick and easy to clean and maintain, carpets can be a little bit more high maintenance. Today we are going to explain how you can keep your carpet looking cleaner and fresher for […]

Man sanding a wall

As we always say, preparation is key! Behind every good paint job is good preparation. Today we are going to share our top 5 tips on how we recommend you prep your walls for painting. 1) Removing wallpaper If you are planning to remove wallpaper and instead paint your walls, there are a couple of […]

Rocks painted with a Christmas theme

How to paint rocks

Posted on in For the Garden, How To Guides

Painting rocks has become very popular – especially in recent years. It’s an activity that easy to do and fun for all ages. Although you can paint rocks for personal use, it has also become a community game. You may have noticed some brightly coloured rocks around when on a walk in your local parks […]