Pebbledash? Yuk! We hate pebbledash, and so do many of our customers, but what can be done about having a house with pebbledash on the outside? Many people opt for the expensive and potentially harmful practice of having the house re-dashed, but there is a far better, and cheaper solution, which retains the pebbledash but...Continue reading
Author: neverpaintagain
Can cold weather crack my house walls?
Take a look at your walls. Both inside the home and outside. Can you see cracks? Ignore them at your peril. This could be a time to pay some attention to the outside of your house, especially with the onset of the cold winter months.
Can living in a damp and mouldy home actually kill you?
In the realm of home hazards, damp and mould are often dismissed as mere annoyances. However, recent revelations in the UK media suggest that the consequences of residing in a mould-infested environment may be more severe than we once thought.
What Causes Damp in my house, and What work Can Be Done to cure it?
Do you live in a house that is suffering from mould? Damp in homes is an issue that can strike fear into the hearts of homeowners. The tell-tale signs of peeling wallpaper, musty odours, and unsightly mould can turn a dream home into a nightmare. Understanding the root causes of dampness is crucial to tackling...Continue reading
Superior exterior painting on a house in Bude, with a nice customer review!
We have a very diverse working week, repairing and painting all kinds of properties around the country, and this villa was located on Cornwall’s north coast, in Bude, We had a lovely letter from the owners afterwards, which we have posted at the bottom of this page. Let’s have a brief look at what we...Continue reading
Exterior house painting: The secrets that decorators don’t want you to know
Is your local painter and decorator hiding something from you? Is the paint they use all it’s cracked up to be? Are there some things that the trade do not want the public finding out about? We lift the curtain on your local decorator with some surprising facts.
Can house penetrating damp be cured from inside?
Damp can be a serious threat in many properties and needs to be treated quickly in order to limit further damage. Visible damp patches, musty smells and damaged plaster are just some of the issues associated with damp issues that must be quickly addressed in order to stop further deterioration from taking place. Poorly constructed...Continue reading
Repainting a grand house in Northumberland with a durable, weatherproof wall coating
The owners of this imposing property in Alnwick, Northumberland, were concerned about the dire state of their exterior walls, made worse each year by the inclement weather in the area. They knew that simple masonry painting was not the answer so they turned to us to refurbish and beautify the exterior of this imposing property.Continue reading
Can exterior paint be used for decorating indoors?
Hey there, folks! Alex here, and today we’re going to talk about an important topic: why you should never use exterior paint indoors. You see, painting is a fantastic way to refresh your living spaces, but not all paints are created equal, and the differences between interior and exterior paints are more than just skin-deep.Continue reading
Why You Must Get the Outside of Your House Painted Before Winter!
Welcome, fellow homeowners and architecture enthusiasts, to a discussion about one of the most crucial aspects of maintaining a beautiful and resilient home – the exterior. Just as the famed architect Mies van der Rohe once said, “God is in the details,” the longevity and appeal of your home lie in the meticulous care you...Continue reading
How to turn a run down house exterior into a home to be proud of!
So you are stood there, outside, looking at your house, and perhaps feeling a bit sad as it doesn’t look great? Nothing to do with keeping up with the neighbours, it’s your pride and joy, your largest asset, and it really looks scruffy. Should you not look after it a bit better? So what do...Continue reading
The improvement that the Outside of Your House Really Needs!
What would the most cost effective exterior home improvement be? It’s Wall coatings. They provide an innovative alternative to masonry paint with multiple advantages over its use: protecting brick and render from weather exposure, stopping damp from penetrating walls and increasing property values. Exterior wall coatings provide property owners with an effective home improvement solution...Continue reading