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.
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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
The most effective way to use emulsion paint for your decorating project
Paint is composed of pigments that add colour, binders that keep it together and solvents that make the liquid evaporate when drying, and additives with special properties like mildew-blocking or stain-killing properties. Some paints also contain VOCs (volatile organic compounds) which may cause asthma as well as reproductive and developmental issues in infants and children.Continue reading
The Importance of Durable Exterior Paint For Your House
Your house’s exterior is exposed to all types of elements, so it is vital that its paint finish be weatherproof. Applying fresh coats of paint regularly is key for maintaining kerb appeal and increasing value of your home. Durable exterior paint finishes are designed to withstand weather, sunlight and dust conditions and will protect your...Continue reading
How to pick the right colour for the exterior of your house
Choosing the right colour for the exterior of your house is an important decision, as it can greatly impact kerb appeal and the overall aesthetic of your home. If all the houses in your street are white, it’s best not to deviate from that scheme, and if you live in a shaded street, it’s best...Continue reading
How Often Should the Exterior of My House Be Painted?
Is it time to get your house painted again? That time seems to come around sooner each year, but how often would the optimal time frame be in having your home exterior repainted? After all, you want your house to not only look it’s best, but for it also to remain in good condition, avoiding...Continue reading
What Are the Differences Between Interior and Exterior Paint?
Paint is a liquid substance that contains pigment, resins and solvents. It binds to the surface being painted and dries to provide a smooth finish. Paints are formulated for specific purposes. Interior paints are often water-based and designed to be scrubbed and stain resistant, while exterior paints withstand the harsh elements and resist fading.
The strange science of why choosing paint colours affects our mood
The colours of our house, inside and outside, can make or break the house, especially if you are trying to sell it. Choosing the wrong colour can also cause headaches (seriously) and according to the ancient art of Feng Shui, a poor colour choice can also make the house “feel” wrong. When choosing paint for...Continue reading
Is trade paint for decorators, better quality than DIY paint? We find out.
If you are planning a decorating job this year, the first question you may ask yourself is, which type of paint should you choose? Will you go with trade-only paint, or the paint that’s readily available in your DIY store? Is there a difference between the two types, even paints by the same brand?Continue reading
Home Un-Improvements advice! When DIY goes wrong and what to do about it
We have written many articles on home improvements over the years but this time we are going to tell you about home UN-improvements. That is the removal from a building of misguided features or unsuitable home “improvements” added during previous renovations.
Five Reasons You Should Use an Exterior House Painter this year
Are you looking to transform your home? While the first thing that many property owners will think of is updating their interior, giving your exterior a new coat of paint is a quick and affordable way to give your home a new lease of life. However, while painting the outside of your home might seem...Continue reading
Exterior home wall decorating on a house in Herefordshire with a long lasting finish
This house in Ross on Wye, Herefordshire needed painting every year, but not any more, with the never paint again wall coating system it’s good for the next 20 years, guaranteed. This page runs through the process we use to repair, weatherproof and paint a house with our long life durable painting system.