<![CDATA[ Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating in Paint ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/paint Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ Is there really any way to get rid of the smell of paint? We lift the lid on paint smell hacks to reveal what works and what doesn't ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/paint/how-to-get-rid-of-paint-smell U7Bn2bHrzDAPSr9S4DXAUY Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I've always decorated on a DIY basis but this time I wanted to get a pro in to repaint our rooms — was it worth the money? ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/paint/is-a-professional-decorator-worth-the-money EEjg7WC8C3ToKnojwGjd7A Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Wallpaper vs paint — I'm redecorating and can't decide between the two so I asked for the experts' help. 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The paint you use to finish it matters more than you might realise — here's what the experts had to say ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/exterior/best-paint-for-a-front-door Fk7sWAqTfgruvwETuKhEL6 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Why storing paint in these locations could result in a DIY winter disaster ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/paint/does-paint-freeze RjKmDVNXY4zC3Lhw7ZokEP Wed, 07 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Forget expensive brushes – this £10 item is my go-to hack for painting fiddly areas ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/paint/self-tanning-mitt-for-painting-hack RmEfWxtFByFH858Dr5uGF9 Sat, 29 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Fri, 05 Dec 2025 17:03:49 +0000 <![CDATA[ This is why you should never use regular paint in your bathroom ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/paint/can-you-use-regular-paint-in-a-bathroom AKQEyPXup2t2FhYzjcxyML Sun, 16 Nov 2025 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Where to buy masonry paint to give your brick, render and cement surfaces a new lease of life ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/paint/where-to-buy-masonry-paint sq49yBiaiLjxzDLspjj9zB Sun, 02 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is pre-painted skirting board worth the extra cost? We have the answer on whether or not it'll actually save you time ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/paint/is-pre-painted-skirting-board Fmew3XQ4gKxTv6Nmpr2WZg Sat, 01 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 15:35:22 +0000 <![CDATA[ Where to buy paint for every room in your home as well as the features in your garden ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/paint/where-to-buy-paint tBNRMs5WThVhug3xN5oBo4 Sat, 18 Oct 2025 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Why is some paint so expensive — and is it actually any better? Why the answer is often 'yes' ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/paint/is-expensive-paint-better pJXrHaBwG79bhXnk7tmXfT Sun, 12 Oct 2025 06:00:00 +0000 Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:53:44 +0000 <![CDATA[ Could sage green kitchen cabinets be the new neutral? Here's why it's the timeless shade that works in every home ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/sage-green-kitchen-cabinets auCcdV6EtJPkriqFHEGtNg Wed, 17 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Have you heard of colour capping? Here's how to nail this bold new paint trend ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/paint/colour-capping HqZ5nTRUaFGwJg2Lm2td8i Thu, 11 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I've renovated countless houses and although some experts say blue is tricky to use in interiors, here's how I'd use the Dulux Colours of the Year 2026 ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/paint/dulux-colours-of-the-year-2026 4x24gHGvzQxZhte9jfNjsF Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:14:35 +0000 Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:45:51 +0000 <![CDATA[ Pros reveal easy-to-follow techniques to stop paint peeling and keep it looking good for longer ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/stop-paint-peeling HiCNXTXTpBCAdfE3iRiqo9 Tue, 05 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Using a dehumidifier to dry paint is not the shortcut you think it is —here's why it won't work ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/using-a-dehumidifier-to-dry-paint 8ZHUt7hePrBGYRtaDtNdSM Tue, 15 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ How to paint wardrobe doors to give a fresh look to your bedroom ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/how-to-paint-wardrobe-doors zzmJG8AZTB4dd7iYYFveUA Sun, 13 Jul 2025 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is painting over green algae on a fence ok? Experts weigh in on whether attempting this is a good idea ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/painting-over-green-algae-on-fence 4grQzZHqdWbxRK5VuK7rmD Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0000 Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:47:25 +0000 <![CDATA[ How to clean a fence before painting — including the best methods for removing green algae ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/how-to-clean-a-fence exi3DkenvoYAnGw6w4YpMj Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:00:10 +0000 Mon, 06 Oct 2025 13:33:33 +0000 <![CDATA[ Learn how to paint laminate kitchen cupboards to give them a fresh new contemporary look and finish ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/how-to-paint-laminate-kitchen-cupboards aWKzDRs8Eoqacs58PoeZVC Sun, 12 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Blues, greens and unexpected pairings — we lift the lid on the 2026 paint trends and how to use them in your home ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/paint-trends cpFFNwrwPGSgeYgfMSGySB Wed, 27 Nov 2024 06:00:20 +0000 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:13:03 +0000 <![CDATA[ I tried this anti-condensation paint to tackle the black mould problem in my bathroom and this was the result ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/anti-condensation-paint aG27W5vBVV5fpGRFdNhZvf Mon, 25 Nov 2024 11:40:17 +0000 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 11:41:03 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’ve renovated three homes and this is the best white paint you can buy ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/Tikkurila-Anti-Reflex-2-paint aRNdvmyhP2PKi2zHs2M6p6 Tue, 19 Nov 2024 06:00:00 +0000 Wed, 20 Nov 2024 08:14:49 +0000 <![CDATA[ Stain vs varnish: Which one should you use? ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/stain-vs-varnish RnhVoLhsE5qPWaWZwasK39 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 07:04:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ Varnishing wood floors: Expert tips on how to prep and apply ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/varnishing-wood-floors sftpEWa7kNzGvvM4j8k5xe Sun, 01 Sep 2024 05:00:56 +0000 Wed, 11 Sep 2024 07:57:47 +0000 <![CDATA[ What is lacquer paint and when should you use it over other paint types? ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/what-is-lacquer-paint g23Nr9XUihXHzyzh2feRWa Tue, 30 Jul 2024 05:00:53 +0000 <![CDATA[ Satin vs matt paint: Which one will you need for your next paint project? ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/satin-vs-matt-paint nfDpCkiRjfCR8YUH3x3wn3 Sun, 28 Jul 2024 07:30:08 +0000 <![CDATA[ Sanding walls before painting: What you need to do to get the best finish ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/sanding-walls FL2YU92L6YvKs6LWm6Uove Sat, 27 Jul 2024 05:00:13 +0000 Tue, 30 Jul 2024 15:43:01 +0000 <![CDATA[ The best types of paint for children’s rooms — and why ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/best-types-of-paint-for-childrens-rooms oeuZCdNTVwe5uCTtfXtfES Wed, 24 Jul 2024 05:30:47 +0000 <![CDATA[ Oil vs water-based paint: What's the difference and which will you need on your next paint project? ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/oil-vs-water-based-paint ZMc4Tkpde3LzxLNWadUBCA Sat, 13 Jul 2024 05:00:10 +0000 <![CDATA[ Painting over grease stains the right way to stop the marks coming back ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/painting-over-grease-stains 8vX4gCZy6eL3SojGGsFMT7 Fri, 05 Jul 2024 05:00:53 +0000 <![CDATA[ How to paint over dark colours: expert tips for decorating success ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/how-to-paint-over-dark-colours pycxbMZWVAV2tibotijA56 Fri, 28 Jun 2024 05:00:46 +0000 <![CDATA[ Painting over lime plaster: The do’s and don'ts you need to know ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/painting-over-lime-plaster VpiZYGjGYZSZc8xhXxALpP Thu, 27 Jun 2024 05:30:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ Prince Andrew's struggles with Royal Lodge upkeep amid new lease requirements ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/news/prince-andrews-struggles-with-royal-lodge-upkeep-amid-new-lease-requirements GznNLag699Cqf785VGHLSh Wed, 12 Jun 2024 08:00:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ Warning issued for homeowners painting their home during pollen season ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/news/warning-issued-for-homeowners-painting-their-home-during-pollen-season LXYUpVeW25ULhc6afsEbRV Sun, 02 Jun 2024 07:30:54 +0000 <![CDATA[ What is vinyl matt paint — plus why you'll find it in the trade aisle ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/what-is-vinyl-matt-paint WLatoW8zjsbaUFUhUVyfhb Sun, 02 Jun 2024 06:00:29 +0000 <![CDATA[ How to spray paint kitchen cabinets for a factory-like finish ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/spray-painting-kitchen-cabinets YCSSPSCH3L8TYKbcFtUiG3 Fri, 03 May 2024 05:00:53 +0000 Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:23:55 +0000 <![CDATA[ Thinking of painting a hallway? Try these smart, practical and colour-friendly tips to elevate your entrance ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/painting-a-hallway mr7grqpG5NL7NNzJZWcMCB Mon, 29 Apr 2024 05:00:47 +0000 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 13:58:32 +0000 <![CDATA[ How to fix peeling paint on wood and walls ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/how-to-fix-peeling-paint UPicnRZKSUvqEhFtC46dm8 Fri, 26 Apr 2024 05:00:02 +0000 Fri, 26 Apr 2024 16:34:20 +0000 <![CDATA[ How to strip paint off walls ready for a new coat of paint ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/how-to-strip-paint-off-walls bpsCZuYrJKBUPmcMQHLbU4 Sun, 21 Apr 2024 05:00:09 +0000 Mon, 13 May 2024 08:28:16 +0000 <![CDATA[ A DIY guide to spray painting wood for a smooth, professional finish ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/spray-painting-wood eEoqq6ecFosQMzbKbcCHfG Fri, 05 Apr 2024 05:30:48 +0000 Wed, 01 May 2024 14:24:15 +0000 <![CDATA[ 15 decorating mistakes to avoid on your next painting or wallpapering project ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/decorating-mistakes yH3TW3UzY7CdpypmHaJND9 Tue, 02 Apr 2024 06:39:19 +0000 Mon, 20 May 2024 09:43:39 +0000 <![CDATA[ Painting wood furniture: A DIY guide to get the perfect finish ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/painting-wood-furniture gE8HF9tfCYYV5E8PYhhm23 Sat, 23 Mar 2024 07:00:36 +0000 <![CDATA[ What is emulsion paint used for and when should you avoid it? Our DIY experts have the answers ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/what-is-emulsion-paint-used-for tBt4BLAY2HqqnMdWKXyndL Sat, 02 Mar 2024 11:00:38 +0000 Mon, 03 Jun 2024 08:11:45 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'It's grey!' Homeowners hit back at critics of semi-detached house painted 'black' ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/news/its-grey-homeowners-hit-back-at-critics-of-semi-detached-house-painted-black tyN8tRsrtMbYenJnhD3y6J Sun, 28 Jan 2024 08:00:15 +0000 <![CDATA[ 17 painted kitchen cabinet ideas to revitalise your doors ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/ideas/painted-kitchen-cabinet-ideas 6to5fBwmiiNS9Ny2wCNwKC Sat, 27 Jan 2024 06:00:29 +0000 Tue, 28 May 2024 08:29:18 +0000 <![CDATA[ Artists spend 20 years painting colourful 'tattoos' on the front of their house ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/news/artists-spend-20-years-painting-colourful-tattoos-on-the-front-of-their-house RQYG6YxoTCJdcRmFG4GDpd Fri, 12 Jan 2024 08:05:34 +0000 Fri, 12 Jan 2024 08:08:58 +0000