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Is painting over wallpaper ever a good idea, or should you always strip and start again?
By Steve Jenkins last updated
Painting over wallpaper might seem like a quick and easy option but is it a long-term solution? Experts weigh in on this often divisive DIY topic

This is why you should never use regular paint in your bathroom
By Megan Milstead published
Wondering if you can use regular paint in your bathroom? Experts explain why it’s a bad idea – and what you should use instead

Where to buy masonry paint to give your brick, render and cement surfaces a new lease of life
By Steve Jenkins published
If you’re looking for the best masonry paint at wallet-friendly prices, check out the list of UK retailers we have put together to help you get what you want

Is pre-painted skirting board worth the extra cost? We have the answer on whether or not it'll actually save you time
By Steve Jenkins published
We help you decide if it's the right option for your next decorating project

Best paint sprayers – our favourite picks for a professional finish
By Steve Jenkins last updated
From budget buys to premium options, the best paint sprayers are a great tool to help speed up your next DIY project

Where to buy paint for every room in your home as well as the features in your garden
By Steve Jenkins published
Are you looking for the right paint, at the right price for your next home renovation project? We’ve done the hard work for you and put together a list of UK retailers to suit all your painting needs.

Why is some paint so expensive — and is it actually any better? Why the answer is often 'yes'
By Natasha Brinsmead published
There is a significant price gap between premium paints and retail equivalents – but is it worth paying the extra to get a better finish, or is there little difference? We asked the experts

Have you heard of colour capping? Here's how to nail this bold new paint trend
By Amy Cutmore published
First there was colour drenching, and now comes this more graduated way to decorate walls and ceilings

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
By Sarah Harley published
A trio of blue shades has been announced as the Dulux Colours of the Year 2026, but how can you make a colour that's often deemed cold work in your home decoration ideas?

If you don't have this product in your DIY kit you're missing out. We explain what sugar soap is and why it's a must-have
By Steve Jenkins, Sarah Harley last updated
Keen to clean dirt and grime from your walls without too much elbow grease? Why understanding what is sugar soap will be the best thing you read today
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