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Satin vs matt paint: Which one will you need for your next paint project?
By Steve Jenkins published
We reveal the differences between satin vs matt paint to help you choose the right one for your walls and woodwork

Sanding walls before painting: What you need to do to get the best finish
By Steve Jenkins published
Sanding walls is an essential part of the preparation for painting or hanging wallpaper. Here we tell you what tools and sandpaper you’ll need to do it right

The best types of paint for children’s rooms — and why
By Sam Webb published
Selecting the right paint for a child's room can make a parent's life much easier when it comes to cleaning

Oil vs water-based paint: What's the difference and which will you need on your next paint project?
By Steve Jenkins published
Whatever your next paint project, it will be a choice of oil vs water-based paint. Here we reveal what you’ll need to use where

Painting over grease stains the right way to stop the marks coming back
By Steve Jenkins published
Before you think about painting over grease stains, you need to clean and prep the area to get the most effective finish. Here we tell you how

How to paint over dark colours: expert tips for decorating success
By Steve Jenkins published
Painting over dark colours can help to transform a dull room into a light and bright space. Here's how to get the best results

Painting over lime plaster: The do’s and don'ts you need to know
By Steve Jenkins published
The process for painting over lime plaster is similar to painting any other plaster, but with some subtle, must-know differences that we reveal here

Prince Andrew's struggles with Royal Lodge upkeep amid new lease requirements
By Joseph Mullane published
His lease requires him to paint the Royal Lodge with two coats of paint every five years
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