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A DIY guide to spray painting wood for a smooth, professional finish
By Steve Jenkins published
If you want a factory-like finish, spray painting wood is one way to make it happen. Discover all you need to know to achieve smart silky results

15 decorating mistakes to avoid on your next painting or wallpapering project
By Steve Jenkins published
Avoid the decorating mistakes in this guide and your next painting and decorating project will be a success

Painting wood furniture: A DIY guide to get the perfect finish
By Steve Jenkins published
There’s an art to painting wood furniture, from getting your prep right, choosing the best tools and using the right paint. Find the answers in this step-by-step guide

What is emulsion paint used for and when should you avoid it? Our DIY experts have the answers
By Natasha Brinsmead published
Not sure what emulsion paint can be used for? In this handy guide, we explain the best uses for this type of paint as well as the surfaces it might not be suitable for

'It's grey!' Homeowners hit back at critics of semi-detached house painted 'black'
By Sam Webb published
The distinctive semi-detached in Worcester has raised eyebrows for its paint job but the owners claim they have turned it into "quality student housing"

Artists spend 20 years painting colourful 'tattoos' on the front of their house
By Sam Webb published
The homeowner enlisted the help of 20 artists for the 'unusual and distinct' mural, which took over 20 years to complete and now gathers largely positive reactions from locals

How to get paint out of clothes and restore to them to their former glory
By Steve Jenkins published
Learn how to get paint out of clothes and wash away wet paint and give dried paint the boot with these smart but simple solutions

How long between coats of paint? Discover drying times and why you shouldn’t add another coat too soon
By Steve Jenkins published
Want to know how long between coats of paint you need to wait? There isn't a straightforward answer, but we are here to help and tell what you need to know

'Crazy Frog' mural allowed to stay despite never gaining planning approval
By Joseph Mullane published
A couple from Errol have been told they can keep their mural in front of their house despite never gaining planning permission and the house being in a conservation area

Mural on historic building allowed to stay despite painter forgetting to apply for listed building consent
By Sam Webb published
The piece called 'Mother' that was painted on a Grade-II listed building in Preston has received a positive reaction online and by residents despite not gaining approval
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