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  • Colour matching paint product on a budget

    Is it generally easy to colour match budget-friendly products with more costly options? Or can this often prove quite difficult or even impossible?

    Asked by Sharon on 14th Nov 2022
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    Baby bunting flags

    What are some good places to find bunting flags for a baby’s room? Are these a hazard at all? How can you be sure they are securely in place and won’t fall?

    Asked by LAURA on 1st Feb 2021
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    Apartment Decorating Ideas please

    Could you give me some ideas so I could decorate my apartment? Its small but cosy and I’d like to give it a new lease of life. What paint colours, added wall decorations, etc. should I use?

    Asked by Jenny on 17th Dec 2020
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    Pigmented shellac primer paint

    What is pigmented shellac primer paint and how does it differ from other types of primer paint?

    Asked by Michael on 7th Nov 2022
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    Different stain types

    I’d like to know what the difference is between solid, transparent and semi-transparent stains? What are their pros and cons? Thanks,

    Asked by LAURA on 22nd Dec 2020
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    Wall with plaster-wallpaper several layers of paont

    Hi, I’ve got walls in my house where the wallpaper has been put on the plaster without base coat. On top of the wallpaper there are several layers of different paints. Can I sand this down until the plaster, wash it with sugar soap and than apply a new layer of paint? Would that work?

    Asked by Anna on 1st Sep 2025
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    Pros and cons of latex primer paint

    What are the advantages and downsides of latex primer paint?

    Asked by Patrick on 8th Nov 2022
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    Yellowing on radiators

    What to do about yellowing marks on radiators? What is the best way to remove it?

    Asked by lauren on 10th Mar 2021
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    Advice on garage floor paint needed

    Can I use leftover wall paint to paint my garage floor? If not, would it be ok to use it if I add a layer of sealer on top to protect it? Alternatively, are other types of garage flooring better and more long lasting like carpeting or tiles? I’m open to all suggestions

    Asked by Patrick on 9th Apr 2020
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    Pros and Cons of semi-gloss paint

    What are the pros and cons of a semi-gloss paint and where might you use it?

    Asked by Jackie on 12th May 2022
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