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Using emulsion to create an ombre effect on walls
How to you create an ombre effect on walls using emulsion?
Natural Vs artificial bristles
Which are better, natural or artificial bristles? And why? What are their pros and cons?
Masking type use before painting
Could you give me an idea of the best types/products of masking tape that I should use before painting something? Where could I buy these options?
Wallpaper shading issue
What to do about wallpaper shading? How can this be fixed? What products, tools or equipment should I use and what exactly is involved in fixing this issue? Will I just need to replace the wallpaper? How can I tell if the wallpaper should just be replaced? Why does shading occur with wallpaper and how can I fix it exactly? Thanks in advance.
satinwood Leyland trade
can i use satinwood ( Leyland trade ) straight on top primed new skirting/facing etc also on top of glossed door frames
Frenchic paint on stained wood.
Has anybody painted stained wood with frenchic paint? I have heard it sticks to anything and works wonders. The only way I know how to paint stained wood is sand, stain blocker, primer, then whatever finish you want. Is frenchic the miracle paint it claims to be and can slap straight on and you're done.
Wall bleeding/staining
How does bleeding/staining occur on a wall? Why is this happening what can I do about it?
Painting vertical stripes on walls
I've seen lots of social media posts of people painting vertical stripes on bedroom walls. I'd like to try it but I'm worried about getting the lines straight enough. Any tips?
Tips for painting concrete flooring in garage
The concrete floor in my garage is painted. Is it safe to add an epoxy coating to this surface? If so, what steps should I take to apply this? How much should I apply? What equipment will I need and how about any safety tips and equipment that I’ll need to take into consideration? If it can’t be done, is there any other type of coating that can be added or something similar than be done to add more protective and preservative qualities to my garage floor? Thank in advance! I’m a bit stuck on this and would like to figure out so that the floor doesn’t wear down over time. Any help would be very helpful. Thanks for your time.
What is an eggshell finish?
I’ve heard somewhere of something called an eggshell finish. Could you explain what this is exactly? When would it be a good finish to use?
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