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Difference between kitchen and bathroom paint
Is there really any difference between bathroom and kitchen paint or is it all marketing?
How to sand skirting boards
I want to repaint all the skirting boards in the house, but they've got layers of old gloss on them. What's the best way to get a smooth finish before painting?
Do I need to prep walls before painting?
I'm repainting a room where the walls are pretty smooth as they were replastered a few years ago. So, is there any prep I need to do or can I just slap the new coat of paint on?
Best way to cover oil-based undercoat in storage? 5L tin
Tin lid is broken - best way to store/cover over oil-based undercoat? I do not want the paint skinning over or spoiling.
Can you gloss radiators?
I want to repaint our old radiators with a proper gloss finish rather than radiator paint. Will standard gloss hold up to the heat. Any preparation needed?
Should you paint radiators?
Is it OK to paint a standard radiator? Thinking of going dark blue. Does this impact its effectiveness?
How to remove paint from skirting boards
I want to strip the skirting boards back to bare wood before repainting. What's the most effective method? There are several layers of old gloss on them.
How to identify lead paint in older houses
We have just moved into a 1930s house and the woodwork has clearly had many layers of paint. How can I tell if any of the older layers are lead paint before I start sanding?
Best gloss paint primer for wood
What's the best wood primer to use under gloss?
Best paint brush for low bristle loss
Every time I buy paint brushes they seem to loose a lot of bristles. Do you have any recommendations for a good emulsion brush that doesn't leave bristles in the paintwork?
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