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Best paint for bathroom tiles?
Hello, I'm wanting to update my bathroom with a limited budget. I cannot afford to re-tile so am considering painting the tiles. There are so many conflicting reviews online that I'm going round in circles! Is there a paint for bathroom tiles that you would recommend? Specifically I'm looking for a cream/beige matte finish. The tiles are around the window, toilet, sink, and bath. Thank you :)
What is the best type of garage door paint?
Looking to paint my garage door to match my new mint green door. What is the best type of paint to use? How do I even go about painting a garage door? Any tips welcome.
Dulux diamond paint for kitchen?
Hi, I have Dulux Diamond Matt paint (originally for the lounge) but I was wondering if this is ok to paint in the kitchen as well? Or should I buy paint specific for kitchens?
Removal of lead paint in old house
Have any experienced painters had to remove lead paint before? Is it dangerous to do yourself? Is it better/safer/cheaper to remove it from timer door and bay window frames or remove and replace them with MDF?
Paint foaming problem
Why does paint foaming occur? Is there any way I can manage this problem? What should I do? Thanks for your time and I look forward to your response.
What is the best type of sealant for kitchen tiles
Hello I have been installing floor tiles in my kitchen recently, as part of my kitchen’s renovation. We are planning on having decorative tiles fitted on the walls too. So far, it looks like I will have leftover adhesive from the floor tiles - would these be suitable to use for the wall tiles too? Or should I use some kitchen or wall specific tile adhesive instead? Thanks
Low cost ways of redecorating a semi-detached house
My family and I are trying to save as much money as we can at the moment. What are some low-cost or no cost ways that we can redecorate our home? We have a two storey semi-detached house.
What is the colour theory?
Hi there, just curious, what exactly is colour theory and how does it relate to painting a room?
Painting a masonary wall surrounding my patio
Hi, 👋 have a garden wall and steps surrounding my patio. It’s rendered and I painted it white last year with brush, took me two days 😔 it needs cleaning up after the winter so I’m going to use my karcher and plan to use a masonary roller. Any quick ways to cut in between the bottom of the wall and patio? Or do I need to use a brush again?
Best way to paint stained wood?
My stair case is currently dark brown stained wood. I would like the paint the handrail and the bottom black with white spindles. What paint and techniques would give the best finish?
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