Anti-condensation paint contains Biocide which kills mould, so no matter how wet your walls becomes it will not grow mould for many years. Another reason to use anti-condensation paint is its durability, you can wipe down this paint because it’s … Read more
Masonry paints are water-based so there is a high volume of water. When you paint a render, stone or brick wall and you have not sealed the wall then the dry masonry wall will suck the moisture from your paint. … Read more
Removing paint from your hands will vary from paint type. Water-based and emulsion paints will need soap, water and an abrasive pad. If you get oil-based paints on your hands then you will need to use an oil such as … Read more
Normal gloss paint cannot be used straight on bare wood, this is because it will soak into the wood and will never cover. For gloss paint to set bright white you must prime and seal the wood before applying the … Read more
A paintbrush is the most important tool when it comes to painting and decorating. You should always clean your paintbrush because next time you will be presented with a rock-solid brush that is never going to paint again. Oil-based and … Read more
Cracking paint can be caused by many issues, such as damp, new plaster and cheap paints. If you have recently painted your walls and ceiling and noticed cracks appearing in the corners and across your walls then there is an … Read more
Depending on the type of wallpaper you have used will determine if the walls are going to be smooth enough to paint. Lining paper and chip paper are all thick sheets designed to make a wall look smoother, these types … Read more
There are many methods for removing paint from wooden accessories around the home. Some are more labour intensive than others such as sanding and scraping. When it comes to removing paint from wood you need to first identify which type … Read more
Using frog tape or masking tape to get straight lines when cutting in will always fail. Masking tape is only good for glass because the surface is super flat and your paint will not puddle under your choice of tape. … Read more