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  • Painted living room window

    My husband and I have a very out there idea for our living room window. We want to have one way glass window installed which is then painted over on the front to look like the inside of a living room. Is this possible or will the paint totally block sunlight getting in? We don't mind if we can't see much outside, we just want sunlight to come in. Is this at all possible or safe? Would it ever get planning approval?

    Asked by Bill on 11th Sep 2022
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    Do I have to use undercoat after primer for white gloss wood paint ?

    Hi guys I could use abit of advice, I’m painting my bathroom door using johnstones non-drip gloss white paint, it was previously paint gloss white but it started to flake away real bad so wanting to paint it again. I’ve sanded it down and applied one coat of Johnstone’s any surface paint primer last night, I was just wondering if I need to use undercoat on it too or can I just use gloss paint now ? How many coats of primer should I do first ?

    Asked by Mohammed on 24th Apr 2024
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    Vacuum fluroescent display

    What is a vacuum fluroescent display and why would people add it to their home?

    Asked by Karen on 26th Sep 2022
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    Installing Silk Wallpaper

    How much does it cost to install silk wallpaper? (cost on Sq metre)

    Asked by Joseph on 28th Feb 2020
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    advice on painting the outside of a semi-detached house alone

    If I want to paint the outside of my house, is a ladder enough safety? Should I get a harness and if so, how much might this cost me and where can I buy one? When would scaffolding be necessary? I live in an ordinary sized semi-detached home.

    Asked by Patrick on 22nd Aug 2020
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    Eclectic minimal vs regular minimalism

    What's the difference between eclectic minimalism and general minimalism?

    Asked by Abdul on 30th Aug 2022
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    painting and decorating a room

    I have a room which I need to repaint, can I apply a primer without sanding the walls and ceiling

    Asked by Elie on 24th Apr 2024
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    Eclectic gallery wall

    What would be a good style of gallery wall to include for an eclectic interior design? Any ideas for what the gallery wall should display to fit in well with eclectic decor?

    Asked by Julie on 30th Aug 2022
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    Dulux vs Farrow & Ball

    How do Dulux compare with Farrow and Ball? Which is best or would it depend on the type of paint job in question?

    Asked by Robert on 23rd Jun 2022
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    DIY MDF skirting

    I have just bought some mdf skirting primed, do I need to under coat and how many coats of top coat please?

    Asked by Colin on 12th Feb 2021
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