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  • Wall with plaster-wallpaper several layers of paont

    Hi, I’ve got walls in my house where the wallpaper has been put on the plaster without base coat. On top of the wallpaper there are several layers of different paints. Can I sand this down until the plaster, wash it with sugar soap and than apply a new layer of paint? Would that work?

    Asked by Anna on 1st Sep 2025
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    Fading gloss paint

    There’s been a loss of gloss from painted surfaces in my home. How can this be fixed? Will it need a new gloss treatment that is better than the latter? What other products might I need to use? 

    Asked by June on 18th Feb 2021
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    Yellowing on radiators

    What to do about yellowing marks on radiators? What is the best way to remove it?

    Asked by lauren on 10th Mar 2021
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    How to hang lining paper

    Do you need to leave a gap between strips of lining paper when you hang it?

    Asked by minesh on 15th Nov 2022
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    What wallpaper can I use in a bathroom?

    What sort of wallpaper is suitable for a bathroom?

    Asked by Claire Kate on 18th Jun 2023
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    What can I do with blistered paint?

    What can be done about blisters on paint in a living room? Does it depend on the type of paint, wall surface material, or/and extent of the blisters? Would it cost much to have a professional fix this?

    Asked by Christian on 26th Jan 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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    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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    Best Little Greene products for painting a room?

    What is the best Little Greene paint products/selection for painting a living room?

    Asked by Harry on 30th Jun 2022
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    Hamptons decorating style

    What is Hamptons decorating style?

    Asked by Pete on 11th Aug 2022
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