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How to prevent penetrating wall stains
How can I stop wall stains from bleeding through a painted surface? What can I do about this?
Wood undercoat before satin wood
I have arranged for someone to paint my h/s/l and the ceiling as I have health issues I can’t do it myself. I said do the woodwork myself I can manage that. I have 2 bannisters on my stair one has been up for years and well painted over the other is new and been painted once by my partner, he didn’t use primer and the painter who is coming said I’d be better using it before doing the satin wood. Do I need to undercoat every where doors skirtings etc or just the bannister? And do I sand it down first? Thanks
anti-corrosive paint
What is the best anti-corrosive paint on the market in your view? Where can I purchase this paint from? Can it be bought online for home delivery?
What can I do about bubbling and peeling wallpaper?
Hi, I’ve noticed bubbles and peeling sags on my living room wall. What can I do about this? Should I hire a painter to fix this? Thank you.
Clay paint vs alternatives
What is clay paint and how does it differ from other options?
Varnishing outside do
Do l need to put undercoat on wood outside before Varnishing
Primer vs gloss paint durability
Do primer and gloss paint vary in durability?
Painting vertical stripes on walls
I've seen lots of social media posts of people painting vertical stripes on bedroom walls. I'd like to try it but I'm worried about getting the lines straight enough. Any tips?
Durability of water- and solvent-based paint
How do water-based and solvent-based paints compare when it comes to durability?
Painting a ceiling in a dark colour
Will painting my ceiling in a dark colour make the room look smaller? I'd like to do something a bit different but I'm worried about the outcome.
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