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I've heard that gloss paint goes yellow in the sun. Should I use a different paint for the woodwork in my orangery?
Making old paint usable again
Can I rescue wall paint that is a bit old? There are some dry flaky bits in it and it's been open a while. Can I make it as good as fresh paint?
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What are some of the best examples of Scion brand wallpaper for a living room? Do you have a specific recommendation in mind?
Best scraper for shed paint
If I want to remove paint from a shed that is peeling, what’s the best type of scraper to use? The shed is wooden. Does it depend on the type of paint? Any suggestions as to what products/tools I should consider and where could I purchase these?
Wallpapering newly plastered walls
Should I PVA my newly plastered walls before papering to stop the moisture being sucked out of the paste?
Best woodchip removal method
Is a chemical stripper or steamer better for removing woodchip wallpaper?
Painting twenty fence boards in London
I have twenty fence boards in my garden that need to be painted. I am located in London. How much will it cost me to hire a professional painter to perform this job? Also, I have a pet dog who loves to spend time in the garden? We can keep her inside when the paint job is taking place but once painting is finished, how long after should we wait before letting her back outside? She’s very curious so I’d just be worried that she might start sniffing it or taste it just after a fresh coat of paint has been added!
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What are your thoughts on Colefax & Fowler wallpaper? Are they among the best brands in terms of value for money?
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