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Maximum time you can leave undercoat before glossing?
I primed and undercoated some exterior woodwork several months ago. I couldn’t get to gloss it then. Will the undercoat still be ok to apply gloss to or will it have deteriorated?
The right glaze amount for a room
On average, how much glaze does a room usually need? Say a 16m2 room for instance?
Hiring a licensed and insured painter
How can I double check that a painter or painting company is both licensed and insured? Do they tend to also come with references?
How effective is colour matching paint effective?
How similar do paint products tend to be when colour matching? Are the differences actually noticeable in reality between a budget-friendly option and the more costly alternative they resemble?
How to remove silk paint from walls
We’re redecorating and the walls are covered in old silk paint, and I’ve heard it can be a nightmare to paint over. What do we do to get this off the walls without causing damage?
Paint Bubbles in emulsion
Hi, will bubbles form in silk emulsion if it is left in the roller tray for days on end?
How much does a wall mural cost?
Want a mural in my son's bedroom, just the one wall. What do artists charge for this?
Can you paint over wood stain?
We've got some dark stained wooden doors that we want to paint white. Do we need to strip the stain first? or primer and paint go straight over it?
Best paints for metal surfaces
What is the best type of paint to use on metal surfaces?
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