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  • Which interior paint should I use?

    Is it worth spending a bit more for premium brand emulsion? Is there much difference in the end result from standard or budget brands?

    Asked by Harry on 4th Sep 2022
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    Mixing up faux finish methods

    Is it okay to mix a variety of faux finish methods? 

    Asked by Mo on 17th Dec 2020
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    Best ceiling primer

    What is ceiling primer and what’s the best primer for a ceiling?

    Asked by Harry on 17th Dec 2020
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    cold internal walls in Dorma conversion.

    how to make internal walls warmer? There is not the option of putting more internal insulation between the stud walls.

    Asked by Joyce on 24th Oct 2023
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    The right glaze amount for a room

    On average, how much glaze does a room usually need? Say a 16m2 room for instance?

    Asked by Elly on 17th Dec 2020
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    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?

    Asked by Mo on 28th Jun 2021
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    Baby room ideas

    My partner and I are expecting in a few months and we’re wondering what type of nursery shelving we should go with. Do you have any good recommendations of brands/products that we should consider? How about even the best colour shelves to go with a nursery room? Thank you!

    Asked by angie on 4th Feb 2021
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    Paint Bubbles in emulsion

    Hi, will bubbles form in silk emulsion if it is left in the roller tray for days on end?

    Asked by Ben on 2nd May 2024
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    Painting Wall Panelling

    I'm putting up MDF square panel moulding in my living room and plan to paint the wall and panel moulding the same colour. Is it recommended to paint the panel moulding with a different finish to the walls? I.e. walls matte and MDF moulding eggshell/satin If so, would you paint the moulding before installation or once it's put on the wall? Wondering how precise you'd need to be with cutting in between the same colour in different sheens...

    Asked by Adam on 14th Oct 2024
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    What colours contrast well with each other?

    What are examples of two colour tones that complement each other or contrast well in a room?

    Asked by Sharon on 25th May 2022
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