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  • What colour sofa would go well with a black wall?

    What colour sofa would go well with a black wall?

    Asked by Julie on 25th May 2022
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    Pros and cons of primer paint

    What are the pros and cons of oil-based primer paint?

    Asked by Elly on 30th Nov 2022
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    Does all interior wall paint smell?

    Do all interior paints smell after decorating? If not, what wall paints are odour free? I want to paint a nursery but strong smells are making me feel sick at the moment.

    Asked by Everson on 13th Dec 2022
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    Dulux Trade Diamond vs Easycare kitchen

    We're getting a new kitchen & have chosen the colour. But, whats the difference between Dulux Trade Diamond Matt & Dulux Easycare Kitchen? We'd prefer to have a matt finish as the new cupboards and tiles are already slightly shiny. I've read the trade diamond can be used in the kitchen & is scrubbable, but does anyone have any experience with it in a kitchen? Also, we're having a wide glass splashback, so oil stains aren't a worry.

    Asked by Angela on 20th Jun 2024
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    Do I need to prep walls before painting?

    I'm repainting a room where the walls are pretty smooth as they were replastered a few years ago. So, is there any prep I need to do or can I just slap the new coat of paint on?

    Asked by Julie on 18th Dec 2022
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    Best gloss paint primer for wood

    What's the best wood primer to use under gloss?

    Asked by Claire Kate on 6th Dec 2022
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    Best paint brush for low bristle loss

    Every time I buy paint brushes they seem to loose a lot of bristles. Do you have any recommendations for a good emulsion brush that doesn't leave bristles in the paintwork?

    Asked by Charles on 16th Nov 2022
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    Paint products to avoid in bathrooms

    Are there certain paint products that are meant for use in a bathroom?

    Asked by Adam on 10th Nov 2021
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    Lifespan of paint tins

    How long does unopened paint stay good for?

    Asked by angie on 8th Oct 2022
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    Colour-matching paint

    Colour-matching paint seems to work out cheaper than buying branded paints. Is there any downside to doing this?

    Asked by June on 12th Nov 2022
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