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  • Painting mistake

    I've painted a wall with dulux one coat, it came out ok but then I changed the light switches and needed to repaint around the switches but unfourtantly it's now left a huge paint patch where I've painted and can be see in various light, do I need to 're paint the whole wall to make it look good again?

    Asked by Joanne on 5th May 2021
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    Best paint for different jobs

    How can I best tell what type of paint I should use for any given job? What types of paint are most suitable in what cases?

    Asked by Adam on 29th Jan 2021
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    Tips for painting over dark colours

    Any tips for painting over dark walls with a light colour? The last time I tried this it took loads of paint coats.

    Asked by Greg on 8th Mar 2023
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    Flaking ceiling paint

    I have a loose piece of paint on my ceiling. What's best way to repair please?

    Asked by Ian on 2nd Dec 2024
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    How easy will it be to remove wallpaper for an entire room?

    I have a room that we plan to remove all the wallpaper from, as part of the room’s redecoration. We are planning to remove it by peeling away from the corners, using a damp cloth where required to loosen up any stubborn areas. As precautions, we will cover up the floors nearby and the switches/electrical sockets in case of any accidents in the process. Is this the simplest method for us to try or is there any quicker, more efficient methods we could try instead? Any ideas would be welcome!

    Asked by Carherine on 4th Jul 2019
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    Pros and cons of Johnstone's paint products?

    What are the pros and cons of Johnstone's Paint products? Would you recommend them and would it depend on the scenario?

    Asked by Pete on 23rd Jun 2022
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    Cost to paint an internal door

    How much would you charge per door to do some prep work and paint two coats of paint (both sides) and including door frame? with and without materials?

    Asked by Alison on 12th Dec 2023
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    Painting Doors - just one side?

    Why would a painter only paints one side of a door if he has actually quoted "painting doors" not specifying one side only? Is it a usual practice?

    Asked by La on 3rd Apr 2024
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    Paint started to bubble when paint put on to walls in bedroom

    Painted walls in bedroom but when the paint was drying it started to bubble. How do I fix this, I need to repaint the whole room again. Thanks

    Asked by Nikki on 17th Apr 2020
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    Dulux diamond paint for kitchen?

    Hi, I have Dulux Diamond Matt paint (originally for the lounge) but I was wondering if this is ok to paint in the kitchen as well? Or should I buy paint specific for kitchens?

    Asked by Vee on 26th Nov 2020
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