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Best hard wearing external paints?
What is the best paint/spray paint and coating to use on exterior walls and window ledges to avoid scratches/ chipping & burn marks?
Can I use the same paint brush with different paint?
Is it okay to use the same paintbrush for different types of paint? Or do I need different brushes for different paints? Thank you!
cost of having a 16m2 bedroom painted
I'd like to have one bedroom fully painted. It has an area of 16m2. How much will it cost for a professional to perform this paint job?
Can I use floor paint for a tile effect on laminate floors?
I have a large floor area which features a slate tile effect and is a dark grey colour. I would like to give it a glossier look and have some glossy floor paint that could work to give it a brighter, shinier look. Would this be recommended on laminate flooring? And if so, is there any special preparation I should make for painting laminate flooring? Many Thanks
Avoiding headaches when painting
I’d like to perform a DIY paint job. However, I do sometimes get headaches when working with paint. Is there anything I can do to avoid this? Is this a sign that I should simply avoid undertaking paint jobs by myself? In this case, should I just hire a professional? If I wear a mask, could it prevent the headaches from occurring or is it better to avoid it anyway? It’d be great to get some guidance on this area as I’d really like to get some paintwork done soon around the house.
Peeling paint on bathroom ceiling
The paint is from the ceiling of my bathroom. This is mostly above the bath and shower area, the rest of the room is ok. I think it is because it is a new-build and contractors have just put cheap paint directly onto the plaster and not primed it. Would I need to peel all the paint off and start from scratch, or can I just scrape it off in the affected area, prime that area and then paint over the entire ceiling with new paint?
Mist coat painting
I have sanded a ceiling before painting and in some areas the plaster below in showing because of old paint. Can I must coat the whole ceiling before I paint or just the areas that are exposed Thanks appreciate any replys
What is the importance of the colour wheel
What is the importance of the colour wheel when it comes to planning out how I’d like a room to appear? Should the colours in the room complement each other or contrast or does it really depend on personal preference.
Pros and Cons of latex paint?
What are the pros and cons of oil and latex paint? What is the case for choosing one over the other, such as their cost, longevity, and how easy they are to source?
Is it difficult to build a wall cubby DIY?
Is it difficult to build a wall cubby DIY? And for visual purposes, how much of a wall space should it cover? Any safety tips and practicality tips to take into account for building a wall cubby? Thank you.
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