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Thanks to Lucy from www.lucyswebdesigns.co.uk for this groovy video of us brightening up her room and also removing the terrible patterned ceiling paper which was a ghastly inherited feature from the [previous occupants Painters and Decorators Enfield
It’s nuts how simply applying a few coats of paint can update the look of a room so quickly! With many colours to choose from DIY improvements become relatively easy, painting can quickly and cheaply give your space an instant pick me up. Before you dip your brush to paint, make sure you have done all the prep work! If you don’t remove the dirt and other debris from your walls, all your hard work painting will not pay off. It’s tempting to buy the cheapest paint - but if you’re buying paint solely based on price, you may end up spending more in the long run. Cheaper paint may require more coats of paint and a lot more work! Try do get a paint which includes it’s own primer. It may sound like a common sense tip but with a lot of your things moved around and a
Kitchen and bathroom renovations often offer the highest rate of return in the home, but you don’t need a total overhaul to make these rooms look more attractive. Old plumbing fixtures can make a room feel dated. By merely replacing faucets and knobs you can make the kitchen feel more modern for the cost of a few hundred dollars. Of course, you can replace more than just the plumbing fixtures. Door knobs, light switch plates, wall outlet covers and light fixtures can also be updated to give your home a fresh look. If your home is on the smaller side, you’ll want to improve your storage options to make the place feel more spacious. To start with, if you haven’t moved out yet, don’t let your own clutter make the place feel cramped. House hunters will want to see what their storage options are before they
When it comes to home improvement, painting is one of easiest and inexpensive ways to dramatically change the look of a room. Yet, there are many factors that can influence how your project will turn out. When reviewing a contract for painting, it should include the following things; - How much the job is going to be - How many coats of paint it will include - What type of prep work will be done - What type of products will be used The reason why you may have someone that's great at painting and they can make a wall look great, but if the under laying surface hasn't been prepped you may see imperfections, there may be problems with the adhesion's. Certain things not addressed prior to painting make a really good paint job not last and it could also make a paint job look really shoddy. A lot of times people
To get the job done right, you need good quality tools. It doesn't make sense that people are willing to spend £50 on 5L of premium paint but decide to go cheap on the applicators. Later, when they see a hair on the wall or lumps of roller lint under the paint, they'll realize the mistake. Investing in good brushes or rollers up front is worth the extra pennies. It may seem obvious, but you always want to do repair work first so that your walls are smooth, clean, dry and free of loose debris before you begin painting. DIYers often continue applying a dip of paint until the brush or roller becomes dry. When you overextend each dip, the paint can dry in the brush bristles, and the fabric on rollers can mat down. Be sure to always maintain a smooth line of paint. Once the
DIY tips to paint like a pro! Painting a room, or multiple rooms, in your home can be a daunting task. Most people opt to hire a professional to do the job. However, hiring a professional is not always necessary. If you are considering painting the interior of your home on your own, this article is for you. Below we will discuss some DIY tips to paint like a pro. Prepare the walls for painting Before beginning your paint job, be sure to prepare your walls for the paint beforehand. You can do this by cleaning the walls thoroughly and allowing them time to dry. Also, inspect the walls for any holes or other repairs and make the repairs before painting as well. Paint typically sticks better to a clean surface, so be sure to clean the walls as best as you can. [caption id="attachment_87" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Picture Source:
To keep your home’s exterior looking its best—and prolong its life—experts recommend painting every five years or so. Preparing the Exterior Surface for Painting Here’s the step-by-step process for proper surface preparation which gives you the best results and a longer lasting paint job. 1. Power Wash The Surface A power washer is the best way to eliminate dirt and peeling/flaking paint from most types of siding. (Do not power wash stucco since it can destroy the surface in seconds.) Keep the spray wand at least 12 in. from the siding to prevent surface gouging. Don’t spray up under the siding flaps. Don’t use it to clean windows: it will break the glass. Always wear eye protection; never spray on a windy day. For the cleanest surface, use a good cleaning agent with the power washer, such as TSP or an all-purpose cleaner. Once the cleaning agent has been
Giving your home a fresh coat of paint is one of the fastest and most cost-effective ways to revamp your space and get a whole new look. That is unless you're doing it all wrong. But, a quality paint job is easy to achieve -- when you prepare the surface correctly and use the right tools and products. We've rounded up the most common painting mistakes that you may be making as well as simple fixes to get your projects done right. 1. Pulling painter's tape up after the paint dries. It's best to rip it off right after you apply, otherwise the dried latex may come up with the adhesive. 2. You scrub your bushes at the end of each day. If you haven't completed your project, you can wrap them in plastic wrap and secure them with a rubber band. The bristles will stay moist and ready to go. 3. You
Painting is a home improvement project that seems made for Autumn. A fresh coat of paint or a new colour scheme around the house can give a home an entirely new look and feel. But paint can be pungent and the aromas may last if it’s applied at a time of year when it can’t dry while the windows are wide open. Paint fumes inside a home can make the home uninhabitable, but painting at a time of year like the Autumn, when you can keep the windows open during and after the project, can help air the home out. But interior painting isn't the only painting project homeowners can tackle in the fall. Many exterior paints are temperature-sensitive and need the temperature outside to be above 5C. Paint that freezes won't dry properly, and homeowners might be left with a costly and unsightly mistake on their
