When painting a wall, you want to get the job done as quickly and easily as possible. But when your tools just won’t cooperate, it can be incredibly frustrating. One thing that a lot of people find is that their roller doesn’t roll as much as it does slide. The clue is in the name, … Read more
If you have recently hired a painter to spruce up your home then you may have observed some of his or her techniques and the way that they work. Something that a lot of homeowners notice is that the painter may leave a roller in a can of paint. This might be done halfway through … Read more
When working as a painter, you are going to be entering client’s properties and with this comes a risk. If there is any damage during the job, you need to make sure that your back is covered and that you won’t have to foot the bill. Of course, most painters are extremely careful and take … Read more
If you are painting a single room in your own home then you probably haven’t worn a mask. Many DIYers rarely see the need and most wouldn’t even think that a mask was important when painting. However, paint can give off some serious fumes and over exposure to these can cause health problems. We would … Read more
If you have ever looked into decorating, you’ll have noticed just how many brands of paint are out there. It can make choosing between them all quite difficult but if you’re going to get a professional finish then you’ll likely want to use the same as the pros. Farrow and Ball is, by its own … Read more
If you’re working as a painter and decorator then naturally, you will want to make the best income possible. But you must also consider that you cannot overcharge for your work otherwise you will simply lose out to your competition. Also think about the fact that offering extremely low prices to try and beat your … Read more
When the mercury drops and there’s a chill in the air, it can be a little more difficult to paint successfully, especially outdoors. This is because paint takes longer to cure in cold air which is largely because of drops of moisture that form on the surface making it more difficult for any moisture in … Read more
If you’ve been thinking about renovating your home then it goes without saying that you’ll want the finish to be professional looking and perfect. But this cannot be achieved without taking all of the necessary steps; one of the most important is getting the wall ready for the wallpaper. But for many first timers, they … Read more
You’ve spent the time, effort and money creating a fresh new look for your room and everything is looking great. That is until you notice that your wallpaper is starting to lift. There is nothing more frustrating but many people aren’t sure what they have done wrong. So, if you’ve found yourself asking why is … Read more
Textured wallpaper is durable and gives a unique look to a room but when you’ve had enough of the design, you’ve got the hassle of taking it all off. Perhaps you have just moved into a home where the previous owners had a penchant for textured walls and it just isn’t your thing. This decor … Read more