Concrete staining is a subject that not many people know about, yet it is one of the most-popular finishes for flooring in a variety of commercial, industrial and even domestic settings. For example, you might have recently stayed at an upmarket hotel somewhere and thought that the “marble” flooring they used looked pretty smart. But […]
Essential Tips for the Novice Painter/Decorator
Every couple of years a room in our home will need decorating. Wise people realise they are making a rod for their own back by decorating the entire house in one go; it will all need decorating at the same time later on. Decorate one room every year or two, and you can keep up. […]
Step-By-Step Guide to Restoring Your Home Following a Flood
The weather over the last few years seems to have become more and more erratic. The recent storms in America are a good example of this as temperatures dropped to record levels. Here in the United Kingdom we have not experienced such extremes, but we have had our fair share of rain. Flooding is constantly […]
A DIY Guide to Painting Exterior Walls
Have your exterior walls seen better days? Do you want to do something about it and make them look as good as new? If so, then check out this guide on external wall coatings! When to coat your walls It is always best to undertake this work in early autumn or any time in spring, […]
Top DIY Tips for Applying Wood Stain
There are numerous wood stains available for the DIYer to use on their home DIY projects, the wood stain can transform the finished look of your project. If possible I prefer to test the stain on the timber in an inconspicuous spot to see if the finish/colour is what I want before applying the stain to all of […]
A Guide to Using Lining Paper to Achieve the Same Finish as a Newly Plastered Wall
Achieving a good paintable finish (read: 10 tips for painting walls and ceilings like a pro) on a bare wall using filler and sandpaper is a lot easier said than done. I decided to remove the wallpaper from various walls in my home, then fill any holes or cracks and sand the walls to obtain […]
How to Prepare Interior Walls for Decorating
Spending a couple of days or more preparing the interior walls of your home can be a little tedious, but it is time well spent and can make a great deal of difference to your wallpaper or paint finish. Once you have covered any furnishings and carpet with your dustsheet, start by removing all the old wallpaper. I […]