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Colours and moods – using colour to change the feel of your room

By Louise Nelhams | 31st October 2016

  When it comes to decorating your home there are always decisions to make, but did you know that your choice of colour can have a big influence on how you feel when using a space? This month on our blog we’re going to show you how to understand the psychology of and link between […]

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Quick guide on how to wash paintbrushes

By Louise Nelhams | 28th September 2016

  If you’re a regular reader of our blog, you’ll notice that we’re always talking about the importance of preparation when starting a decorating project. Apart from the obvious skill difference, this is one of the steps that separates the amateur from the professional – the other one is how you take care of your […]

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Example of someone wallpapering around a window

How to wallpaper around windows

By Louise Nelhams | 30th August 2016

With time, patience and proper preparation, it’s perfectly possible for most handy DIYers to do a decent job of wallpapering. However, there are areas where even the most diligent amateurs struggle to produce a professional finish. Last time on our blog we talked about wallpapering around tricky obstacles like light fittings and plug sockets, but […]

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Tips for wallpapering around obstacles

By Louise Nelhams | 2nd August 2016

Wallpapering is definitely one of those home improvement jobs that the majority of people can handle, but you do need to be properly prepared and willing to take your time. This is especially true when it comes to the tricky task of wallpapering around obstacles, such as light fittings and plug sockets. This week we’re […]

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updating tiles with fresh grout

Update tiles in your bathroom and kitchen for a new lease of life!

By Louise Nelhams | 27th June 2016

Giving your kitchen or bathroom a new lease of life is a great way to upgrade your property, but a complete refit can be expensive so that may be out of the question. The simple and much more cost-effective solution is to update tiles already in place for a fast and funky refresh, and this […]

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Decorating tips to make any space feel bigger

By Louise Nelhams | 29th April 2016

In your ideal home space is probably not a problem, but not all of us are living in the house of our dreams just yet! That’s why it’s useful to know how to create the illusion of space, turning that tiny little box room or study into an environment you feel happy spending time in. […]

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