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Preparing and painting exterior walls the right way!
Nothing spruces up and adds perceived value to your property quicker than a new coat of paint, but do it wrong and your house will look woeful instead of wonderful. Many say that this is work best left to the professionals, and it’s certainly true that a seasoned pro will do a more efficient job of […]
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How to avoid potential DIY disasters!
We’ve been called in to rectify many DIY disasters in our time as professional painters and decorators, so this week we thought it would be a good idea to share with you some of our do’s and don’ts that will keep you safe in your home while you decorate. Some of these might seem obvious, […]
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A brief history of wallpaper
It would be fair to say that most of us take wallpaper completely for granted, but here at Rushton & Company, we like to take a bit of a geeky interest in the origins of our work – so this week we’re going to share a brief history of wallpaper with you… Wallpaper – the […]
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How to choose the right paint brush
Quality As professionals, we always recommend buying the best quality you can afford, but with the advances in manufacturing, it’s now possible to buy a high-quality mid-range brush that will do a great job for the DIYer. As a general rule, go for a less absorbent synthetic brush for water-based paints and a natural bristle […]
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Plasterwork restoration
Over the last thirty years or so it’s become more common for cornice, coving and ceiling rose work to be moulded from polystyrene, which is cheap and easy to fit. But period houses will probably still have traditional plasterwork, which is generally very hardwearing – after all, some of it will have been in place […]
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Decorating finishes – the final flourishes that bring professional results
Most people feel that they have the skills to tackle a bit of home decorating. After all, how difficult can it be the throw up some wallpaper or splash a bit of paint over the walls and woodwork? There’s a difference, however, between doing a job and doing a great job! This week we’re going […]
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