Do it yourself!
Having over 25 years experience in the painting and decorating industry, there is no aspect that really daunts me anymore. I have picked up many tricks of the trade over that time, and as time goes on I hope to pass on some of those tricks to you.
Feel free to come back, pass on or link to any of my clips and if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in contact.
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How to paint kitchen units using Farrow And Ball.
This kitchen was a process but the end results were fantastic.
How to wallpaper a staircase wall.
This is some basic guidelines on where to start papering and pattern matching.
How To Strip Woodchip.
A quick guide on the easiest way to strip woodchip and the best tools to use.
Painting A Fence In A Colour.
An alternative cheaper way to paint your fence in a colour of choice using Sandtex Smooth Masonry Paint.
Painting MDF Built In Wardrobes With Farrow And Ball.
This is a brief description when painting MDF of what to use and how many coats it needs.
How To Paint Skirting Without Masking Carpet.
A nice simple tool to use for undercoating and glossing skirting board without messing the carpet up.
How To Repair Masonry Render For Repainting.
A short video on what I used to repair and repaint this house which was in poor condition.
What Paint To Use Over Nicotine
Zinsser Cover Stain is the best primer to kill off nicotine. It dries in 30 mins and onced primed you can put your emulsion on top as usual.
How To Paint A PVC Door With Farrow And Ball.
A video to show the process of uplifting your old PVC door with paint. Simple.
Mirka Dustless Sanding System.
Mirka Dustless Sanding System in use.
How To Prepare Stress Cracks Before Painting.
Use TESA crack tape for stress cracks that keep reappearing.
How To Fill A Void In A Cavity Wall.
I used these plaster patches by Gyproc to fill this cavity hole in the wall. Just the job. They all come in different sizes and are self adhesive.
Where To Start When Wallpapering.
This is a short video on where to start marking your levels for starting a pattern paper around the whole room. usually you start with the focal point or a window with reveals. Every room is different so work out the drops first and work out different ways before hanging so your not left with any awkward cuts.
How To Wallpaper Around Electric Sockets.
This is a short video on where to start marking your levels for starting a pattern paper around the whole room. usually you start with the focal point or a window with reveals. Every room is different so work out the drops first and work out different ways before hanging so your not left with any awkward cuts.
How To Prepare Rotting Windows For Painting.
This Touprett Wood Repair is the best thing I’ve used in a long time. Its an interior or exterior filler and you can fill as deep as you want. Its quick drying and can be painted over in 3 hours after applying. Great if you have old rotten windows that need attention without having to get a carpenter in.
