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  Knowing how to use a roller is paramount if you want to paint the walls in your home DIY style. To achieve a good finish, you need to have the right equipment as well as the right technique. We understand that this is easier said than done, so we thought it would be worthwhile sharing our top tips on how to paint a wall with a roller.  How to paint a wall with a roller- preparation Before you get started learning how to paint a wall with a roller, it is important you gather the right supplies. This means...

When thinking of redecorating and painting, one of the things that can put many of us off is that nasty chemical smell that comes with a fresh lick of paint. There are a variety of reasons why paint can smell, the number one being the chemicals it contains such as VOCs (volatile organic compounds). Let’s take a look at some of the ways people have suggested to get rid of paint smell and eliminate those unpleasant odours. How to get rid of paint smell in the home Ventilation One of the number one methods on how to get rid of...

Have you ever wondered how artists and designers manage to achieve the perfect colour combinations? Although an eye for detail and a creative flair is a major element of effective design, colour theory plays a significant role too. Colour psychology helps in determining which colour’s work well together and which do not. Let's have a look at the colour theory and how it can be applied in the home to your wall colour combinations. What is colour theory? The colour theory was created using a mixture of art and science and involves a collection of ‘guidelines’ that are used to...

Are your Children constantly making a mess or do you live in a household with pets? If so, washable paint for walls might be the answer you didn't know you were looking for. Washable paint is specially formulated to help you keep a clean home. This is because it resists stains whilst being suitable for scrubbing meaning if a stain does stick, you are able to scrub the walls clean to remove it. If you don’t have washable paint on your walls, the cleaning process can be more tricky and can even cause more harm than good. What is washable...

 A question we frequently get asked is ‘what is low VOC paint?’. In this article we will explain exactly what low VOC paint is, what its benefits are and hopefully deepen your understanding of why we recommend switching to a low VOC paint next time you plan to redecorate.  So, What Is Low VOC Paint?  Low VOC paint is just like any other wall paint, the key difference is that it contains low levels of VOC. If you are wondering what is meant by VOC, it stands for ‘volatile organic compounds’. These compounds are toxic and can be found in...