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Decorate a Room in a Day? It’s Possible…

Okay, so admittedly, ‘decorating’ probably isn’t the word we should have used. What we’re actually talking about is the prospect of painting an entire room in just a day. Something a lot of naysayers out there would say is fundamentally impossible. In reality, it’s surprising how much can be accomplished in a single day. Just […]

The Five Golden Rules when Using Primer

The Five Golden Rules when Using Primer

Realistically, there should be six golden rules as far as primer is concerned. The first and most important rule being that you actually use the stuff! But assuming you understand the importance of primer, it’s still useful to take a few tips from the pros. The way you go about priming and preparation in general […]

How to Clean Matte Painted Surfaces

How to Stencil a Wall Like a Pro

Stenciling is one of the best ways of bringing creative detail into the home, without the need for any artistic talents whatsoever. Of course, there’s always the option of creating your own stencils from scratch. But in most instances, you’re perfectly within your rights to purchase those designed and sold by others! The great thing […]

How to Paint Trim…Properly!

How to Paint Trim…Properly!

The longer you live in the same home, the more likely it is you’ll have to occasionally tend to a few decorative duties. One of which being the seemingly simple job of touching up interior trim. It’s not until you actually go ahead and get the job done that you realize how huge of a […]

Planning on Painting Bricks? Read This First

Covering Up Faux Brick

Contrary to popular belief, faux bricks are by no means a new edition to the American home. They may have been popularized once again by industrial design and general hipster movements, but faux brick has been around in one form or another for generations. In some instances, faux brick has the potential to look better […]

Update Your Kitchen on the Cheap…With Paint

Update Your Kitchen on the Cheap…With Paint

Contrary to popular belief, updating your kitchen doesn’t have to be an expensive project. It can be as expensive as you want it to be, but it doesn’t have to be. As with most things, it’s simply a case of being savvy with your plan of attack. All around the home, paint represents the single […]

How to Strip Wallpaper…Properly

How to Strip Wallpaper…Properly

Mention the idea of stripping wallpaper to the average DIYer and you’ll probably be greeted with the same response. That being, a snarl and a grimace. As far as everyday domestic duties are concerned, few are more uninspiring and foreboding than stripping wallpaper. In theory, getting rid of wall wallpaper should be an easy job. […]

How to Spruce-Up a Wooden Picnic Table

How to Spruce-Up a Wooden Picnic Table

A wooden picnic table makes a great addition to any garden. Not to mention, an incredibly cost-effective alternative to more expensive garden furniture. Brilliant for making the most of the warmer months of the year, a good picnic table can go on serving you and your family proudly for decades on end. Unfortunately, far too […]

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