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There are a few things you can do to get a superior finish when painting with gloss on a surface such as an architrave. First, I suggest sanding th ...

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The preparation needed really depends on the condition of your existing paint. If you don't have a stable surface to paint over, then you'll end up w ...

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The process for colour matching is actually not that difficult. In order to get an accurate or similar shade of colour, it will require a paint sampl ...

Before painting over a varnished surface, it's essential to dull the sheen level of the gloss with 120-grit sandpaper and then apply a specialty prim ...

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I’ve used magic erasers before and have found them to be very effective. Next, try sugar soap. Depending on how well the walls come up after us ...

If you have a water stain on your ceiling, the first thing to do is ascertain whether there is an active leak in the structure of your roof. If you ...

You have choices on how to proceed. It all depends on what you wish to do with your furniture. Do you wish to keep its character and not change anyth ...

Use Polyfilla 100g Plaster Cracks Filler. You then must sand the excess filler back and undercoat before painting. You should find this step-by-ste ...

Painting aluminium window frames is a cheaper alternative to removing the entire set. The key to a successful paint job is preparation. Give the win ...

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To paint a front door, start by preparing the surface. If it’s an older painted door and the existing paint is damaged, you'll need to sand it back t ...

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Rust on a roof can be effectively controlled with mechanical removal and the use of specialised primers. Start by ensuring all the rust including a ...

Anti-rust liquid (rust converter) works best on a molecular level after you use a wire brush or sandpaper to clean the rusty area and loose paint of ...

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