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How to paint a staircase – the easiest way to decorate your stairs with a new coat of paint
The expert-approved step-by-step guide to the easiest and most efficient way to updating your stairs with paint
By Michela Colling
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Farrow & Ball's releasing 12 new paint shades – these are the ones I predict we’ll soon be seeing everywhere
Meet the 9 brand new paint shades and 3 archival colours Farrow & Ball is launching this week
By Sara Hesikova
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3 simple ways to transform your home with colour ready for spring
A little paint and lots of creativity can go a long way
By Rebecca Knight
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How to paint IKEA furniture like a pro – the tools you need and mistakes to avoid when transforming your flatpack furniture
A step-by-step guide to elevating your IKEA pieces with the help of paint as recommended by experts
By Holly Walsh
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The Traitors Castle has embraced this year’s hottest kitchen colour trend - we think its cherry red kitchen is good enough to kill for
Amongst the murder and mystery, I can't drag my eyes away from the rich red hues
By Kezia Reynolds
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Paint trends 2025 – the 9 shades, colour schemes and paint techniques you’ll be obsessed with this year
These are the expert-recommended paint colours, schemes and techniques to embrace in your home in the new year
By Sara Hesikova
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Breathe easy – how this bang-on-trend paint can improve the health of your home
Earthborn’s Colour of the Year is so much more than just a paint shade…
By Sponsored
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How to dispose of paint - 3 easy steps to get rid of leftover paint safely
Clear out your old paint tins with these expert tips
By Katie Sims
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Can you paint over caulk? It’s tricky but not impossible if you follow these 4 expert-approved steps
Painting caulk may seem like an easy task, but it requires some special attention
By Lauren Bradbury
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Why November is the best time of year to paint your home - experts say it’s all to do with the temperature
Don't hesitate to give your home a refresh this month
By Kezia Reynolds
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The colour palette for 2025 – these are the shades paint experts say we’ll see everywhere next year
These are the colours and combinations set to define our homes in the new year
By Sara Hesikova
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'It’s everything I love about home' - Stacey Dooley has finally let us in on the secret to her stunning home with her new paint collection
We finally discovered the green hue she used in her dining room
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to clean a paint roller - remove water and oil-based paints with this expert guide
Cleaning a paint roller can be tricky... but it doesn't have to be
By Lauren Bradbury
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Why is my paint bubbling while painting? Explains explain this bizarre phenomenon and how to fix it
It’s a common paint problem, but it could be a sign of something more sinister
By Lauren Bradbury
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19 paint ideas for hallways – elevate your space with clever tricks and lustworthy shades
How to transform your entryway with clever paint techniques and pretty shades
By Amy Hodge
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How to get paint off concrete – a step-by-step guide to clean up patios, walls and floors
The experts reveal their top tips as well as everything you'll need to complete the task
By Ellis Cochrane
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Black paint is trending – I'm a professional stylist and these are my favourite tricks for updating a home with this shade
Fancy going over to the dark side?
By Laurie Davidson
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14 of the most common paint problems – and everything you need to fix peeling, foaming, or blistering paint
Tackle any paint problem with confidence
By Tamara Kelly
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Which Farrow & Ball bathroom colours should you choose? These 10 shades are expert-approved
Just what are the best Farrow & Ball bathroom colours for your bathing space? We asked the designers for their advice
By Natasha Brinsmead
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Enjoy always-perfect paint with Crown Paints
By Ideal Home
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Small bedroom paint ideas – 14 ways to turn your tiny sleeping space into an elegant yet cosy retreat
How to make to make your small bedroom look bigger, cosier and stylish with the help of paint and colour
By Laurie Davidson
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Can you paint pebbledash? Yes, but only if you follow these expert-approved tips
Painting pebbledash is tricky, but you can still paint it if you know how
By Lauren Bradbury
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Alcove paint ideas – 9 interesting ways to use colour and pattern to elevate an underutilised space
These are the experts' favourite suggestions, from understated designs to bold and colourful schemes
By Ellis Cochrane
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Bright and inspiring bathroom paint ideas to inspire any wash space
A change of colour can do wonders and won’t cost a fortune, as these inspiring ideas prove
By Lisa Fazzani
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Colour drenching is the biggest trend in bathrooms - here are 6 ways to make it work in your home
Be brave with colour and texture by drenching your bathroom in your favourite shade
By Amelia Smith
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How to paint kitchen cabinets – repaint your cupboards and units to give them a new look on a budget
Ever wondered how to paint kitchen cabinets? Give your kitchen cupboard doors a new lease of life with a fresh lick of paint
By Linda Clayton
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How to paint a stairwell - expert tips on how to decorate this tricky space safely
Give the smallest yet probably tallest area of your home a smooth finish with these professional tips
By Rachel Homer