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7 best colours to paint a windowless bathroom that will transform the mood of a dark wash spaceA bathroom without a view needn’t sink your plans for a warm and welcoming retreat
By Linda Clayton
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Crown Paint has launched new wall colours for the first time in three years, and changed how I think about neutral shadesIs terracotta the ultimate neutral?
By Rebecca Knight
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5 most welcoming colours to paint a front door, according to experts and colour psychologySend out the welcoming vibes before the door is even open
By Ellis Cochrane
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Can I paint over old paint on a front door? Experts reveal when it's OK to skip this stepIf you're repainting your front door this spring, here's what you should be doing with the old paint first
By Katie Sims
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I asked 6 interior designers and stylists what paint finish is their go-to for walls and ceilings – they all agreed these are the bestIf you're making over your walls and ceilings with a new coat of paint, these are the finishes you should go for
By Sara Hesikova
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31 bedroom paint ideas to easily transform your space with unexpected paint techniques and shadesIf you want to give your bedroom an easy makeover, all you need is paint and these clever ideas
By Tamara Kelly
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How to paint wooden furniture like a pro – decorating experts share their 5 simple steps for a flawless finish every timeTop tips to give your wooden furniture a refresh
By Lauren Bradbury
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4 surprising areas in your home that experts say you really shouldn't paint whiteAnd which colours to choose for them instead
By Sara Hesikova
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Which Farrow & Ball paint shades are the most popular in 2025? These are the 7 trending colours to decorate your home with this yearThe bestselling Farrow & Ball shades loved by many
By Sara Hesikova
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What to do with leftover paint – 15 creative ways to utilise small amounts of paint so not a drop goes to wasteNot too sure what to do with all that excess paint sitting in your utility room? These tips will solve that issue once and for all
By Jennifer Morgan
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7 places in your home you’re probably forgetting to paint – but design experts say you really shouldn’tThese are the spots pros recommend highlighting with colour
By Sara Hesikova
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How to paint skirting boards with carpet in 5 easy steps – refresh your home without ripping up your carpetProtect your carpet with this cheap store cupboard essential
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to paint a staircase – the easiest way to decorate your stairs with a new coat of paintThe 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 everywhereMeet 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 springA little paint and lots of creativity can go a long way
By Rebecca Knight
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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 forAmongst 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 yearThese 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 homeEarthborn’s Colour of the Year is so much more than just a paint shade…
By Sponsored
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Can you paint over caulk? It’s tricky but not impossible if you follow these 4 expert-approved stepsPainting caulk may seem like an easy task, but it requires some special attention
By Lauren Bradbury
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The ‘womb room’?! Yes, that’s what Angela Scanlon calls her snug – and her paint choice is one of the hottest trends of 2025It's called a 'womb room' for a reason
By Sara Hesikova
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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 temperatureDon'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 yearThese 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 collectionWe 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 guideCleaning 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 itIt’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 shadesHow 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 floorsThe experts reveal their top tips as well as everything you'll need to complete the task
By Ellis Cochrane


