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How to paint kitchen cabinets – repaint your cupboards and units to give them a new look on a budgetEver 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 safelyGive the smallest yet probably tallest area of your home a smooth finish with these professional tips
By Rachel Homer
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We asked 5 design experts to name the best kitchen cabinet paint colours - including the 'it' shade of the yearThe 'in the know' kitchen colours you need to know about - straight from the source
By Holly Cockburn
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Paint ideas for kitchen cabinets - all our favourite shades and stylesFrom bright and bold to nice and neutral and everything in between check out these paint ideas for kitchen cabinets
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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How to paint stripes on a wall – get the look with our easy step-by-step guideGive walls an easy update with painted stripes
By Amy Hodge
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How to paint an interior door – a step-by-step guideRefresh doors and update your space with our expert explainer
By Amy Hodge
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Experts reveal 3 of the best green paint shades for a 'calm and tranquil bedroom environment’These are the 3 best green paint shades to colour your bedroom walls with for a stylish and soothing finish
By Sara Hesikova
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Can I paint my side of a neighbour's fence? Experts urge people to think twice before picking up a paintbrushUnfortunately, the law isn’t on your side…
By Lauren Bradbury
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What paint finish should your kitchen walls be? Expert decorators give their tips for the perfect finishA comprehensive guide to the best paint finishes for a bright and spacious kitchen aesthetic
By Holly Cockburn
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How much does it cost to paint a house? A breakdown of material and labour costs to help you budgetWe show you exactly how to work out your exterior painting budget
By Emma Rinaldi
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How often should you paint your home’s exterior? Signs your house might be due a repaintThe expert timeline to help you keep on top of your repainting schedule
By Emma Rinaldi
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How to get paint off your patio – the best ways to remove accidental splats or correct a DIY projectWant a spotless patio? These are the expert-approved methods to get rid of paint
By Sara Hesikova
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Should you paint your ceiling a different colour to the walls? Experts explain why everyone should consider itInterior experts delve into why painting your ceiling is a good idea and what effect it will have on the room
By Sara Hesikova
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A clever paint technique transformed this bedroom into the ultimate relaxing havenStacey Solomon and Dulux lent a creative hand to transform this blank space into a calming retreat
By Laurie Davidson
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Is magnolia paint back in style? How to make the once dated shade look brand newDon't fear yellow undertones - magnolia could be the inviting shade your home is missing
By Holly Cockburn
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How to paint bathroom tiles - 5 simple steps to upgrade your bathroom on a budgetWant a quick and easy way to revamp your bathroom? A lick of paint over your tiles could be all you need
By Holly Walsh
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Can you paint paving slabs? Yes, but experts have issued a warning for those looking to try this DIY project at homeYou can do it… but you need to do it right
By Lauren Bradbury
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Should you paint your downstairs toilet a bright colour? Experts reveal what to avoid to create a pretty spaceThe do's and don'ts of adding a burst of colour to your cloakroom, according to experts
By Sara Hesikova
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Can you paint gloss kitchen cabinets? Kitchen designers weigh in on whether this is a DIY faux pasWith the right equipment, it's possible to give your kitchen a fresh look without calling in the professionals
By Holly Cockburn
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Michelle Keegan's home is the ultimate serene haven - and this is the exact paint shade she used to create itA masterful white colour scheme is at the heart of the Fool Me Once actress's stunning home
By Rebecca Knight
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Can you paint a radiator with emulsion? DIY experts weigh inThis is the paint you should be buying for a professional finish to your radiator
By Holly Cockburn
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This kitchen went from bland to grand with nothing more than a tin of paint and some MDFThis homeowner transformed her boring kitchen cabinetry by updating it with colourful paint
By Laurie Davidson
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Best paint for furniture: quick and easy paints for upcyclingGive your tired furniture a new lease of life with the best paints for furniture
By Cynthia Lawrence
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You’re storing your paint in the wrong place – why garages and sheds are off limitsDo you store your paint in the garage or the shed? Experts say that you really shouldn’t
By Sara Hesikova
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This colour trend could be making your winter blues worse – experts reveal the shades you should be using insteadCombat seasonal affective disorder with cheerful paint colours – but avoid these trendy shades
By Sara Hesikova
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This is the only time you should paint kitchen cabinets the same colour as walls - according to designersColour drenching is the newest paint trend, but should it extend to your kitchen?
By Holly Cockburn
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Garden paint ideas - 19 ways to give your outdoor space a splash of colourTransform your garden and make it as visually appealing as your interior with these inspiring yet simple tricks
By Tamara Kelly


