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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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Interior experts reveal the paint colours they always turn to when designing a roomThere's no need to turn to colour charts - interior experts have the inside scoop on the best paint shades to choose
By Holly Cockburn
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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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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
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How to get paint off clothes and save your DIY clothes from stubborn paint stainsYour paint-stained clothes will be as good as new in no time
By Lauren Bradbury
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Decorating experts shared the most common paint roller mistake that can lead to a DIY disasterThe mistake you’re making when using a paint roller and how to avoid it
By Sara Hesikova
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The colour palette of 2024 – all the colours paint experts are championing in the new yearThe paint colours of the year 2024 are in – these are the shades you’re going to be obsessed with next year
By Sara Hesikova
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Is anti-condensation paint worth it? We asked the expertsPlus how to prevent dampness, condensation and mould in the first place
By Ellis Cochrane
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How to paint laminate furniture - the pro tips experts swear by for a perfect finishDon't be put off by a laminate surface - it's simple to bring it back to life with a fresh lick of paint
By Holly Cockburn
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'If you've not tried this painting hack yet, thank me later' – the game-changing buy that will only cost you £3Need to paint plinths and skirting boards? No problem
By Jullia Joson
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How to clean walls without removing paint - for pristine walls without ruining your decorFrom general cleaning to more stubborn stains, we’ve got you covered
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to work out the exact amount of paint you'll need for your next DIY projectWhether you are colour-matching, or buying off the shelf, it's important to get the amount of paint you need just right
By Ellis Cochrane
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‘If it’s good enough for Mother Nature, it’s good enough for me’ – Molly Coath creates a range of earthy paints with V&CoDouse your walls in a warming autumnal colour palette with the Molly Coath x V&Co paint collaboration
By Sara Hesikova
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'It's so effective at making your home work harder' – the latest paint trend endorsed by colour gurusWe're waving goodbye to millennial grey altogether
By Jullia Joson
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We're enchanted by this paint trend that looks like 'something we adore seeing in nature'Straight from nature's palette
By Jullia Joson


