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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
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Can you paint uPVC doors? The surprising answer could save you hundreds of pounds and even boost the value of your homeUpgrade your curb appeal for less than £50
By Lauren Bradbury
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Paint for mental health - Frenchic supports the Samaritans with five soothing shadesPaint your walls with these soothing Frenchic colours and support a suicide prevention charity at the same time
By Sara Hesikova
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Can you paint block paving? This is the TikTok-approved way to pimp up your outside path or driveway on a budgetNo, you don’t need to replace your whole driveway to boost your curb appeal
By Lauren Bradbury
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No, masonry paint isn’t just for exterior walls - the clever hacks to make your tin of paint go so much furtherDon’t let your leftover masonry paint gather dust
By Lauren Bradbury
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These are the colours to avoid when painting a small hallway, trust usSwerve these small hallway colour fails and create a welcoming entrance that makes you happy to invite guests inside…
By Linda Clayton
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Paint the town and your walls red because this fiery colour is making a comebackIs this primary colour making a comeback? Here’s all you need to know about the newest interiors colour trend
By Sara Hesikova
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Colours you should never paint a home office, according to colour expertsLooking for a productive colour for your home office? These are the shade to avoid according to experts
By Rachel Homer
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Yes, you paint plastic plant pots – but only if you follow one of these two foolproof methodsIt’s time to start a plastic plant pot revolution
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to fix chipped paint on furniture - 3 quick and easy waysGive your old furniture a new lease of life
By Lauren Bradbury
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What paint to use on skirting boards – decorating experts reveal the best and worst type of paint to useThe hits and misses of paint for skirting boards according to decorating pros
By Sara Hesikova
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How to turn unused glass bottles into beautiful vases - a step-by-step guideTransform unused glass containers into colourful vases for displaying a beautiful array of end of summer blooms
By Holly Reaney
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How to strip paint from wood - upcycle your furniture in 4 easy stepsLooking for a design switch-up or fancy a new upcycling project? Knowing how to properly strip paint from wood is key
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to paint edges of a wall without masking tape getting involvedExperts share alternative tools for achieving clean, straight edges
By Sara Hesikova
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How to paint behind a radiator like a proGet into all the nooks and crannies behind your radiator without removing it with this easy painting guide
By Sara Hesikova
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How to paint over varnished wood – achieve a professional finish with our easy guideMaster this otherwise difficult DIY task with our expert-led tips and tricks
By Jullia Joson
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The living room paint colours everyone is currently obsessed with in 2023Colour is back, and the experts have let us in on the secret of what particular colours are trending in the living room for 2023
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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Feng Shui principles and Frenchic paint transformed this kitchen into a luxury spaceDeep green cabinetry, a reeded glass splashback and Feng Shui principles all play a part in this stunning kitchen
By Laurie Davidson
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We're obsessed with this £10 hack that turned an old ottoman into this season's hottest buyThis creative storage solution hack will instantly transform any room
By Jullia Joson
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This easy DIY project could boost the value of your home – and it costs less than £10Want to switch up your home decor? This simple fix might just do the trick
By Jullia Joson
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How to choose the best pink paint for your homeFeeling slightly overwhelmed by all the different pink paint options out there? We bring you our ultimate guide with everything you could possibly need to know
By Ellis Cochrane
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This risky 70s paint trend is going to be everywhere – and we have the secret to making it look incredibleThis retro colour's modern resurgence is one you simply cannot ignore
By Jullia Joson
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How to fix peeled paint on a wall in 5 foolproof stepsPeeling paint problems? Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered
By Lauren Bradbury
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Picnic table paint ideas to bring new life to your gardenWhether you're a painting novice or a DIY pro
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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This 'heartbreak paint palette' is how to decorate after a break-upExperts say the colours we choose for our homes can help bring hope after difficult life events
By Andrea Childs

