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5 Paint Ideas for Stunning Living Room Accent Walls
Everyone wants to change up their living space from time to time. But we can’t always find the time (or cash!) to completely redecorate. Sound familiar? An accent wall may well be the decorating tr...
A Full Guide to Frenchic's Paint Ranges
At Frenchic we are dedicated to producing fabulous, high-quality chalk paint to fulfil all your decorating and makeover dreams! Our award-winning, innovative and versatile products are formulated f...
6 Trending Paint Colours You Should Try in 2023
Do you use the trending colours each year? They’re always useful and inspiring for upcycling, decorating and refreshing your home. Maybe you like to update a room annually, based on the new year’s...
13 Christmas Gift Ideas for Frenchic Fans, Upcyclers & Crafters
With the countdown to Christmas well underway, now is the time to make sure presents are bought, wrapped and placed under the tree for all your favourite people. If the friend or relative in questi...
Colour Drenching: The New Must-Try Interior Trend
Move over pale and neutral interiors. Colour drenching is becoming increasingly popular – and it’s all about colour! Forget traditional white ceilings and woodwork. This trend focuses on the use of...
Fired Up: How to Paint Your Fireplace with Chalk Paint
Whether it’s a place for pets to snuggle or the backdrop to your favourite reading spot, a fireplace tends to be a strong focal point in a room. When they don’t fit in with your style, it’s only na...
What is the Best Paint for Bathrooms?
Bathrooms are one of the most frequented rooms in any house, so it’s only natural that you want yours to look the part. While a lick of paint is enough to revitalise or transform many rooms in the ...
Best Paint Colours for North, South, East & West Facing Rooms
Natural light is one of the biggest factors that affects how colours appear – and the aspect of a room is one of the main factors affecting the amount of light that enters it. That’s why the direct...
Dining tables are the focal point of countless dining rooms and kitchens – in terms of both appearance and function. As such, it’s no surprise that so many people want to spruce theirs up with a li...
7 Glorious Garden Furniture Paint Colours You Should Try
From small, flagged spaces to sprawling green pastures, gardens are a great way to enjoy the outdoors at home. So, it’s only natural that you want to make sure it’s a space you love. That’s where g...
How to Paint Glossy Laminate Furniture
From kitchen cabinets to built-in wardrobes, there are so many pieces of furniture with a smooth or glossy laminate finish. Quite simply, that’s because it provides great durability at a low cost. ...
Frenchic Named Best Washable Paint by Good Housekeeping
Nothing beats the flawless finish of a freshly painted wall. But over time, knocks, scuffs and dirty handprints can take the sparkle off your favourite shade. Not if you use a washable paint. Washa...
What's the Best Paint for uPVC Doors & Windows?
uPVC windows and doors grace homes up and down the UK. They’re known for their durability, efficiency and low maintenance. But over time, uPVC fixtures can become discoloured and show signs of wear...
What’s the Best Furniture Wax for Chalk Paint?
When you’re putting so much care and attention into upcycling, refreshing or transforming furniture with chalk paint, it’s only natural that you’ll want the best wax to finish the job. It can be cr...
How to Paint Wooden Beams on the Ceiling
Ceilings don’t always get as much attention as they deserve when it comes to decorating. They can be a bit of an afterthought and tend get to get painted white or off-white – even though there are ...
White vs Off White vs Cream vs Beige Paint: What’s the Difference?
It’s no surprise that white is the biggest seller for many paint companies. It’s the first choice for wall paint. An instinct, that’s viewed as safe and completely neutral. But is white always the ...
Which Colours Go Best with Greige Paint?
Grey and beige are two of the most popular and versatile neutrals available. So why not combine them for something that’s equally beautiful and timeless? Cue the advent of greige paint, which has b...
How to Paint a Wooden Front Door
Painting your front door is a quick, easy and cost-effective way to freshen up your home’s façade, while also transforming the door’s effect on your exterior space. Best of all, it’s a fantastic op...
Using Yellow Paint Colours in Your Home's Interior Design
From the glow of the sun to the daffodils in spring, yellow is a colour that oozes positivity. Its cheerful and happy vibes make it a great choice for a huge range of interior styles and schemes. T...
Radiators are a fundamental feature in the vast majority of UK homes. As a result, it’s almost inevitable that most people will need to know how to paint radiators at some point. Painting radiators...
Turn Your Home into a Gem with Jewel Paint Colours
With the phrase “jewel in the crown” referring to the best part of something, it’s fair to say jewels are known for their value. They’re also renowned for their beauty, not least the wonderful colo...
Bring Life into Your Home with Botanical Paint Colours
Covering a range of plant-related shades, botanical paint colours are a great a way to add a little or a lot of nature to your home. They work well as the main event, such as painted kitchen cupboa...
Looking for Furniture to Upcycle? You’re Not Alone
The furniture upcycling bug is sweeping the nation – with good reason too. It’s eco-friendly, cost-savvy and great for your mental health. The downside? Some people simply don’t know where to find ...
9 Colour Blocking Paint Ideas You Should Try
Although it’s actually been around for almost a century, the colour blocking trend has become more and more popular in recent years. With the right approach, colour blocking with paint can be both ...