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Interior Colour Trends We’re Predicting for 2022
As soon as a new year arrives - full of possibilities - interior trends are always a popular topic. At this time of year, it may be cold, damp and chilly but fresh inspiration from the light and a...

Should Interior Doors Be Painted the Same Colour as the Walls?
Whether you’ve moved into a new flat that needs decorating or you’re giving your long-serving family home a makeover, the colour of interior doors and their trims can have a big impact on the overa...

Should Door Colour Match the Trim or Wall?
Many people regard doors merely as a necessary means of separating one room from another, with no real potential when it comes to decorating. It's time to shake up that perception! The way you choo...

How to Make Half and Half Painted Walls Work
Painting different colours for the upper and lower halves of walls has been popular for some time. These ‘half and half’ walls have become a big trend of late in the UK. With good reason too. They ...

Can I Paint My Ceiling Darker than the Walls?
Ceilings are often overlooked when it comes to decorating. However, their appearance can have a significant effect on the overall look of the room. In many cases, that means using a clean white to ...

What Are the Best Neutral Nursery Paint Colours?
If you have decided you don’t necessarily want to take the traditional approach of standard pale pink or baby blue, then you are not alone. More and more parents are applying the same approach to n...

Should I Paint My Walls or Skirting Boards First?
Any professional will tell you that it's essential to have a well-considered plan of action when renovating a room. Thankfully, painting in the correct order makes the whole process easier by elimi...

Whether you’re upcycling your furniture or adding a lick of paint to your walls, colour is at the heart of any painting project. More broadly, it’s central to the way we experience and enjoy life...

Picking the Right Colour Paint for your Garden Furniture
Painting your garden furniture is a quick and easy way to update your external space. Whether you’re looking to brighten up your outdoor dining area or want to create a relaxing bolthole, paint can...

What is the Best Paint for Wooden Garden Furniture?
From sun loungers to dining tables and chairs, garden furniture is a wonderful way to make the most of your outdoor space. If your pieces are made from wood, you might be wondering what’s the best ...

How to Paint a Metal Garage Door
If you’re renovating your home or preparing to sell, a drab metal garage door can spoil the overall kerb appeal of your house. A fresh coat of paint is the ticket to revitalising the look of your g...

What is the Best Paint for Metal and Wood Garage Doors?
Garage doors are often the face of a home. So, choosing the best paint for garage doors is a must if you’re a proud homeowner. To get it right, you’ll need some careful consideration about the righ...

How to Choose the Right Paint Colours for Your Home
With so many colours available in limitless shades, hues and tints, it can be challenging to settle on a scheme for your home. To help you overcome your choice paralysis, we've put together a handy...

What Colour Should I Paint My Bedroom Walls?
Don't underestimate the power of colours. They influence our emotional and physical well-being alongside the quality of our sleep. Some inspire energy, making it easier to leave a cosy bed in the m...

Creating Neutral Colour Palettes for Interior Design Projects
Contrary to popular belief, neutral palettes are multifaceted and exceptionally varied. From earthy browns to dusky pinks, there's an option to suit all tastes and styles of decor. While every neut...

7 of the Best Colour Combinations Using Black
Very few colours make a statement quite like black. It's sophisticated, seductive and oh-so-modern. Far from being difficult to work with, it complements a kaleidoscopic array of shades, tints, ton...

What is the Best Colour for Kitchen Cabinets?
With the whole rainbow at your fingertips, picking a colour for your kitchen cabinets and cupboards can feel overwhelming. From soothing neutrals and dazzling whites to bold or pastel shades, the p...

How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets in 4 Easy Steps
The kitchen is often the heart of a home, where people come together to work, study, dine and celebrate with friends and family. It's often the highest priority for renovation because it's the spac...

The Best Paint for Dark Rooms with No Natural Light
Every home has one – a shadowy space that receives very little natural light. Perhaps, you rent a room that has no windows. Maybe, your north-facing flat feels especially gloomy, even during the wa...

Moving into the New Year is the perfect excuse to give tired-looking interiors a brand-new makeover. On the surface, a fresh lick of paint revitalises old walls and furniture, making the most well-...

Go Retro with These Vintage Paint Colours
Thanks to the popularity of Instagram photo filters and our love of all things nostalgic, vintage colours have made an extraordinary comeback in recent years. In fashion, the "grand millennial" mov...

Guide to Picking the Perfect Shade of Grey
It’s no surprise that grey is one of the most popular paint colours in the UK at the moment. It’s stylish without being showy. It doesn’t discriminate between genders. It’s the perfect backdrop for...

What is Self-Priming Paint and Does it Work?
Self-priming paint is quickly becoming the top choice for upcyclers and DIYers looking to cut down the time and effort it takes to repaint their favourite items of furniture. But, with so many opti...

What’s the Best White Paint for Interior Walls?
White paint is capable of transforming the look of any room. It’s ideal for reflecting light and maximising dimensions in a smaller space. It also brings a classic simplicity and a quiet dignity to...