Painting Tips
A painted deck can be a stunning feature of your outdoor space. However, knowing how to paint a deck isn’t as straightforward as it might seem. In this article, we’ll go through some possible issues you might face, and share with you our top tips. Let’s get right into it. How to Paint a Deck:…
If you’re making plans to do some interior house painting, you’re probably wondering how long it will take to paint a house. The answer is: it varies. There are many factors to consider that will impact the time it takes to prepare, paint, and dry your interior. How Long Does Interior Painting Take On Average…
If you’re moving into a new house and looking to give the interior a refresh, you’re probably wondering whether to paint before or after moving in. We always suggest you should paint before moving in. Here are the top five reasons why. 1. It’s Easier Paint before moving in because it’s just so much easier.…
As professional painters, we know that preparing your interior for painting is essential – proper preparation leads to perfect results. Here are ten paint preparation tips to help you get started. 1. Clear Your Space You’ll find it pretty tricky to paint around furniture, paintings, and curtains. Move as much furniture and décor out of…
Here in Queensland, we’re no strangers to sweltering heat. If you’re thinking of having your home painted this summer, you’ll need to read up on the ins and outs painting in hot weather. How Does Heat Affect Paint? As a general rule, the warmer the weather, the faster the paint will dry. Have a read…
House painting is no easy task. If you’ve never painted an interior or exterior before, you’re sure to make a few mistakes along the way. Hopefully, these three essential house painting tips will help you with your DIY paint job. Let’s get started! Tip 1: Mix Together Multiple Cans of Paint Did you know paint…
To calculate how much paint to buy, measure your wall surface area, subtract doors and windows, then divide by 6.5 – that gives you the number of litres needed per coat. It takes less than five minutes and prevents the most common DIY mistake: overbuying paint that dries up in storage before you ever use…
Paint roller vs. paint brush – how do you know which to use for your painting project? Well, it depends on what you are painting. The paint roller and the paint brush have very different functions, so selecting the right one is crucial to the success of your painting project. Paint Roller The paint roller…
There are so many different types of house paint, and when it comes to starting a new paint project, knowing where to begin can be overwhelming. Here’s our guide to the most common types of house paint. Common Types of House Paint Primer Paint Strictly speaking, primer isn’t a type of paint, but it is…
Damp walls are not something to be ignored – they can become a serious health threat to you and your family if left untreated. Before you attempt to rid your walls of damp, you’ll need to determine the cause. Here’s our guide to the top three most common causes of damp walls, and how to…