Painting Tips
There are plenty of creative and fun ways to use leftover paint in your Brisbane jome. Whether you’re looking to add a pop of color to your outdoor space or craft a unique look indoors, repurposing your leftover paint can lead to amazing transformations. In this article, we’ll explore four inspiring ideas that will help…
Thinking of painting a dark wall with a light white or pastel colour? Unfortunately, this can be difficult. Dark wall paint has a tendency to show through lighter paint, and this can alter the tone and hue of your new colour. Patience and proper paint preparation will ensure the lighter paint shows up true to…
Planning a DIY interior painting project? Corners can be tricky, especially for beginners-but with the right technique, you can paint corners like a pro by Brisbane House Painters. At Kraudelt Painting, we’ve helped countless Brisbane homeowners achieve clean, professional results, and in this guide, we share two simple methods to help you do the same.…
If you have a room in your home that is quite dark, don’t give up! Whether the lighting was poorly designed, or the room has minimal access to natural light there are things you can do. Here are our 3 steps to make a dark room feel bright. Step 1: Go for Light Colours on…
After completing a paint job, the last thing you want to see is paint blisters and bubbles. While latex and acrylic paints are most prone to blistering, bubbles can form on all paint types, and on both interior and exterior paint jobs. How Do Paint Blisters Occur? Blistering occurs when the top coat of paint…
At Kraudelt Painting, our Brisbane painting experts believe that using a primer before you paint is one of the best ways to ensure a high-quality, long-lasting finish. While priming isn’t always required, when used correctly, it can make all the difference. When You Should Use a Primer Priming before you paint isn’t always necessary, although…
When giving your Brisbane property a paint makeover, there are a few common mistakes that can turn your dream project into a nightmare. Whether you’re refreshing your Queenslander home or updating a modern apartment, avoiding these pitfalls is essential to achieving a professional finish. At Kraudelt Painting, we’ve put together a list of the top…
Interior paint colour can transform your home. Choosing the right colour can be tricky, so we have listed a couple of things to keep in mind. Paint Colour Creates Mood The colour of the walls establishes the mood of a room. When you are deciding on a colour, consider how you want a room to…
Over time, enamel solvent-based paints begin to oxidise, giving your once white walls a yellow tinge. This is a property of oil-based paints and varnishes, and cannot be avoided completely. Oxidisation can be accelerated, so we have listed a few causes and solutions to help keep your white walls white. Causes: Oxidisation is the main…
You wouldn’t believe how many bad paint jobs we see when we’re out and about in people’s homes. At a rough guesstimate I’d say we are asked to quote on fixing dodgy paint jobs at least once a week. Some of this work has been done by the homeowner who was trying to save money…