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Painting 101 - how to best use tools available to you, when to paint and what to consider. This section deals with practical know how and how the experts use the tools available.

galleryAn idyllic weekend afternoon painting your bedroom or patching up the paintwork in your lounge can be ruined with a DIY disaster. Enthusiastic decorators shouldn’t be put off, however, as DIY painting can save you a huge amount of money as well as being great fun to do. Follow these simple steps to avoid painting mishaps and to make sure your handiwork receives buckets of compliments.
galleryCheck out these paint tricks and shortcuts that will make your life so much easier.
galleryCheck out our tips and tricks for painting on all types of surfaces.
article-editorialThe right equipment for your painting job will depend heavily on the size of the space, where it is and what budget you are working with. There are products available to suit every type of decorating job, so take your time and seek out the ones that are best for your needs.
article-editorialIt might seem that creating a stylish home when you have children is an impossible dream, but it isn’t. These days, childproofing can be functional as well as beautifully designed.
how-to-guideA bar fridge may be whitegoods, but you can paint it any colour. Go for red and you may find your beer is colder, and faster!
article-editorialBrush up on the most effective way to reinvent your home in a weekend.
article-editorialTo give old timber, a facelift, you need to prepare it properly - sadly there are no shortcuts.
article-editorialFind out how to get the perfect paint job.
article-editorialPainting is the most common renovating job. Most of us will do it some time, so it pays to know your paint brushes. The better the brush, the better (and easier) the job.
article-editorialOnce you've chosen the perfect paint brush for your job, don't forget to look after it. Here's our quick guide:
article-editorialUsing a paint roller can be the fastest and easiest way of painting. But watch out for splatters!
article-editorialThese two simple painting techniques can be the difference between a brilliant finish and an ordinary-looking paint job.
article-editorialPainting is a DIY task that seems so easy and cost effective. Here's how to avoid the runs, drips, 'grinning' and an 'orange-peel' effect.
article-editorialGet the basics right for a good finish

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