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Category Archives: Home Improvement

Preparing my house for a painter and decorator

What things can I do to prepare my house for a painter and decorator?

Home Improvement, Painting & DecoratingBy Jamie Elstow

If you’ve got a painter and decorator coming in to give your home a revamp and a little TLC, you’re probably sighing with relief that you won’t have to take on the skilled and technical part of the job. While you can relax safe in the knowledge that the experts have the difficult bits covered,…

Choosing the painter for the job: How to get it right

Commercial, Home Improvement, Painting & DecoratingBy Jamie Elstow

While some homeowners enjoy donning their DIY hats, throwing on the overalls and giving it their best shot, others prefer to bring in the professionals, and feel safe in the knowledge that the job will be done right. And while it’s all well and good making the decision to bring in a painter and decorator,…

Bringing summer indoors? Here’s how it’s done

Home Improvement, Lifestyle & Hobby, Painting & DecoratingBy Jamie Elstow

Last week we touched on how you can keep your home feeling cool and fresh throughout the summer months, particularly for those who aren’t so keen on the heat. This week, we’re looking at some of the easiest and most stylish ways to bring summer indoors and into your décor – perfect for those sun…

Beat the heat this summer - how to decorate your home

Beating the heat: How to create a cool home this summer

Home Improvement, Painting & DecoratingBy Jamie Elstow

The ‘British Summer’ – you either love it, or you hate it. Whether you’re a sun worshipper who basks in the heat, or you’re a lover of the cooler, autumnal weather – there’s always bound to be a heatwave on the way. And while we’ll leave the tips on staying hydrated and healthy to the…

5 reasons to hire a professional painter an decorator

The 5 main reasons to use a professional painter and decorator

Home Improvement, Painting & DecoratingBy Jamie Elstow

There are some things in life that almost anyone can take a crack at, and there are other things that most definitely require a professional; you might be able to landscape your own garden, but you’d probably be safer in hiring a professional to deal with any electrical-based problems! But when it comes to the…

Paint vs wallpaper: Which should I choose?

Home Improvement, Painting & Decorating, WallpaperBy Jamie Elstow

When it comes to home décor, what’s on your walls can make all the difference. Whether that’s through making subtle changes with a neutral paint or wallpaper, or by using bold colours or striking wallpaper – it’s a relatively quick way to change up the feel of your home. But if you’re thinking of redecorating…

Difference between residential and commercial painting

What are the differences between residential and commercial painting?

Commercial, Home Improvement, Painting & DecoratingBy Jamie Elstow

While the two are entirely different, many people see residential and commercial painting as the same service. Because painting is painting, regardless of what or where you paint, right? The short answer is no. The long answer goes into how there are specific differences between the two types of painting. Buckle in, we’re about to…

Colour block bedroom, how to paint a dual-colour feature wall - Craig and Rose

Two-tone walls: How to create a feature wall

Home Improvement, Painting & Decorating, RefurbishmentBy Jamie Elstow

It’s a pretty common dilemma; you’ve taken the plunge and decided to freshen up your décor, you make a start with the paint samples, and then you just can’t seem to narrow it down to one colour. If this scenario sounds familiar, we’re delighted to tell you that two-tone walls (also known as a dual-colour…

Tropical wallpaper ideas

Wallpaper trends for 2022: It’s time to get pasting!

Home Improvement, Painting & Decorating, Specialist Services, WallpaperBy Jamie Elstow

[Featured image credit: Tropical Wallpaper – from Photowall] If you’ve read our previous blog posts, you’ll know that 2020 and 2021, in particular, have been big years for home redecorations and revamps – but now we’re here to tell you that 2022 is going to be even bigger; we’re expecting next year to be all…

How to decorate smaller living spaces

How to decorate and make the most of a small living space

Home Improvement, Painting & DecoratingBy Jamie Elstow

As the last 18 months have forced many of us to spend extended periods of time indoors and winter is once again on its way, we thought it was time to look at how you can ensure you’re making the most of your living space, especially if it’s a smaller space. Ideally, we’d all have…

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