Painting the interior of your home whilst bringing charm into every room and adding value to the entire property is not an easy DIY. It takes more than slapping up some paint. The work starts long before any brush is lifted. Also f you want the paintwork to last for years to come, you need […]
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Taking on a painting job around your home can be a great way to update your home. But ff the necessary measures are not taken, it’s easy to turn a painting project into a disaster. As experienced professional painters we have completed thousands of projects. This has taught us many tricks to result in sensational […]
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When you feel that your walls have contributed to the dullness of your home, you can make it bright once again. Sydney House painting is a great way to give your home a new life. Chipped, peeling or faded walls are an eyesore. But with a professional touch it is easy to bring back that […]
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It is important to prepare all surfaces before painting. This preparation ensures the final result is the best it can be. Firstly you want to ensure the surface is ready to paint. This requires repairing any dents or damage to the walls or joins. For new walls there should not be any damage but older […]
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Paint rollers are very useful for large scale projects. Not only do they apply paint quickly, they can also produce a very smooth finish if used skilfully. They are ideal for painting large flat surfaces. Understanding Roller Paint Brushes Paint rollers consist of a roller cage and a fabric cover/sleeve. A tray of slightly greater […]
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Before you undertake any painting project, especially around your loved ones, you should be aware of the dangers of paint and it’s vapour. Paints contain chemicals. As paint dries some of these chemicals are released into the surrounding air as vapour, which people can breathe in. Modern paint produces far less vapour than older paint, […]
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In order to reduce paint surface chalking we first need to understand what it is. What is Paint Chalking Chalking is the fine powder that forms on a painted surface. A small amount of chalking on a newly painted surface is not a concern. But excessive or continual chalking is a bad sign. The Causes […]
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Throughout the warmer months of spring and summer, many of us will be spending time outdoors in our backyards. If we are lucky enough to have a backyard BBQ area, gazebo, patio or even a swimming pool we may be spending time there too. These areas will require some upkeep, best done before summer begins, […]
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Some internal and external surface of our homes are made of iron or steel. Unfortunately these can suffer from rust over time. Especially if the external surfaces are exposed to the weather. Or if the internal surfaces are exposed to moisture from plumbing, leaking roofs or damp basements. This rust needs to be dealt with. […]
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Aluminium has an advantage over most other metals in being largely rust proof. Its disadvantage however is that it is considered difficult to paint or colour. The good news is modern paints and undercoats have made it possible to paint aluminium. Of course it does require the right materials and techniques. Aluminium Surrounds Most Homes […]
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