Knots & Knotting

Knots in wood will stain through your paint finish if left untreated so here are the different methods of dealing with them…

Painting over a stained surface

Stain Blockers

You’ll find all manner of different solutions labelled as a ‘stain-blocker’ – here are some of the best available for almost every situation…

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Sugar Soap

Essential for cleaning down surfaces prior to painting, Sugar Soap is easy to use and pays dividends in the long run…

wood filler

The Best Wood Filler

A few of the best products I’ve used over the years for repairing & filling woodwork…

Rusty railings

Metal Primers

A simple guide to the different kinds of metal primers available, and where to use them…

Painting a window ledge with white wood primer

Which Wood Primer to Use?

All types of wood require a primer before applying top coats and the options can be confusing. Here is a run-down on the main types…

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‘Child Safe’ Paint

Advice for parents who may be worried about using paint products in their children’s rooms…

Painted beach huts

Confidence with Colour

Some basic colour rules, to give you more confidence when choosing a colour scheme for your home…

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Eco Paints

Information on eco-friendly paint products and what is available…