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Landlords: Stop Painting Over Mould

Why Landlords Should Treat Mould Properly As a landlord or property manager for residential homes or commercial units, you’ve likely faced the challenge of dealing with mould. Whether it’s a damp patch in a tenant’s bathroom or a musty corner in a retail outlet, mould is more than just a cosmetic issue – it’s a sign of underlying problems that can ...

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Decorating in Winter: It’s A Great Time

Is Winter the Perfect Time to Paint Your Home? When it comes to painting inside your home, most people think summer is the best time. But what if I told you that winter could be the ideal season to freshen up your interior walls? Yes, you read that right – decorating in winter comes with unexpected benefits that might just surprise ...

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Paint For Winter: Cold Weather Tips

How to Avoid Common Mistakes and Ensure a Flawless Finish Is decorating in winter a good idea? Here’s what you need to know about paint for winter! Have you ever wondered whether it’s a good idea to paint in cold weather? Whether you’re a professional contractor tackling commercial projects or a homeowner trying to spruce up or repair your property, ...

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How to Paint Plastisol Cladding

Painting Plastisol cladding

Come rain or shine, Plastisol cladding is constantly exposed to the great British weather, and after a period (if regular maintenance audits are not conducted) it can look aged and grubby. This article will look at the different types of metal cladding on the market and how to paint Plastisol cladding and get it looking like new again, whilst also ...

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Paint Removal Guide: Caustic & Solvent Based Paint Strippers

When considering to remove paint, whichever kind, from an exterior wall or surface, it might be tempting to go it at with guns blazing. Power washing, sandblasting, wire brush: all these methods will work for most jobs, but at which cost? These power methods can be risky as they can seriously damage your brickwork and other surfaces, leaving them exposed ...

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Upcycling Furniture With Chalky Paints

Upcycling furniture – turn drab into fab! Revitalise your home décor with the transformative power of chalk paint for upcycling furniture. This innovative shabby-chic-style paint, known for its matte finish and versatility, is perfect for breathing new life into pre-loved pieces. Are you tired of the wear and tear on your furniture? Looking to recycle old pieces without breaking the ...

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Satisfying Fire Regulations for Walls and Ceilings in Communal Areas

A Striking Fire Exit

Are you ready to upgrade your walls and ceilings with fire protection? Or are you starting a new job completely? Either way, it’s time to think about fire safety. If you are undertaking a project that involves communal areas, there are certain regulations you need to adhere to, to ensure fire safety. Learn how important it is that you protect ...

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The Importance of Tar Banding

Have you ever noticed the thin, dark lines running along road surfaces and wondered what their purpose is? These lines are the result of overbanding, also known as tar banding, a critical road repair technique in maintenance. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into what overbanding and tar banding are, where they are used, and their significance in preserving road ...

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