Paint
Paint is key to any home – and garden. Understand color theory, find out what shades are on trend and which combination will work for your home
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8 new tricks for transforming rooms with paint, by Farrow & Ball's color expert
Explore the inspiration behind the new Farrow & Ball collection and discover the best ways to use it in your home
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Sherwin-Williams Color of the Year 2023 invites 'serenity and nature into any space'
This blush-beige hue inspires expanded horizons and eye-opening discoveries – and it will set the tone for the year ahead
By Megan Slack • Last updated
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How to paint wood furniture – an expert guide for the perfect finish
Learn how to paint wood furniture for a flawless finish to update any piece
By Holly Reaney • Last updated
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5 exciting ways to totally transform your home with paint – in a weekend
Paint and color expert Annie Sloan shares her favorite ways to reboot your rooms, fast
By Lucy Searle • Published
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5 ways to decorate with a caramel color scheme – the most stylish tone of the season
This season, we're admiring a gorgeous neutral that combines beige and brown
By Arabella Youens • Published
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4 ways to use the most surprising color for fall and winter
Earthy pinks – these natural hues, some where between red, pink and brown, conjure up warmth in any room and are reminiscent of late summer evening sunsets
By Arabella Youens • Published
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Tips for painting kitchen cabinets – 17 ways to an expert finish
These expert tips for painting your kitchen cabinets will ensure you get a sleek new look
By Lara Sargent • Last updated
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How to stain kitchen cabinets – an expert guide
Give timber furniture a new lease of life with our handy guide on how to stain kitchen cabinets
By Hayley Gilbert • Last updated
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How to patch a drywall ceiling – an easy guide for DIYers
These expert tips on how to patch a drywall ceiling will save you thousands in repair costs...
By Ruth Doherty • Last updated
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How to remove texture from a ceiling
Often thought to be a difficult task, we’ve asked the experts for advice on how to remove texture from a ceiling
By Stephanie Hendries • Last updated
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Paint finishes for ceilings explained – how to create impact on the fifth wall
The lowdown on paint finishes for ceilings: choosing the best formula for the perfect result
By Amelia Thorpe • Last updated
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Best paint finishes for living rooms explained – how to get an expert finish
How to pick the right formula to ensure the perfect result for your project
By Amelia Thorpe • Last updated
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How to clean a paint roller – and keep it in top condition
Take a look at our advice on how to clean a paint roller and ensure it’s ready for the next decor task
By Sarah Warwick • Last updated
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How to clean paint brushes – tricks to keep them in top condition
Find out how to clean paint brushes so they’re ready for the next room refresh
By Sarah Warwick • Last updated
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Eggshell vs matte paint – what’s the difference?
What's the difference between eggshell and matte paint? Our guide to choosing the right finish will ensure perfect results
By Hayley Gilbert • Last updated
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Which is the best white paint? And expert tips on how to choose it for your rooms
Decor experts reveal how to pick the best white paint in terms of tone and quality for your spaces
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Published
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Estate emulsion vs Modern emulsion – which Farrow & Ball paint finish is best?
Estate emulsion vs Modern emulsion: both yield beautiful results, so how do you decide? Use our guide to work out which Farrow & Ball paint finish is best for you
By Tara King • Last updated
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Paint finishes for bathrooms explained
Here, we explain paint finishes for bathrooms so that you can create a blissful space with paint perfectly designed for the purpose
By Hayley Gilbert • Last updated
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Satin vs matte paint – which is better where?
Our guide to the differences between satin and matte paint shows what to use where, because choosing the right finish will ensure your project has the best results
By Hayley Gilbert • Last updated
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Eco paints – a guide to finding the best eco-friendly emulsion
Our guide to finding the best eco paints will help you choose all-natural products to protect you, your home and our planet
By Hayley Gilbert • Last updated
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Paint sheen levels explained – everything you need to know
The higher the sheen, the higher the shine – here we explain paint sheen levels so you can choose the best finish for your project
By Hayley Gilbert • Last updated
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Satin vs eggshell paint – what are the differences?
Choosing the best paint finish will achieve the best results. Here’s the lowdown on satin vs eggshell paint
By Hayley Gilbert • Last updated
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Satin vs semi-gloss paint – what are the differences?
It all comes down to sheen - here we have all you need to know about the differences between satin vs semi-gloss paint
By Hayley Gilbert • Last updated
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10 ways to use textured paint in your home
Textured paint is perfect for creating an impressive feature wall or upcycling old furniture. This is how to use it in your home
By Hayley Gilbert • Last updated
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A guide to satin paint – and how to use it
A mid-sheen paint with a durable finish, here’s our guide to satin paint and how to use it
By Hayley Gilbert • Last updated
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Gloss paint – a guide to how and where to use it
With its high-sheen finish and reflective quality, gloss paint is great for kitchens, bathrooms and woodwork – here’s our guide to where and how to use it
By Hayley Gilbert • Last updated
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10 ways to use limewash at home
Used both indoors and out to create an authentic heritage look, here are our top 10 ways to use limewash at home
By Hayley Gilbert • Last updated
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A guide to eggshell paint – and when to use it
A great all-rounder, eggshell paint is easy to apply and cleans well – here are the best ways to use it
By Hayley Gilbert • Last updated
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A guide to milk paint – and when to use it
Perfect for upcycling projects – our guide to milk paint shows how and when to use it
By Hayley Gilbert • Last updated
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