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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Paint professionals explain how often to paint a house exterior – to keep up your curb appeal
Painting experts share their thoughts on how often you should repaint your house exterior to keep your home’s paintwork perfect and maintain your curb appeal
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Professionals explain which type of paint is best for kitchens
Choosing between finishes can be confusing – here, paint experts explain which are best suited to this high-traffic area
By Millie Hurst • Published
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How to refinish wood furniture – 4 steps for a dramatic but easy refresh
Experts explain how to refinish wood furniture at home so that you can give existing pieces a new lease of life
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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How to paint a dresser without sanding – for a beautiful new look without the elbow grease
Paint and home improvement experts explain how to paint a dresser without sanding, with perfect product recommendations, so you can redress your bedroom with a little less effort
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Can you paint grout lines? Professional painters say it could be easier than deep cleaning
Professional painters explain if you can paint grout, how to paint grout correctly, and how to make painted grout last for perfect tiles
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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The best way to stain wood – 4 time-saving tips from the experts
Professionals share the best way to stain wood for a flawless, even finish free from drips to protect the wood and provide a beautiful stained patina
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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How to paint cabinets without sanding – 6 simple steps from professionals
Professional painters explain how to paint cabinets without sanding for a quick home refresh in half the time
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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How many coats of primer do you need? Professional painters reveal best practice for walls and furniture
Professional painters share their advice on how many coats of primer you need for different home projects, from walls to furniture
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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The best way to paint edges without tape – for quick cutting in
Professional painters have shared their top tips for painting edges without tape to make cutting in quicker and easier and cut down on wasted tape
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Professional painters reveal how to make paint dry faster – without compromising on quality
Pro painters have shared their secrets for making paint dry faster so you can finish your home renovations a little quicker, without compromising on quality
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Professional painters agree: this is the best way to paint doors for an expert, flawless finish
Professional painters share the best way to paint doors to avoid tacky paint finishes and awkward drip marks for a smooth and professional finish.
By Chiana Dickson • Last updated
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Professional painters explain how to paint OSB – without uneven bumps, peeling paint, or rough textures
Professional painters explain how to paint OSB to refinish this otherwise unsightly wood finish around your home without uneven bumps, peeling paint, or rough textures
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Painters explain how to paint laminate furniture without sanding – for a quick refresh in half the time
Professional painters share their top tips for painting laminate furniture without sanding for a proper paint finish without the effort of sanding and dusting
By Chiana Dickson • Last updated
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How to paint baseboards: according to professional painters
Professional painters explain the best way to paint baseboards, including which tools you need to achieve a perfect finish without drip marks and brush lines yourself at home
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Discover the paint brand that promises to put creativity at the heart of your decorating schemes
Benjamin Moore is the paint brand you need to know about before you start your next decorating project
By Homes & Gardens • Published
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This paint edger tool saved me hours of painting time – and I would never redecorate without it
Here's why I think this cutting-in product should be a part of every painter's tool kit for redecorating any sized room
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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12 top interior painting tips from experts – for a flawless, fabulous finish
Professional painters share their best interior painting tips to ace your room renovations without the need for a contractor
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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How to pick the right wall color for your trim – and the key expert trick to know
Paint experts explain how to pick the right wall color by checking the new color against your trim, and what to do if you miss this key step
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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The 3 ways experts get paint off glass – for a tidy, professional paint job
Paint is notoriously difficult to remove from all sorts of surfaces, here is how professional painters get accidental spills off of glass
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Embrace the feel-good, refreshing hues of spring with Benjamin Moore
Let the colourful bounty of the new season inspire your next painting project
By Jennifer Ebert • Last updated
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How to fix peeling paint in 4 steps – and reasons why your paint is crumbling
Professional painters explain how to fix peeling paint, and why it may be coming away from your wall
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Decorating professionals reveal the common ceiling painting mistakes to avoid
'Even if you don't think you will notice them from the ground, you will'
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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How to paint trims with carpet – 5 professional decorator tips to protect your flooring
Painting experts explain how to paint trim with carpet to avoid drips and stains
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Should you paint trim or walls first? Professional painters advise for an expert finish
Painting experts explain whether you should paint your trim or walls first for a perfect painting process
By Chiana Dickson • Last updated
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Professional decorators say this is when to remove painter's tape – for a fabulously flawless finish
Professional decorators explain when to remove painters tape and how to apply it for a flawless finish
By Chiana Dickson • Last updated
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Professional decorators are warning against using exterior paint indoors
Painters and decorators caution against using exterior paint indoors
By Chiana Dickson • Published
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Which is the best white paint? How to choose the right white
Are you struggling to find the best white paint for your home? Experts reveal their top tips to help you choose the perfect shade
By Sophie Warren-Smith • Last updated
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Paint ideas – 24 inspiring looks for walls, floors, and more
Get creative with these paint to add character, brighten a dark room, or update your decor
By Andrea Childs • Published
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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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