PAINTING TIPS & ADVICE

Practical painting advice from more than 25 years of experience.
From preparing surfaces and choosing colours to maintaining your home and getting a professional finish, Rob shares straightforward tips to help you get the best result from your painting project.

Understand undertones, lighting and paint sheen so you can choose colours and finishes that suit how a room is used.

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Learn how proper preparation, sanding, cutting in and painting techniques can help create a smoother, more professional paint finish.

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A practical room-preparation checklist covering furniture, floors, walls, hardware, tape and primer before painting.

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Planning to paint a ceiling? These practical tips cover protection, physical effort, tools and preparation before you begin.

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Find out when primer is needed before painting, from bare timber and new plaster to repaired areas, stains, glossy surfaces and colour changes.

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Learn how to create a cohesive whole-home paint colour scheme using undertones, neutrals, trims, lighting, sightlines and feature colours.

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