How to paint over nicotine stains

Nicotine and Cigarette smoke stains can be a real problem, but our range of Zinsser products can help remove the stain quickly and effectively.

Here we show you how to permanently cover up nicotine stains from existing indoor paintwork.

What you will need:

• Zinsser Mould Killer
• Zinsser Universal Cleaner & Degreaser
• Cover Stain® Primer Sealer
• Perma-White® Interior

Steps

1. Surface Preparation

All surfaces must be clean, dry and free from anything that will interfere

How to Paint a bathroom using Tikkurila

A fresh coat of paint can completely transform the appearance of your bathroom. Bathrooms are primarily functional spaces, they can also be a great place to experiment with colour and design in your home.

Decorating a bathroom certainly comes with its challenges. This guide includes practical tips to help make redecorating a success!

What paint is suitable for a bathroom?

Bathrooms are high-traffic rooms, susceptible to humidity and moisture. The frequent exposure to water, steam and harsh cleaning products can be tough on paints used in this room. This means that choosing a moisture-resistant paint with mould-preventative agents is highly recommended to ensure long-term results. Additionally, bathroom paints must have a tough formula to withstand cleaning chemicals and regular scrubbing.

Tikkurila’s Luja range is a high-performance

How to paint your garden fence

An easy guide to painting your fence so that it stands the test of time - Using Cuprinol Ducksback 

Think about painting the garden fence and most of us assume it’s going to be a long, arduous process. We put it off for as long as possible and then finally give in when we see how good our neighbour’s new paint job is looking. First things first, we’re here to tell you that it doesn’t have to taxing. Pick a sunny day, pour yourself a nice beverage and follow these simple steps below.

Bonus: If you use Cuprinol Ducksback, you get five years of all-weather protection, so you can rest assured that you won’t need to repaint for a long time. Cheers, to that.

• 5L Cuprinol Ducksback in your favourite colour
• Medium pile standard

How to paint a radiator

Before you start Ensure the radiator is off and cool before you get to work. Place a dust sheet on the floor and slide paper or card between the radiator and the wall. Now sponge down the surface with warm water and mild detergent before leaving to dry.

Paint
Look for any paint designed for metal such as Crown, Hammerite or Ronseal with a finish such as gloss, satin or eggshell. Painting For an optimum finish, radiator painting should be carried out in this specific order.
1. Use the edge of a 2 inch brush, paint the edges first.
2. Then move onto the face. On the front, work in small sections, start with the mouldings,

Whether you are a homeowner looking to put their property on the market, a landlord looking to attract new tenants or an investor looking to generate the best return on your investment, we’ll show you some simple home décor tips to help you stage your property. Spending more money on your property may seem like the wrong thing to do, but the extra investment could make your home stand out and win you a quick sale. So, let’s look at some of the best home décor tips for making your house more saleable.

Refresh your walls

When was the last time that you updated the colour scheme of the rooms in your house? Chances are it’s a lot longer than you think. And, while bold and vibrant colours may be your preference, it’s probably worth opting for more neutral colours for your redecorating as this help to provide a blank canvas and make it easier for the new owner to visualise living in your property.

And, while painting your own house may seem like a great way to save money,

How to paint your front door without removing it

Tip: Leave your front door open to let the paint dry so make sure you pick a warm spring day with no rain forecast.

Step 1. Remove the door hardware

Unscrew all the fixtures on your door including the number and letterbox. It’s much easier to remove these completely than have to paint around them. Whatever you don’t remove cover with masking tape or decorator’s tape to protect it from paint.

If you have glass panels, use decorator’s tape to stick newspaper over the top so you don’t accidentally get paint on them.

Tip: tape the screws and fixtures together this will help you in the long run so your spending ages finding the right pairs when you have to reattach them.

Step 2. Clean the door

Use a diluted general purpose household cleaner to scrub your door. Remove any debris, grease and dirt and then rinse it

When it comes to getting paint on large surfaces at high speed, you can't beat a paint roller. And now, PaintWell is one of the few companies in the United Kingdom to stock 24" rollers – high-capacity paint rollers that were historically used to paint the sides of ships!

So read on to find out more about our paint poles and rollers – you'll have your decoration project completed and ship-shape in no time!

Paint Rollers

From the very small to the extra-wide, we stock a huge selection of paint roller pads that are suitable for any project. We currently carry:

Tiny Rollers – between two and 2.5 inches wide, these tiny paint rollers are suitable for applying paint to narrow surfaces such as sills and frames

How to paint skirting boards

Before you begin

What colour should I paint my skirting boards?

The first decision you will need to make is the which colour to paint your skirting boards.

Darker skirting boards tend to look more modern and contemporary and dark colours easily hide any marks and dust and lighter skirting boards will make the room feel bigger. Whereas lighter colours can provide colour and brighten a natural dark room whilst providing a crisp and airy effect effect

Gloss finishes are harder wearing than other finishes, so are well suited to skirting boards. If you don’t want the full gloss effect, satin finishes are subtler but can still cope with knocks and scratches.

Tip

You should paint your walls first and your skirting boards last. By painting a wall beforehand, you’ll avoid

How to paint a metal garage door - Using Hammerite

Useful tip: We advise painting your metal garage door on a dry day with temperatures above 10 degrees. This ensures the paint will dry correctly and your endeavour won't be wasted. If you’re painting a brand new garage door, it may already have a powder or primer coat so you can skip ahead to step five.

Step 1. Remove old paint Lay down a dust sheet and put on a mask and goggles to protect yourself from dust. To help you get the best finish on your door, you need to get rid of blistering, flaking or bubbling paint. Use a flat scraper to remove the old paint so the surface is smooth. For the rest of the door, use a piece of 180 grit sandpaper and quickly rub down the surface. Open the door and do the same to the edges.

Step 2. Clean the door Use a sugar soap solution and sponge to clean the door and remove