Painting

Accidentally ripping paint off one of your walls is not a good feeling, and unfortunately, many of us have been there. It’s all too easy to tear away paint when…

If you’re thinking of painting any surface, you’ll know that you need to sand it before you can prime it – but what about sanding it after priming? This might…

Have you ever put a second coat of paint on a wall (or another surface) and been startled by how different the surface looks once the second coat has dried?…

If you’re in the process of choosing the perfect new paint color for your home (or for other DIY projects), you need to understand exactly how the paint is going…

Have you got some painted areas that have seen better days? Paint is a fantastic and versatile material, but it doesn’t last forever – and once it starts to deteriorate,…

Sanding is probably the most important part of preparing a surface to be painted. It removes grease and imperfections, gives you a flat, smooth surface to work with, and creates…

Have you ever wondered whether you can put paint on concrete while it’s wet? It’s not often advisable to put paint on a surface that isn’t clean and dry, because…

Air-dry clay is a fantastic crafting medium and a lot of people use it to create homemade crafts. Because you don’t need a kiln to fire it, it’s much more…

If you’re painting outdoors or even in your home, you probably sometimes encounter a damp surface, and wonder whether you really need to let it dry before you can apply…

Whether it’s to add a pop of color to your wardrobe or to brighten up your living space you may be wondering how to use paint on fabric. More than…