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FAQs
What are flat, high gloss, satin and eggshell finishes?
Read more: What are flat, high gloss, satin and eggshell finishes?These labels refer to how reflective of light the various paint types are. High gloss, as the name suggests, is…
What colour should I choose?
Read more: What colour should I choose?It usually helps to visualise how the finished product will look upon completion. With that in mind, examine the colour…
Why should I buy a high-quality brush?
Read more: Why should I buy a high-quality brush?It will hold the paint better and minimize brush marks created when applying coats.
How can I best prepare my walls before painting?
Read more: How can I best prepare my walls before painting?The walls you plan to paint on should be clean and dry at a bare minimum. If the wall hasn’t…
Can you safely paint over denatured wood?
Read more: Can you safely paint over denatured wood?No. Failing to completely remove wood that has been exposed to weather and sunlight is a common cause of paint…
What is the best way to deal with dampness in walls?
Read more: What is the best way to deal with dampness in walls?If walls are damp, the source of the dampness needs to be found, e.g. broken rainwater pipes or defective pointing…
What is saponification?
Read more: What is saponification?Saponification occurs when oil-based paints are softened and liquefied by the alkali in plaster when moisture is present. Materials containing…
What are the main reasons for paint staining and discolouration on plaster?
Read more: What are the main reasons for paint staining and discolouration on plaster?Past water leaks or burst water pipes can cause water staining. Before repainting, ensure that the leak has stopped and…
What primer should be used on copper pipes which will be heated?
Read more: What primer should be used on copper pipes which will be heated?You don’t need a primer at all. After a thorough clean, apply one coat of a solvent-based product, thinned 10…
How do I deal with the problems of staining and discolouration of paint on wood?
Read more: How do I deal with the problems of staining and discolouration of paint on wood?There are different solutions for each of these problems. Staining caused by rust from old nails should be rubbed down…
Is there a simple way of dealing with powdery surfaces on outside paintwork?
Read more: Is there a simple way of dealing with powdery surfaces on outside paintwork?Powdery or chalky old paintwork is caused by the paint film wearing away due to exposure to weather. This natural…
I get a foaming and frothing effect when using a roller. What causes it?
Read more: I get a foaming and frothing effect when using a roller. What causes it?You’re using the wrong type of roller. For instance, if you use a sponge roller to apply water-based paints, air…
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