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How to clean a roller sleeve and roller tray by removing the excess paint and washing them in clean cold water so that they stay in good condition and can be reused
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How to wash and rinse a paint brush thoroughly to remove all gloss, satin, undercoat or emulsion and how to maintain brushes in good condition.
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Guide to cleaning up after painting and decorating a room, with information on how to removing masking tape and clean the windows.
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Guide to preparing a room ready to paint and decorate. With advice on removing furniture, protecting the carpet and laying dust sheets.
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The secret of Danish oil is that the oils and resins soak into wood giving excellent protection of the surface and it doesn't craze or chip.
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How to identify distemper and other chalky or dusty surfaces which need sealing with stabilising solution before painting and decorating.
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How to get rid of dust before painting so that the best results are achieved and there are no bits in the paint work.
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Complete guide to filling holes and cracks in walls and ceilings using plaster filler or polyfilla. Mixing the filler and using a filling knife then sanding when dry to produce smooth results.
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Guide to repairing plasterboard, filling small and large holes with plasterboard and filler ready for painting and decorating.
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How to fill wood work ready for painting and decorating. Filling with filler or polyfilla and sanding for a smooth surface before re painting.
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How to use decorators caulk to fill gaps around edges and cracks in corners. The caulk is mounted in a caulking gun allowing and even bead to be delivered. Caulk is flexible, dries quickly, and can be over painted in an hour
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How to treat knots with knotting to prevent them bleeding or showing through paint with brown stains.
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How to mask up with masking tape before painting and decorating to protect carpet and edges as well as the glass in window frames.
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Guide to choosing paint and selecting the right type for different materials or surfaces. Details of oil, gloss, eggshell, satin and undercoat as well as vinyl, matt or silk emulsion and acrylic primer.
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Guide to paint and painting systems detailing the properties of gloss, satin and eggshell as well as matt and silk vinyl emulsion.
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Guide to painting ceilings covering preparation work, cutting in techniques, and how to apply paint with a roller for a smooth even finish.
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Diy instructions showing how to paint a door properly with details showing which edge and parts of the frame to paint in which order.
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Diy instructions showing how to paint a door properly with details showing sequence for painting flush and panel or panelled doors as well as the order.
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Step by step guide to the correct order for painting ceilings cornice woodwork and walls.
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Diy guide to painting radiators, dealing with removing rust priming and finishing with enamel paint.
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How to paint new skirting boards including knotting and priming before applying the finish or top coats.
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DIY Guide showing how to paint walls includes preparation work, cutting in techniques, and how to apply paint with a roller for a smooth even finish.
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Diy how-to on painting windows using a brush, showing how to paint correctly and achieve perfect brush mark free results and the order for painting the window frame.
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Diy how-to on painting windows using a brush, showing how to paint correctly and achieve perfect brush mark free results and the order for painting the frame.
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Diy how-to on painting windows using a brush, showing how to paint correctly and achieve perfect brush mark free results and the order for painting the frame.
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How to paint professionally with brushes and get a high quality finish without brush marks. Guide to putting paint on the brush and spreading evenly before laying off for a smooth result.
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DIY tips and help with painting skirtings, dado rails, fireplaces and stairs showing in which order to paint.
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How to prepare surfaces for painting and decorating to get a professional finish and long lasting results.
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Diy guide on preparation of new and old plaster walls and ceilings ready for painting and decorating, including information on sanding and washing down then sealing with a suitable primer.
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Diy guide on preparation of painted plaster or plasterboard walls and ceilings ready for painting and decorating. Including information on sanding and washing down then sealing with a suitable primer.
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Diy guide on preparation of distempered, dusty or papered walls and ceilings ready for painting and decorating. Including information on sanding and washing down then sealing with a suitable primer.
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Diy guide to preparation of new and old painted woodwork ready for painting and decorating. Including information on sanding and washing down then sealing with suitable primer.
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How to prime bare surfaces ready to receive paint coats, with details of primer types and their uses and properties.
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How to sand new wood and old paint for a smooth surface using sandpaper.
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How to prepare new wood and old paint with wet and dry sanding for a smooth surface.
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Choosing and colouring wood with dye showing how to prepare the surface and remove old wood stains.
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Step by step guide showing how to colour wood using dye whilst keeping its natural beauty. Details for preparing the surface and applying the dye with a brush or cloth
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There are two different ways of tackling this – either burning off, or using a chemical stripper.
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Guide to using chemical strippers to remove old layers of paint before re painting. Details of technique and use of stripping knives and scrapers.
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Our top ten tips for painting are designed to help you get better results and make your decorating job easier. This DIY guide includes preparation and masking tips as well as advice on cutting in, masking stains and decorators caulk.
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Step by step guide showing how to varnish to protect wood and show its natural beauty. Details for preparing the surface and applying the varnish.
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How to wash down paint to clean thouroughly ready for painting and decorating. Details of cleaners and use of sugar soap to remove grease and dirt.
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