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Which paint brush should I use?Brush shapes and sizes should be matched to the job - wide brushes for large, flat surfaces like walls and ceilings, narrow ones for narrow surfaces like cornice, mouldings and trim. |
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Which paint roller do I need?The main difference between paint rollers is the pile or nap (thickness and length of material that covers the roller), as well as the material used for the nap. Most rollers are covered in either synthetic or wool and there can be a big difference in price between these two. |
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Using roof paintA cement tile roof is an affordable and attractive way to top off a house. This type of roof looks good for up to 10 years but the colour does tend to fade over time. The problem is solved by applying cleaning the roof tiles and applying a quality roof paint to ensure that your home looks good for many more years. |
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What is epoxy paint?Epoxy paint is a two-part paint product that was originally designed for industrial flooring application. Now available for residential use, epoxy paints provide a tough, durable protective coating that makes them easy to maintain. |
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Which paint is the right paint?Paint manufacturersare constantly developing paint products that are not only safer to use, but are also higher quality. Most of today's new paint products are lower in toxic chemicals, have less odour, and more eco-friendly. However, traditional paints also have their place, as do the highly specialist lines which allow us to paint almost anything. |
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Paint for concrete and cement pavingDespite its many wonderful attributes, concrete or cement products can be downright boring. Whether we are talking about a concrete verandah, a pathway or a driveway, there is something very uninspirational about the flat, dull look of grey concrete. |
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Choosing a paintbrushBy now you all know that I live to paint, so paint brushes are always at the top of my list, simply because they never seem to last in my house. I am constantly trying out new paintbrushes in the hope that someone will eventually invent one that doesn’t shed hair all over my newly painted wall or project. My interest piqued, I decided to try out the Addis range of paintware. |
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Care for your paintbrushesSpend a little more on quality paintbrushes that will provide a professional finish to your painting projects. With care and proper cleaning these brushes will last a long time. Here are some tips for using, cleaning and storing your paintbrushes: |
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