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How to Paint Metal
Painting can revamp many surfaces, including metal objects such as chairs, bed frames and handrails. As with any DIY project, it is important to be fully prepared; this will minimise mistakes and ensure the longevity of the handiwork. As it is a material prone to...

How to Paint a Room Like a Pro
Painting a room is one of the most common home DIY tasks. It doesn’t require an in-depth knowledge of decorating techniques; however, knowing a few tricks of the trade will make a successful painting project far more likely. With a good plan of action, the room will...

Decorating – A Guide to Choosing the Right Paint
Picking a colour is just the beginning when choosing the right paint for a home renovation project. There are many different types of paint to consider and the choice could have a big impact on the character of the room and the mood it creates. Mistakes can be costly...

2020 Painting and Decorating Trends
Burgeoning decorating trends of 2020 suggest that the onus will be on tones and textures which bring mellow warmth into our homes. Bold shades of burnt orange, terracotta, buttery tan and ochre teamed with tactile textures on furniture and accessories will provide a...

Christmas Colour Schemes and Festive Decorating Ideas
Traditional Christmas colour schemes such as red, gold and green made way for a kaleidoscope of multi-coloured lights, tinsel and decorations in the 1980s. The decade was defined by bold colour and style which came even more alive at Christmas. However, people today...

Wallpaper Trends in 2019
Wallpaper has never gone out of fashion, but it has had a difficult time overcoming its reputation as an intimidatingly permanent design choice. Despite previously being labelled old-fashioned and somewhat nostalgic, wallpaper has once again been embraced by the...

Painter and Decorator Health and Safety
Painting and decorating services are frequently in demand, as most construction projects will require professional finishing. Working in the industry is satisfying and rewarding, but safe methods of work should always be followed to minimise risks of accident or...

Living Coral –The New Favourite Colour of Interior Designers
Interior designers and professional painters and decorators, such as Scott Anson Painters, have great insight into the prevailing trends within their industry. One of the most important shifts in 2019 is the move away from cool greys – and a stark, minimalist...

Top Tips for Painting a New Build Home
It makes sense to want to decorate a new build home. It's a great opportunity to put a personal stamp on a property. There are also some occasions when problems that happened during the building process make it necessary to decorate. Many people find it easier to...

Colour Trends to Know About in 2019
Decorating a home can be a daunting task but it's also an essential one at times. For instance, decorating a new home helps to put a personal stamp on it and in a current home, decorating can create a whole new vibe. For anyone who wants the benefits of a redecorated...