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Understanding Colour Psychology
Often when someone is selecting a colour to paint a room or their home, they're likely to settle on a hue that appeals to them and think no more of it. Subconsciously, however, colours have a psychological effect that can affect our moods and feelings. Colours can...

The Dangers of Lead Paint in the Home
Lead paint may not have been used in homes built in the UK since the 1980s, but that does not mean it isn’t still be a problem. Lead can still be present in paint if it was applied pre-1980s. Professionals like Scott Anson Painters are used to dealing with problems...

Make Your Home a Better Place to Live Using Colour Psychology
Colour can make a big difference to the way a person feels in their home; the shades that are chosen when decorating have a direct effect on mood. Professional painters and decorators such as Scott Anson Painters know how important colour psychology can be when it...

Protecting Walls with a Range of Specialist Coating Options
Both exterior and interior walls in homes and commercial buildings are prone to all sorts of damage and problems. This can end up not only proving very costly over time, but also representing potential hazards in some cases such as damp. It is important to look at...

Using Contrasting Colours to Add Character to Your Home
There are many people who like to opt for neutral colours throughout their home when it comes to walls, flooring, and furniture. Neutral colours can look stylish, elegant and timeless, as well as being calming. In addition, they help to make rooms look lighter and...

The Importance of Using RPE for Painting Projects
There are many people who become involved in interior or exterior painting, whether as a DIY project or on a professional level. It is important to remember that there are hazards associated with this type of work, such as the damage that can be caused by paint fumes....

Choosing the Right Colours to Create a Relaxed Ambiance in Your Home
The home is a place where people should be able to relax and unwind, and a key part of creating the right atmosphere is to choose the right colours for the home. A lot of people have no idea about the colours they should go for when it comes to the key rooms in the...

Residential Painting
Residential painting is a service offered by painters and decorators for clients who want to give their homes a professional paint job. Also known as house painters, these experts can paint both the interior and exterior of the home. House painters are able to improve...

Colour Trends for 2019
The edgy colour palette of last year has made way for a more mindful approach to colour in 2019. This year’s colour trends appear to have unified the mental demands of modern life, increased digital engagement and the need for sanctuary in the home. Paint brands and...

Health and Safety: Asbestos
Painting and decorating includes various health and safety hazards and the work can involve exposure to numerous potentially dangerous substances. Workers face many risks during routine tasks including the mixing and preparation of primers and undercoats. Perhaps the...