How Many Years Does Exterior Paint Last?
The life of exterior paint depends on the type of paint, surface preparation, the direction the facade faces and the cli…
Application, Renovation & Decoration Guide
274 guides on wallpaper, glass textile and Italian paint application, home renovation and decoration
How Long Does an Office Renovation Affect Staff?
Small office refurbishments take a few days and a full floor 2 to 4 weeks; out-of-hours planning shortens the time staff…
In a Home Renovation, What Comes First: Paint, Floor or Kitchen?
First the rough work in kitchen and bathroom, then the first coats of paint, then units and flooring, and the final coat…
What Is the Difference Between Marmorino and Travertine Effect?
Marmorino recalls polished marble, travertine effect recalls porous natural stone. Grain size and the way it is worked m…
How Is Textile Wallpaper Hung?
Textile wallpaper forgives no mistakes: the wall is primed in one colour, the paste follows the label and no paste touch…
How Can You Tell a Quality Wallpaper?
Price does not reveal a quality wallpaper; the backing, the weight, the sharpness of the print and the durability symbol…
What Determines the Price of Exterior Painting?
The price depends on facade area, the condition of the surface, the paint system chosen and scaffolding or access; a cor…
What Should You Consider Before Starting an Office Renovation?
Before an office renovation, settle the building rules, the layout, power and data needs, acoustics and the working sche…
Where Should You Start a Home Renovation?
A renovation starts with a list of needs: first write what will be done, then settle the budget, survey, priorities and …
Why Is Italian Paint More Expensive Than Standard Paint?
Italian paint costs more because labour, not material, sets the price: flawless preparation, coat after coat by trowel, …
What Is the Difference Between Textile and Standard Wallpaper?
On textile wallpaper the surface is real yarn or fabric; on standard wallpaper the design is printed. Differences in bui…
What Do the Symbols on a Wallpaper Label Mean?
The wave, sun, arrow and brush marks on a roll label tell you how the wallpaper can be cleaned, whether it fades in sunl…