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Ever been stuck at a point in a project, and you need some help, NOW? Then peruse the vast range of blog topics, and you might find the solution to your problem. You could also find sources of inspiration and tackle something you didn’t think you could previously do.
Our DIY guides, provide practical, easy-to-follow instructions and advice for all paint jobs around your home.
Restore, Repurpose And Renew Old Furniture
So much of what we buy these days is mass-produced and quite often doesn’t last the test of time. Sometimes it is worth looking at an older piece of furniture to consider restoring or re-purposing instead of something new. With the popularity of retro and...
Can You Paint Galvanised Iron Or Steel?
The sliding panel, roof flashing, and steel walkways are all made of galvanised iron. Yes, they’re everywhere. Even some of your furniture is made of this material. And just like everything else, you’d like the option to paint furniture made of steel. But wait, is...
How to Chalk Paint
This DIY video show you how to transform an old piece of furniture into a shabby chic statement piece with chalk paint! In just five easy steps, we will show you what you need to complete this DIY project, how to prep the old piece of furniture and how to apply...
How To Get Paint Off The Ceiling
Nothing screams “makeover” more than painting your room! But going the DIY route has its own pitfalls. For example, you may accidentally splatter paint on your ceiling or other walls. Don’t get too worked up. It happens to the best of us. But there is some good...
How To: Care For Your Wood Decks, Finishes and Furniture
Source: Sikkens Here at Paint Place, we carry a huge range of wood care products to help you care for your decks, timber finishes such as doors, skirting boards and balusters, and even wooden furniture! With all that winter entertaining coming up, this is the time...
Making a River Table using Liquid Glass
Preparation:Read the following information Guide or visit your local Paint Place who can help you run through the these steps so you can produce your own fantastic resin artwork. We recommend you practice with some smaller pieces before doing a major work. Making a...
Marine Care With Paint? It’s Possible!
You may not hear the words “caring for your boat” and “paint” in the same sentence all too often, but there are huge benefits of keeping your pride and joy slick and shiny with the right marine coating. Not just there to keep her looking pretty, marine paints are a...
How To Fix Paint Chips On A Wall
You can’t deny that a paint chip on your perfectly painted wall is absolute torture! Dents and chips are natural if your paint has faced a few years of its life. But don’t sweat it. With a few tools and tricks, knowing how to fix paint chips on a wall is going to...
How To Get Paint Off Tiles
Maybe you were singing a song while repainting your surface. Suddenly your hand slipped, and the paintbrush touched the tile you didn’t want it to touch. Disaster alert! Now before you start crying or getting all frustrated, take a deep breath. This is common, and...
How To Dispose Of Turpentine
Accidents happen. As Mothers always warn you not to play with fire, we’ll advise you today not to play with the turpentine. So, if you’ve recently painted over the wall of your house, there is a high chance that you have turpentine in your house. But, is it best...
Learn How To Oil A Deck
When a house is lived in, it becomes a home. However, over time, your home will face wear and tear. Your deck is no exception to that. If your deck is starting to look like it’s seen better days, don’t worry. This blog will teach you how to oil a deck, and much...
How To Paint A Fence
Even though it’s the inside that matters, it’s the outside that catches the eye first. The same can be said about your home. If the exterior of your home looks unkempt, learning how to paint a fence may be just the fix you need. This blog will show you how to do...