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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.
How To Spray Paint Evenly
Have you ever used spray paint? If you have, did it ever have too many splashes in one corner while the other spots were left empty? This happens due to the inability of being able to spray paint evenly. We know how annoying those moments can be. The uneven...
How To Choose Paint Colour
A few years ago, white walls were all the rage when decorating a home. The thought process was that white paint acts as a blank canvas, while also being a ‘safe option’. While all this is true, there is no need to be afraid of using colour as a backdrop in your...
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 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...
Can You Paint Over Render?
New render and new house. All you have left is the painting of your beautiful dream house. So, can you paint over render or not? About The Rendered Walls Before we even go anywhere near the painting, first, we should know about the render itself. Rendered walls...
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 Paint Copper
Any item made out of copper has a certain air of elegance to it. From copper vases to copper plates, these surely make a statement piece in your home. But here’s the catch, copper can lose its lustre. So, if you’re feeling bold and in need of a change, this blog...
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...
How To Spray Two-Pack Paint
Not all spray paints are the same; by chemical formation, application, and usability, there are quite some differences between each other. However, this blog is about spray painting using two pack or 2K paint. 2K paints most popular uses include painting automotive...
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...
Spring Paint Projects
Spring has sprung. It’s time for all the colours of the rainbow to blossom and all the animals to come out and play. So have you thought of adding some gorgeous colour to the inside of your home to uplift your mood and energy? Well, how does a Spring project sound...
How To Paint With A Roller
You really can’t deny the fact that painting a room brings new life into it. With so many colours and textures out there, you’re bound to find one that fits. But unless you’re ready to dish out a fortune to hire professional painters, the DIY route comes with its...