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Man sanding a wall

As we always say, preparation is key! Behind every good paint job is good preparation. Today we are going to share our top 5 tips on how we recommend you prep your walls for painting. 1) Removing wallpaper If you are planning to remove wallpaper and instead paint your walls, there are a couple of […]

Rocks painted with a Christmas theme

How to paint rocks

Posted on in For the Garden, How To Guides

Painting rocks has become very popular – especially in recent years. It’s an activity that easy to do and fun for all ages. Although you can paint rocks for personal use, it has also become a community game. You may have noticed some brightly coloured rocks around when on a walk in your local parks […]

Flooring being finished with wood oil

How to treat parquet flooring

Posted on in Wood Care

Treating your parquet flooring with Owatrol Oleofloor will ensure it is beautiful, warm and inviting for many years to come. Oleofloor is a water-based wood oil finish enriched with vegetable oil, combined with polyurethane resins. It enhances the natural beauty of the wood with a deep, rich, warm feel to any wooden floor. Its excellent […]

Canal boats

Best way to clean boat canvas

Posted on in Marine

Having your fabrics fresh and clean from any dirt or mildew build up really makes a difference in the lifespan of your boat canvas. But what is the best way to clean boat canvas? To keep your covers and sails in top condition, it is recommended that you clean them with a dowsing of soapy […]

Narrow boat ready for storage

Winter boat storage tips

Posted on in Marine

The colder months mean it is that time of year again when boats need to be pulled from the water to be safely stored over Winter. But how and where should you store your boat? There are a variety of ways and places you can do so, each with their pros and cons. Boat storage […]

Contemporary white kitchen

Best paint for kitchen cabinets

Posted on in Decorating

Whilst replacing your kitchen cabinets is a fantastic way to revive the look of your kitchen and give it a makeover, it is not very cost-effective. However, there is another easy (and much cheaper) option to give your kitchen cabinets a new lease of life; by painting them! Although it may seem like a daunting […]

clean and bright gelcoat

Yacht maintenance checklist

Posted on in Marine

If you own a yacht, we’re sure you are aware of how much they cost! Maintaining your boat is not only a good idea for safety purposes, but it will also increase the boat’s longevity. There is a wide variety of things you can do to make sure your boat stays in tip-top condition. Some […]

House plans

You may be surprised to learn that there are a wide variety of things you can do to your home without the need for planning permission. From simply adding a garden space all the way to installing a swimming pool, we will take you through our top 10 things you can do to your house/garden […]