We recently had an interview with a professional painter decorator, Richard, who explains what really goes on in the decorating world. Introduce yourself and your company Hi, my name is Richard Drew owner of Drew Décor. We specialise in decorating domestic properties, both interior and exterior. From modern homes to Victorian homes we have worked on […]
This guide to buying paint brushes will help you understand the difference in brushes and which ones will be better suited for your particular project. With so many different types of brushes in a variety of bristle materials, it can be very confusing as to which brush/s you require. Types of brushes Standard brush Available […]
Painting and decorating may seem simple at first glance, but there are many things that can easily be overlooked. This could easily result in an entire project needing to be re-done. When you do something as important as painting or redecorating, you want to make sure you do a good job. Generally speaking, the colour/s […]
Does your canal boat blacking need a touch-up? Perhaps you’re a new boat owner and you’re not sure what you need to do? Then take a look at our guide to hull boat blacking to find out! Blacking your hull is something that is necessary as it is a way of maintaining the condition of […]
Some may find it very daunting when you need to downsize from a house to a boat. However, it can be easier than you think! Today we are going to share some of our top tips to help you. Start early This is a great way to make sure you don’t make any rash decisions. […]
Have you found mould patches along your walls or ceilings? Are you unsure of how to get rid of it for good? Many people struggle with mould problems in their homes and sadly, if left untreated, it can cause all sorts of problems. What is mould & why do I have it? Mould is a […]
This post has been written by Drew Decor who have been using Owatrol Oil for some time now on a variety of projects. They wanted to share a recent project with us where their client had a lot of work that needing doing on the exterior window frames and sills, front door and canopy, garage […]
Every first-time buyer can feel overwhelmed by all the various possibilities of what they can do with their new home. So, attending interior design shows can really help you realise how you want your new home to look. There are so many interior design shows out there, but which ones are relevant to first-time buyers? Here’s […]
If you own a narrowboat we are sure you are aware of the limitation of space. We have compiled a top 10 list of storage ideas to help you make the most out of your space! Clever storage ideas are a must to really maximise your space. You will need to really look and think […]
Are you going to be spending the Christmas on the waterways? Then you need to be prepared and remember that it will be a little bit different from a traditional Christmas spent inside a house. Obviously, there will be limited space and so having a large number of people won’t really be possible. You could […]
