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A lasting finish
Colour can be one of the most important elements to introduce into the design of a home
Fun & free
The third and final palette ‘Free Spirit’ is a fun trend evoking a sense of faded 1980s Miami glamour. Combining coral, orange and aqua tones against a backdrop of luxury details, Free Spirit includes the use of quirky shapes to punctuate walls. This palette is ‘non-conforming’ and is all
about choosing things which are loved and cherished to create a pleasing atmosphere. It is a trend which provides a creative space to cel- ebrate individuality. There are no rules, and glamorous accessories will only add to the look. The bright clear colours are full of energy and
combine to create a playful feel. This is a palette which would work particularly well in a bed- room, or even a child’s room.
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It’s not only the choice of colour that matters when decorating. The quality of the product plays an important role – choosing a product that has been around for a long time means it will have years of knowledge and experience behind it. A good paint product will feature high performance formulations and exceptional dura- bility and longevity, to ensure colourful projects stand the test of time. Some products include scrubbable finishes,
which means colour choices are not constrained by performance, and greater time can elapse before a project needs redecorating. Along with the choice of quality products,
another useful element to consider when intro- ducing colour into the home is the advances made in technology to make a project run smoothly. Apps such as MyRoomPainter enable self-
builders to visualise colour choices. Designed to enable users to create instant schemes while using a smartphone or mobile tablet, these apps can show how any palette will look in situ. These kinds of apps can illustrate how an
area will look once decorated in any spectrum of shades, including exterior walls, wood and metal. They can also contain additional features such as colour-matching functions and paint cal- culators to calculate the precise amount of paint required for individual projects. Some also offer inspirational libraries, giving
viewers even more opportunities to consider colour choices. Furthermore, projects can be saved and shared online, so options can be viewed time and time again and sent out to all interested parties, enabling people to collabo- rate together to curate something really special.
Kathryn Lloyd is Crown Paints’ colour specialist Enq. 146
Paint Away – The Ultimate Paint Stripper!
Stripping paint and varnish from surfaces can be a difficult and laborious task, requiring time, patience and a lot of elbow grease. Everbuild – A Sika Company now have the answer to this age old problem with the arrival of Paint Away®
–the ultimate paint and varnish stripper.
The new triple strength, non-drip formula of Paint Away can remove up to three layers of paint or varnish from masonry, wood, metals and most common building substrates in just one easy and fast application. Simply brush the gel on to the painted area, leave for 20 minutes and watch as the paint begins to blister and crack, before scraping the area to fully remove. Available in 750ml tins with 10 per cent extra free, Paint Away can be used with most paints and varnishes on both vertical and horizontal applications. For further information on Paint Away or any other product in the Everbuild or Sika ranges, contact your local sales representative, call the sales office or visit the website.
0113 240 2424
www.everbuild.co.uk Enq. 148 selfbuilder & homemaker
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