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u >LL| G L A S S J Tips on howto brush up on your painting


ISN.’T it time you brushed up your painting? Painting is the number one DIY job to be carried out over a weekend but all too-often the results can be disappointing. Poorly applied paint with runs and


patchy coverage can spoil what should be an enjoyable DIY project. But if you get it right, painting can give


you a lot of satisfaction. I t is the DIY job which most people say they enjoy, gives instant results - and with the right know­ how can be done in a professional way. Take painting a door, for example.-Doors


have a variety of faces, edges and mouldings that need to be painted separately, yet the' end result must look even in colour, with no ugly brush marks or heavily painted edges. The correct procedure for painting differ­ ent types of door will help you achieve the


desired effect. As always, preparation is vital. Make sure the door is clean and sound, having sanded down any flaking or rough areas. Remove the door handles and wedge the


. door open so that it cannot be closed, acci­ dentally locking you in the room. Keep the handles in the room with you, just in case. Paint the door and its frame separately, so that there is less chance of touching wet paintwork when passing through the freshly painted doorway. Paint the door first, then, when it is dry,


finish the framework. If you want to use a different colour for each side of the door,.,


Vpaint the hinged edge the colour of‘the dos­ ing face. Paint the outer edge bf the door the same colour as the opening face. This means that there will not be any difference in colour when the door is viewed from either side. When painting up to the edge of the door,


brush from the centre out. If you flex the bristles against the edge, the paint will run. Brushing across mouldings tends to flex the bristles unevenly and too much paint flows. Spread the paint well, taking special care at the comers of moulded panels. To paint a flush door, start at the top and


work down in sections, blending each one into the other. Lay on the paint, then finish each section with light vertical brush strokes. Finally, paint the edges. If your door is panelled, whatever style it


is, start painting the mouldings first, fol­ lowed by the panels. Then paint the rest of the door, finally painting the edge. ... ’ If you have glass panels in your door, take


extra care when painting up to the glass. A useful tip on how to achieve a satisfactory straight edge is to use a plastic or metal paint shield, holding it against the edge of the frame to protect the glass.


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done utilising the smallest of space. Taking the example of a typical three- bedroom home, it is in some cases possi­ ble to add a shower between two rooms where it will take up the same space as a fitted wardrobe. This gives you the benefit of an addi­ tional shower with very little demand


on space. You can now jump right out of bed straight into your hard-hitting power shower, while the bathroom is tied up by other members of the familyl Showers use considerably less water


than a bath so from an economical and ecological viewpoint they have an edge. Even the argument that showering is not as relaxing as bathing does not hold true any more with fitted seats, hydro-massage and back massage jets and aromatherapy being introduced to modem steam cabin units. Mr Paul Capstick, owner of a local


bathroom warehouse, says a shower enclo­ sure can be bought for as little as £449, making this a very cost-effective addition to your home. Showers range from as little as 60cm. by


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make showers easier to clean than ever before. So, shower or bath? Answer - both, if


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Laminate Floor Tiles- Another tip is to run masking tape around


the edges of the pane, leaving a slight gap so that the paint will seal the join between glass and frame. When the paint is touch-dry, carefully peel


off the tape. Do not wait until the paint is completely dry or it may peel off with the tape. Once it has set, use a sharp blade to scrape off any paint that has accidentally dripped on to the glass.


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QUESTION: How can I mark the centres


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paired with nostalgic 50s floral fab­ rics.' Ideal Homes Deputy Editor - Ailsa Macdonald concurs, saying


almost anything goes. Yet for our benefit she has managed to wittle all the various trends down to three major looks in her forthcoming issue - decadent luxury, English flo­ ral and new neutrals. • There is something for everyone


this season. With decadent luxury you have


an elegant, indulgent look made from rich fabrics, plums and reds, velvet and ribbon layered together to create an opulent feeling. I t is bolder, warmer and slightly nostal­ gic. If that is too daring then English


floral is a feminine country cottage feel. You can evoke this by using


blues, lilacs and creams with embroidery and trimming to con­ jure up a pastoral setting. This contrasts sharply with the


more urban new neutrals, which is all about a soft modem impression built from caramels, lace, leather and mock suede. Mixing seems to be'key in 2003


which is good if you want to use a bold design like voguish 60s geo­ metries but are slightly unsure. Try geometric wallpaper on one


big wall and natural subdued colours on the other walls to soften the impact. As ever, it is expensive to makeover wholesale so focus on the accessories. Just as a new throw can drastical­


ly alter the effect of an old sofa, some new cutlery can make a big impact. New bed linen can transform a


bedroom. So look out for florals in soft


grape combined with taupe and ivory.


For a more glamorous 1930s look,


layer satin quilted throws with sub­ tler tones, and prints in gold or red are very adventurous. For the more traditional person,


mix crisp white Egyptian cotton with floral prints for a classically English look, says buyer Sally Gra­ ham. With all the options available


there is certainly no excuse for lack of inspiration. English floral or new naturals,


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