A rotted window that needs to be repaired

Timbabuild vs Repair Care, which is better?

Which is better, Repair Care or Timbabuild? We let a real decorator give his independent evaluation of both products side by side

old yellow oil-based gloss next to new white water-based gloss

Has Oil Based Gloss Had its Day?

Oil-based gloss was once the most popular paint choice for woodwork in peoples’ homes. However, since the 2010 VOC restrictions, gloss has started to yellow very quickly. Moreover, it seems peoples’ tastes have changed. The more popular choice now is satinwood,...

how to spray a new build house

This professional decorator explains the easiest way to spray a new build house. This is a perfect guide for anyone new to spray painting

First Time Using Tikkurila Paint

Is Tikkurila all it's cracked up to be? Professional decorator Ray Horton gives us his review after his first time using Tikkurila

Wearing Whites as a Professional Decorator

Is wearing whites as a Professional Decorator important, or does it not matter? Mike Cupit and other professionals explain what they think.

Spraying Makes Sense When Decorating

A lot of decorators who haven't yet sprayed want to know whether spraying makes sense? This professional decorator explains the benefits

Water based Zinsser Allcoat Review

Professional decorator Allan Clark gives his full review of Zinsser water based Allcoat. Is it a paint worth using? Only one way to find out

Johnstone Acrylic Eggshell failing on plaster after being used to Mist Coat

Acrylic Eggshell to Mist Coat Plaster

Stick to what you know guys and girls!! Especially when it comes to applying a mist coat on new plaster! A lot of decorators now tell you to use the same emulsion as your topcoat to mist bare plaster, but it doesn't always work. I did a newly plastered ceiling...

Decorators Forum Painters Pitstop

We try to cater for everyone on the Decorators Forum UK, whether you’re a site basher, work on high end castles, an apprentice or a subbie!! We have loads of platforms to choose from, from Facebook to YouTube, all the way through to TikTok!! The Decorators Forum UK...

a bin bag in a scuttle of paint to stop flaking

Tackling Flaking paint in Scuttles

Tackling flaky paint when using a scuttle is one of the BIGGEST PROBLEMS TO EVER BURDEN THE DECORATING INDUSTRY. Here's what professionals do to remedy it

Valspar v700 Emulsion Reviews

As a brand, Valspar get a lot of mixed reviews from professional decorators. We thought we'd bring you the general consensus about the v700 emulsion

Problems With Valspar V700 Emulsion

Has anyone else had problems with Valspar V700 Emulsion in deep bases? This professional decorators certainly has! It's safe to say he isn't happy

Tikkurila Anti Reflex - one of the best white emulsion paints

Best White Emulsion for ceilings

We ran a poll on The Decorators Forum UK to determine once and for all the best white emulsion to use on ceilings. It was an absolute landslide!! According to professional decorators, Tikkurila Anti-Reflex is officially the very best product to use for the job....

Tips for Using Water-Based Paint on Woodwork

Professional Decorator Mike Cupit gives you his tips for using water-based paint on woodwork. These should make things easier for you.

1 Part Epoxy Floor Paint Vs 2 Part Epoxy

Sean Scott, manager director of vuba talks about one part epoxy floor paint vs two part epoxy floor coatings. Lets see what the experts have to say

Tip For Decorating Radiator Pipes

A Handy Tip For Decorating Radiator PipesRadiator pipes can be an eyesore, particularly if, like me, you take great pride in your decorating work. What is the answer? Do you paint them? Well, you could, but it isn’t ideal. For me, these little plastic tubes are...