Rawlins Paints Blog Industrial Paint Tips, Guidelines & DIY Articles

Planning to paint, varnish, stain, or treat a room? Before you start, you need to know exactly how much area you’re working with. Getting the right square meterage ensures you buy the right amount of materials, avoid wastage, and stick to your budget. Whether you’re decorating walls, painting a floor, or calculating an area for varnishing, this guide will take ...

Let’s talk about that garden gate. It’s not just there to keep the dog from escaping or to politely suggest that the postman stays on his side of the property – it also makes a first impression. And if it’s seen better days – peeling, rusting, or looking like it might just fall over if you sneeze too hard – ...

  Why Boring, Rusty Radiators Deserve a Makeover   Radiators are the workhorses of home heating, but let’s be honest – most of them aren’t winning any design awards. That chipped, yellowing finish? It’s doing your interior no favours. The good news? A fresh coat of radiator paint can transform that eyesore into an eye-catching feature. Not only does it improve ...

Let’s be honest – wet rooms are brutal on walls and floors. Standard paints and coatings don’t stand a chance against constant moisture, high humidity, and the ever-present battle against mould. That’s where internal tanking products come in. Think of them as the armour your walls need to keep water where it belongs. These coatings create a waterproof barrier, stopping ...

  Why Wall Filler is Essential for a Smooth Finish   Walls endure constant use. Everyday life brings accidental knocks, shifting furniture, home renovations, and enthusiastic DIY projects that don’t always go as planned. Over time, cracks, dents, and holes from picture hooks or shelving units start to show. While they may seem minor, these imperfections affect the overall look ...

  Choosing the Right Paint for Your Kitchen   Your kitchen is one of the busiest and most demanding spaces in any home, requiring paints that can endure constant exposure to heat, moisture, grease, and frequent cleaning. Ordinary interior wall paints lack the durability needed, making it essential to choose specialist formulations that provide enhanced protection against stains, scrubbing, and ...

  Why Colour Matching Matters   Getting the right colour match is key for any paint job, whether you’re freshening up a space, finishing a new build, or keeping a brand’s look consistent across different locations. Using paint samples ensures well-matched colours that enhance the appearance of spaces, making surfaces like walls and ceilings feel polished and professional. Slight mismatches ...

Applying a mist coat is a crucial step when painting new plaster, yet many DIYers and even professionals make costly mistakes. Skipping or incorrectly applying a mist coat can lead to peeling paint, uneven finishes, and a paint job that doesn’t last. In this guide, we’ll cover the biggest mist coat mistakes and how to avoid them for a flawless ...