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Why Cracks in Ceilings Happen – and What to Do About Them

Long crack in ceiling extending down the wall, passing through the coving, indicating possible settlement or load stress.

Noticed a hairline fracture or sagging section above your head? While repainting with ceiling paint can refresh tired surfaces, cracks can signal deeper problems. Let’s explore what those cracks mean, when to worry, and how to fix them.   Common Causes of Ceiling Cracks Bedroom paint solutions can help conceal surface flaws, but they won’t fix structural issues. It’s important ...

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Transform Your Bedroom with Green

Refined, modern bedroom with deep green walls and complementary wooden furniture

Looking to refresh your bedroom without major renovations? A tin of green paint could be all you need. This versatile colour blends comfort, elegance, and calm with a strong link to nature. Whether bold or understated, green makes a bedroom feel peaceful and personal. Why Green Works So Well Green symbolises balance, renewal, and tranquillity. That’s why it suits bedrooms ...

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What Colour Is Taupe?

Elegant living room with taupe walls, a white fireplace, bookshelves, and a neutral-toned sofa beside a large window.

Ever felt drawn to a shade that’s calm, natural, and effortlessly stylish? It could be the workhorse of wall paints—taupe. Quiet and understated, this colour blends brown and grey into a neutral that works in almost any room or outdoor setting. Taupe doesn’t shout for attention. Instead, it adds balance and warmth while keeping a space grounded. Think of soft ...

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All In: Colour Drenching – The Ultimate Guide

A bedroom fully painted in deep green with matching wall panelling, bedframe, ottoman, and window dressing, featuring a geometric abstract painting above the bed.

  What Is Colour Drenching?   Imagine grabbing a single tin of paint – let’s say a deep green – and then just… not stopping. You paint the walls. You roll right up over the skirting boards. You take it over the doors, the trim, the ceiling, the radiator. If there’s a piece of furniture sitting still long enough, that ...

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Feature Walls and the Quickest Way to Get Standout Results

You don’t need to redecorate an entire room to give it a fresh feel. Sometimes, one well-chosen wall is all it takes. A feature wall can completely change the way a space looks and feels—without the time, mess, or cost of a full room makeover. With the right wall paint, it’s a project you can often finish in a single ...

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Paint It Black – The Cheat Code For Your Interior Doors

A black interior door in a modern home, leading to an inviting living room.

Have you ever looked at your home and felt something was missing? You’ve refreshed your walls, updated your flooring, and styled every corner of your home—yet your doors remain overlooked. Here’s the simple, secret cheat code: painting your wooden doors black. This simple DIY upgrade transforms your space, adding depth, contrast, and a touch of sophistication that makes everything else ...

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Too Hot to Handle? Here’s How to Paint a Radiator Like a Pro

A person using a paintbrush to apply white paint to a metal radiator.

Radiators work hard to keep spaces warm, but their chipped, yellowing surfaces can be an eyesore. Radiator paints transform them into standout features. It doesn’t just enhance their appearance; it also protects against rust and extends their life. In homes, a well-finished radiator can match a sleek modern interior or complement vintage charm. In businesses – from cafés to offices ...

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Olive Green: The Timeless Shade That Works Everywhere

A fresh olive green-painted wall with a minimalist shelf and decorative white plant pots.

Olive green isn’t just another colour – it’s a workhorse. It transforms spaces, suits any style, and pairs beautifully with wood, stone, and metal. Whether you’re sprucing up a living room, refreshing a restaurant, or adding character to an outdoor space, this rich, natural shade delivers. And with high-performance olive green paints from Rawlins Paints available for virtually any surface, ...

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