Week 3

Decorating

The idea of dusting of the rollers and the paint trays and embarking on an interior decorating project is one that puts fear in the hearts of many. However, as week 3 of National Home Improvement Month hits, that’s exactly what we want you to do! Week 3 is all about the little things we can do to decorate our homes and make them the most beautiful they can be. Interior decorating is all about colour – so how about starting with the basics by painting a feature wall? Red can bring warmth and intimacy to any living room, while grey can help to make a room feel calm and serene. Or, if you fancy something a little more challenging, why not try your hand at some DIY furniture upcycling or add some stylish tiles to your kitchen or bathroom. The world, and your home, is your oyster!

Our decorating partners are primed and ready to help your small change make a big difference in your home. Harris brushes can help you get that silky-smooth finish with their strong bristle brushes, and Valspar's huge range of pre-selected and mixable colours will add a splash of brightness to any room. For statement pieces, furniture painting projects and those pesky skirting boards, you can rely on Frog Tape and Duck Tape to help make you a painting pro. Even the smallest of changes, like updating your light switches with Schneider Electric, can do wonders to your home!

How to Prepare Walls for Painting

Who wants to spend valuable time decorating their home, only to get to the finished result and find lumps, bumps and cracks on the wall? Nobody! Watch Harris’ wall preparation video to see how to prepare your wall before painting, in order to avoid this.

How to Paint an Interior Wall

Once you’ve prepared your wall, it’s time to decorate! Watch Harris’ interior wall decorating video to see how to cut in properly to get those neat edges. Pick up some hints too, making the job easier for you!

How to Paint with Rollers

So it’s time to decorate but first, you need to make sure you have the right tools for the right job! Watch Harris’ painting with rollers video to check which roller you need for the job and how to prepare beforehand in order to get the perfect finish from the correct sleeve.

How to Paint Window Frames

Onto the tougher areas! Window frames can be tricky with so many edges to look out for. Watch Harris’ painting window frames video where they show you how to prepare the surface based on it's current condition, and what to use to give you the best control and the best finish.