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Painting Ideas & Advice

One of the easiest ways to add colour and character to your home is with paint. Plus, painting a wall is quick and easy to do on a budget. Whether you're looking for interior paint ideas that will add texture and depth to your space, or advice on how to paint a ceiling, we've got all you need to know. Our inspirational articles will give you insight into the latest paint trends, whilst our buying guides will help you find the right paint for the job. Once you've found the right colour palette, our how to articles will give you a comprehensive guide on how to get your paint job done properly. Add a splash of colour and fun to your home today by reading our guide on how to paint a wall two colours. Alternatively, if you're looking for something a little more subtle, check out our guide on how to paint a radiator. Whatever you're looking for, use our painting ideas and advice guides to get creative with paint today.

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What's new in paint

From golden yellows to playful pinks, our new selection of interior, exterior, and renovation paint will leave you spoilt for choice. See what's new in at B&Q.

How to store paint

Save money and minimise wastage by storing paint correctly for future use. In this guide, we give you step-by-step instructions on how to store paint and paint brushes.

Spotlight On: Farrow & Ball

Farrow & Ball has long been known for its luxurious paint finishes and characterful colour names, and Autumn 2022 sees the launch of 11 new exciting colours.

Naturéa paint buying guide

Naturéa by GoodHome is rooted in the respect for nature. This water-based paint contains resins made from renewable bio-sourced materials.

Your guide to choosing the right paint for your room

A fresh lick of paint can totally transform your indoors. We'll help you choose the right colour paint in the right finish for your next home makeover project.

How to paint your wall like a pro

Are your walls in desperate need of a refresh? Have you been staring at flaking and faded paint in despair, but you're not sure where to start? What if we told you that you could have walls yo...

Prepping your walls for painting

It’s worth spending a little extra time and care over prepping your walls before you paint, as you’ll get a much better finish.

GoodHome emulsion paint buying guide

It can be easy to get overwhelmed with the different types of paints available. But by choosing the right features for the right room, you can end up with the perfect finish that lasts longer.

GoodHome renovation paint buying guide

Furniture, kitchen cabinets and even flooring will need a spruce-up once in a while. Our GoodHome renovation paint range helps you to do just that.

GoodHome outdoor paint buying guide

From masonry paint to decking stains, and a whole host of vibrant garden colours – our GoodHome exterior paint will help you to refresh your outdoor space.

8 interior paint trends for 2023

If you’re looking to brush up on the latest paint colours and designs, we’ve got you covered.

Exterior paint buying guide

Paint isn't just for indoors. Get creative and bring colour, style, and character to your outdoor space. Find the right exterior paint for the task at hand.

Get creative with paint

Embrace your inner artist with techniques that are easy to recreate. From ombre to geometric, you don’t need to be an expert to fill your home with colour.

How to paint a ceiling

You probably don't spend much time looking at your ceiling, but take a moment to give it a glance. It takes up a sixth of your space so let's give it some TLC.

How to paint a radiator

If your radiator is looking a little tired, give it a fresh lick of paint to freshen it up. Radiator paint is durable and protects against everyday knocks.

How to paint a wall two colours

Why choose one colour when you can have two? Think outside the box and paint your wall two colours with this helpful DIY painting guide.

How to paint a wooden window frame

A tired looking window stands out even more next to a freshly painted wall. We'll show you how to repaint and freshen up your windows in just one day.

How to paint ceilings & walls with a paint sprayer

Using a powered paint sprayer is a quick and efficient way to paint a room. The preparation time might feel longer, but the short time it takes to apply the paint quickly makes up for this.

How to paint tiles

Are you tired of the look of your tiles? Give them a new look by cleaning, re-grouting and painting them. Our helpful video will walk you through the steps.

How to paint, varnish & stain a door

If your doors are looking worse for wear, and could do with a little refresh, repainting or re-varnishing them will give them a new lease of life.

How to recycle paint & paint cans

It can be surprising how many different types, and colours, of paint we all use when decorating our homes.

Dulux Weathershield paint picker

Choosing paint for the outside of your home can be daunting. Our guide to the Dulux Weathershield range will help you pick the best products for your project.

How to paint a garage floor

Learn how you can transform the look of your garage by adding a fresh coat of paint to the floor.
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