Interior Painting

Painting can be a tricky thing to do if you’re just starting out at DIY. The more confidence you get, the more techniques you can try to create different painting effects.

Level of difficulty:

• Intermediate

What you need:

• Dust sheet
• Newspaper
• Sponge or rag
• Detergent
• Putty filler
• Putty knife
• Trim paint brush
• Fine sandpaper
• Small pot
• Paint roller
• Paint tray
• Soap or white spirit

Basic steps:

1. Remove all furniture and carpet out of the room, or move to the middle of room.
2. Line old newspaper near the area where you’ll be painting.
3. Use a sponge or rag to wash away wall dust and debris with a detergent.
4. If there are cracks or holes in the wall, apply putty filler, let it dry and sand the surface.
5. Use a trim paint brush to paint the borders of light switches, sockets, doors or windows.
6. Pour paint into a roller tray and daub the roller in the tray until it is covered with paint.
7. Spread the paint vertically by rolling it up and down the wall at moderate speed.
8. Finish painting the wall with the roller.
9. Allow a few hours hours for the paint to dry before applying a second coat.
10. When you’ve done that, rub off excess paint from the brushes and wash/dry them.

If you are still struggling, or would prefer a feasible professional decorating touch, contact us today.

House Extension

With the property market subdued and limited access to mortgage finance, many home owners are looking to extensions as a feasible way of adding extra space without the hassle of moving. Households must ensure they get planning permission for extensions and that their architect’s design meets building regulations. They must also conduct a party wall survey to assess the impact of any work on neighbours’ homes.

Once all this is complete, getting the right builder for the job is ‘key’ to the project’s success.

Property owners should also ensure that builders are fully insured and that their own buildings policy will cover any accidental damage to either their own property or surrounding residences. On average an extension will typically cost between £40,000 and £60,000 to complete, although loft extensions can be carried out for around £30,000. Adding an extra bathroom and bedroom in a loft can increase a property’s value by up to 20%.

If you are based in Surrey, or surrounding counties, and need work doing around your property, finding reputable tradespeople can be difficult. With ACE-PINT you can make a confident decision. Our cooperative members are fully insured, vetted to our high standards, rated by clients, follow a strict Code of Conduct, and all of our work is guaranteed for your peace of mind. Plus, a leadership team of 8 experienced group directors, and methodical work procedures – ensure that standards, client expectations, and value for money are always priorities.

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