Rust-Oleum Green Furniture Paint in Satin Finish - All Green 750ml

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The inspection revealed evidence of Rising Dampness to be affecting the areas marked in red on the attached plan (I attach a copy of the plan). But times are changing, and coloured skirting boards are now a legitimate trend. What’s more, it’s not a difficult style to achieve. Simply choose our white-primed skirting boards, because they’re moisture-resistant and ready for an undercoat and gloss finish.

Where damp is the cause, things can be a little more complicated. Before the mould can be fully resolved, it will be necessary to first understand what causes damp and, secondly, to get to the bottom of what the underlying reason might be. Then, you can work out the best solution. They are also used for more decorative purposes, with homeowners including skirting board designs as part of an overall interior scheme. How do I Choose the Right Type of Skirting Board? If there are no obvious causes, it will be necessary to dig a little deeper to find out how to treat damp in your home. If you live in an old house, it may well be that modern 'improvements' are the cause of your woes. Whether you prefer Scandi-chic, industrial or minimalistic interior design, the colour of your skirting boards can play a big part in giving a room an ultra-modern feel. Protect the floor with newspaper or cardboard, using masking tape to secure it at the edges. Whether you’re painting skirting boards with carpet or hard floors alongside, a secure protective layer is vital.Use a small brush to apply paint at the extremities of the surface and into any intricate mouldings. Take care not to let the paint pool in crevices where it will slowly sag or drip while it dries. If you plan to paint anything made from MDF, whether it is moisture resistant or not, it will need to be primed first. Where a treated wall adjoins an untreated wall, a vertical damp-proof course shall be installed, by drilling vertically to the necessary height, and injecting a chemical damp proof course. The position of the vertical damp-prrof courses are shown on the sketch plan. Whiteskirting boards are ideal for adding a fresh, contrasting finish to walls painted in bold colours, preventing the overall effectfrom being too dark. White can also act as a harmonising element in a scheme, helping to link walls and floors and to drawthe eye around the room. While white is a timeless choice for skirting boards, using other paint colours can be a reallyeffective way to achieve different looks.' It's worth noting that boards painted the same colour as the wall will disappear into the wall. If a varnished timber board is used the skirting becomes more prominent.

Is space at a premium in your home? Are you looking for interior design tips to create a more spacious feel? Choosing a uniform colour for your walls and skirting boards could be the perfect solution.Ensure you clean the skirting boards before painting because woodwork tends to attract more dirt than walls. Use a small amount of detergent and wet ‘n’ dry abrasive paper to clean and sand the surface at the same time.

To understand which colours work well together and create a cohesive look, you can use a colour wheel. A colour wheel is a tool which helps you understand how colours relate to each other (like a compass for colours). The style and period of your home, and the height of your rooms, will be important factors when choosing the right type of skirting," adds Claire Lloyd, editor of Homebuilding & Renovating. "Simple styles typically suit more modern properties, while more decorative types tend to sit better in period houses."Alternatively, Steve Jenkins suggests using a paste made up from two parts baking soda to one part white vinegar. He recommends applying the paste to the mould and leaving it for around an hour. Made from coniferous trees, such as pine, cedar and fir, softwood boards offer a characterful solution. They can be stained, oiled or varnished as well as painted to complement your decorative scheme. If you’re eager to maintain a classically stylish look throughout the property, you’ll probably want to avoid any radical colour pops. Alternatively, if you’re seeking a more contemporary feel, you’ll have more freedom to mix and match styles and trends depending on what works best in each individual room. The beauty of colour drenching is that it can be applied to such a varietyof different spaces. While you can’t make asmall room larger, you can embrace the size of the space to create something that feels really engaging, invitingand contemporary." Refreshing woodwork or skirting within a space is a simple and effective way of updating an existing scheme," says Little Greene's Ruth Mottershead. "Often, skirting boards are painted a neutral orwhite shade out ofhabit, but their proportion makes them the perfect opportunity to add a little colour.