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Gloss

Leyland Trade Oil-Based Gloss
Decorating | Gloss | Satinwood

Satinwood V Gloss What Is The Difference?

BySam Wood 04/11/202105/11/2021 Reading Time: 3 minutes

If you are doing some wood painting in the house, be it doors or skirting then one question will have crossed your mind. Do I use satinwood or gloss? What is the difference between the two, Let’s have a look. Satinwood V Gloss Satinwood is a mid-sheen paint while gloss is a high sheen paint….

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Leyland Trade Oil-Based Gloss
DIY Guides | Gloss | Painting

How long does gloss paint take to dry?

BySam Wood 29/09/202106/10/2021 Reading Time: 4 minutes

Gloss paint can take a while to dry, maybe you found your way here after questioning why your paint still wasn’t dry, even hours later? Well worry no longer, I have gathered all of the information together from all of the leading paint brands in order to answer this question once and for all. So…

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Can you paint decking with gloss
DIY Guides | Gloss | Painting

Can you paint decking with gloss?

BySam Wood 15/09/202106/10/2021 Reading Time: 2 minutes

So you have a deck and know that it needs some sort of protection to stop it from rotting away. You probably also know that gloss can protect wood really well. This has obviously led to you wondering whether you can paint decking with gloss, and now you are here. So, let’s have a look…

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how to stop gloss from going yellow
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How to stop gloss paint going yellow

BySam Wood 21/06/202106/10/2021 Reading Time: 2 minutes

If you have ever painted anything with white gloss then you will have undoubtedly been infuriated when it starts to yellow. But why does gloss paint yellow over the years, and can you do anything to stop it? Well, let’s find out! Why does gloss yellow? Oil-based gloss has always had a habit of yellowing,…

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Can you use gloss paint outside
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Can you use gloss paint outside?

BySam Wood 16/06/202106/10/2021 Reading Time: 5 minutes

Gloss is a popular paint available in a wide range of colours, so it is only normal that you will have considered it for many different uses, including outside. But can it work? Well, there is only one true way to know, test it! So I got some gloss, lots of different wood samples, painted…

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how to get gloss paint off brushes
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How to clean gloss off paint brushes

BySam Wood 16/06/202101/03/2022 Reading Time: 3 minutes

Cleaning gloss off a paintbrush can be a nightmare if you don’t have the right products, with the correct products though it is an absolute breeze. in this quick guide, I will show you how to do it step by step. Oil or Water Based Gloss If you expect that all gloss is oil-based you…

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Can you paint gloss over satin
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Can you paint gloss over satin?

BySam Wood 07/06/202106/10/2021 Reading Time: 4 minutes

Maybe you’re fed up with how your satin door looks, or perhaps your satin skirting just can’t help but show up every muck mark. So you have decided to gloss over the satin, but is this possible? And if so how do I do it, what steps do I need to take? Well worry not,…

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How to use brush cleaner
Gloss | Painting

How to use paint brush cleaner

BySam Wood 03/06/202106/10/2021 Reading Time: 3 minutes

Cleaning up paintbrushes can be a real pain, especially if you have been using oil-based paint. Because of this, purpose-made brush cleaners exist. But how good are they? and how do you use paintbrush cleaner? This is the cleaner I am using for this test. This paintbrush cleaner is a thin solvent-based liquid that removes…

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Can you use a roller with gloss paint
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Can you use a roller with gloss paint?

BySam Wood 02/06/202111/11/2021 Reading Time: 5 minutes

Gloss can be a tricky paint to achieve the perfect finish with, when using a brush it is common to end up with lines in your finished paint. For this reason, you have obviously wondered whether you can use a roller with gloss paint? After all, rollers often allow even novice painters to achieve a…

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How to paint over gloss skirting
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How to paint over gloss skirting

BySam Wood 02/06/202106/10/2021 Reading Time: 4 minutes

Gloss skirting is one of those things that just fades with time, either by yellowing with age or damage from being in a high traffic area. Either way, it is one of those jobs that needs doing again every few years. But how do you paint over gloss skirting? Well worry not, we have a…

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how to paint skirting board with spray gloss
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How to paint Wooden skirting board with spray gloss

BySam Wood 01/06/202106/10/2021 Reading Time: 4 minutes

Painting skirting board with gloss is always a pain, so I can see why you are here, looking for an easier way. It’s the exact same thing I did, I saw some spray paint gloss online and wondered to myself, will this work on skirting board? Well, there is only one way to know for…

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how to apply water based gloss paint
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How To Apply Water Based Gloss Paint

BySam Wood 01/06/202106/10/2021 Reading Time: 5 minutes

Water-based gloss paint is a great way to spruce up old skirting board, doors or anything else that needs painting. Water-based paints are easier to use and also better for both you and the environment when compared to their solvent-based brethren. But how do you apply water-based gloss paint? Is it any different to solvent-based?…

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Can you paint MDF with gloss
Gloss | Painting MDF

Can You Paint MDF With Gloss?

BySam Wood 21/05/202117/02/2022 Reading Time: 4 minutes

MDF is a great material for cost-effectively building all sorts of furniture and decorations. But once you have built with MDF how do you paint it? Can you paint MDF with gloss? Well worry not, we have done the test for you! So what is the test? Well, it’s quite a straightforward test as far…

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Can you paint a radiator with gloss
Gloss | Radiators | Radiators

Can you paint a radiator with gloss?

BySam Wood 22/01/202112/10/2021 Reading Time: 5 minutes

Painting your radiators is a great way to brighten up any room. Even just going over with a fresh coat of white paint can really help to transform your room. But can you use good old gloss to paint your radiators? Or do you need a specialist paint? Read on to find out. Can you…

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