With lifestyle shows currently dominating the TV schedules, many of us are feeling inspired to update the look of our home interiors.
But whether it's a new lick of paint or a complete image overhaul, no interior decorating project should be undertaken lightly. There's much more to decorating a room than simply slapping on an extra coat of colour!
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Professional Decorators
A large number of UK painters and decorators will be members of the Painting and Decorating Association - the PDA. The PDA is an organisation dedicated to preserving quality and reliability in the painting and decorating industry, as well as reassuring the consumer when employing a decorator.
To be a member of the PDA, a decorator must be qualified and insured, have a proven track record of quality...
Selecting a Decorator
Selecting a decorator can be a very complex business - open your local telephone book, and you will probably find a large number around your town. So, how do you choose which decorator is the right one for you?
The first step is to look at several decorators...
Wallpapering
When wallpapering a room the ceiling is usually the first area to focus on. Starting at a wall with a window, move from the window across the room with subsequent lengths.
Be aware of any light fixtures in the room and make sure the electricity is turned off at the mains before commencing...