Paint
The latest Paint breaking news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Realhomes
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How to paint a garage floor and make it look fresh and clean
Find out how to paint a garage floor and make yours spick-and-span once more
By Sarah Warwick Published
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Can you use old, opened paint? Experts weigh in ...
While we don't want to create unnecessary waste, we really don't want to have to start our DIY job all over again
By Millie Hurst Published
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This DIY ombré textured wall paint is better than wallpaper
Forget wallpaper: This DIY ombré wall technique is the perfect way to create a statement in any space
By Jo Lemos Published
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The best paint stripper: 6 best buys for easy paint removal
It's worth investing in the best paint stripper if you're looking to remove paint with ease. Browse our top picks whether you prefer a high-powered heat gun, or the paste and scraper route
By Annie Collyer Last updated
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5 ways sage green paint can give your home a spring update
Sage green paint is EVERYWHERE at the moment, so here are a few ways to work that on-trend colour into your space
By Hebe Hatton Last updated
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The biggest mistake you can make when painting furniture, according to Frenchic founder
If you've got an upcycling project lined up, it's worth noting this advice from someone who really knows their stuff
By Millie Hurst Published
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Interiors expert Kate Watson-Smyth shares the best paint colour for a small room ... and it may not be what you think
Paint can change everything when you don't have much square footage to play with
By Millie Hurst Last updated
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Best Acrylic Paint Pens
The best acrylic paint pens add fine details and customize your art. Choose from our favorite options.
By Camille Sanghera Published
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Experts are calling this paint shade the next Millennial Pink
Prepare to inject this earthy shade into your home this spring and summer
By Megan Slack Published
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How to get paint out of carpet – acrylic, gloss, emulsion – dried up or not
Here's how to get paint out of carpet whether you've been using acrylic, oil or gloss, and whether it's dried up or not...
By Emily Shaw Published
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This is the best color to paint your house if you want to sell it fast, experts say
We polled experts about the paint colors homebuyers like most; here's what they said
By Terri Williams Published
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This retro paint shade will be big news in 2021 - stay ahead of the curve and add to your home now
Is peach having a comeback? Real Homes investigates
By Millie Hurst Last updated
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Revealed: The most-popular Benjamin Moore paint colors of 2020
If you're in need of a tie-breaker for choosing your next paint color, seek out one of these top-selling shades from Benjamin Moore
By Jaclyn Turner Published
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Painted floorboards: an easy guide to getting that rustic look
You can make a big impact by simply painting floorboards – for just the cost of a little preparation and a pot or two of paint
By Lucy Searle Published
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The Dulux Colour of the Year 2021 – Brave Ground's new palette has been revealed
The Dulux Colour of the Year 2021 has a new palette and it's warming, cocooning, and welcoming... just what we need right now!
By Lucy Searle Last updated
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Aldi’s chalk paint is the ultimate buy for Bank Holiday upcycling projects
Aldi makes DIY upcycling easy with this fab chalk paint for under £5!
By Niamh Quinn Published
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Wow! This easy paint idea has totally transformed this kid's bedroom
Looking for easy paint ideas to update a child's room? Well just keep on scrolling...
By Hebe Hatton Published
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These surprising colours were most popular for lockdown room makeovers
Well, we weren't expecting that... but here's how to use them, anyway
By Hebe Hatton Last updated
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Paint deals: the best places to buy cheap paint for your DIY projects
These paint deals are sure to make all your DIY projects a whole lot cheaper...
By Hebe Hatton Published
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Cox & Cox have launched a new paint collection – and it's on sale!
Cox & Cox paint is on sale with 25% off their new collection – think creamy neutrals, classic greys and deep blues...
By Hebe Hatton Published
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Cox & Cox have launched a new paint collection – and it's dreamy
Think creamy neutrals, classic greys and deep blues...
By Hebe Hatton Published
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5 things to paint that you didn't know would transform your home
A short list of things to paint right now that you have probably always ignored...
By Hebe Hatton Published
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Dulux Q&A: Marianne Shillingford answers your decorating questions
Watch our Dulux Q&A with Creative Director Marianne will answer all of your decorating and paint related queries. From picking the best colours to practical DIY advice, make your next project a success with these tips
By Real Homes Published
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Best paint for wood: 5 picks for furniture, woodwork and more...
Picking the best paint for wood is key for giving skirting boards, doors, banisters and even the garden shed a spruce up
By Hebe Hatton Published
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Revealed! The most popular paint colours on Instagram (trend followers, take note)
Into interior trends? Get inspired for your room makeovers by the most popular paint colours in 2020...
By Hebe Hatton Published
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NEW Real Homes Show: we cover loft conversions, kitchen paint ideas and garden furniture cleaning hacks
Watch our online TV show for loads of easy updates for your home and garden, plus a £1,000 tap giveaway!
By Hebe Hatton Last updated
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Upcycle your furniture for FREE with this ingenious (and super easy) paint idea
All you need is a piece of furniture and leftover paint!
By Hebe Hatton Last updated
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Paint news! This NEW chalk paint is what trend-conscious homeowners should be decorating with
EXCITING NEW PRODUCT ALERT! Our fave furniture paint makers have just come out with a chalky wall paint! This is how to are going to be using it...
By Hebe Hatton Published
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Real Homes Show this week: paint ideas for halls, converting lofts and patio cleaning
Watch the latest episode of our online TV show for amazing tips and tricks – plus a £1,000 pan giveaway!
By Hebe Hatton Last updated