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Replacing your Bathroom Window
Posted on January 26, 2014 at 3:14 pm
A bathroom is completely different to the other rooms in a house, you don’t need us to tell you that, and it is likely that it will have a completely different window. Many bathroom windows are obscured for privacy reasons, and there are a range of different styles available today.
Obscured glass can include different glass textured patters which prevent an onlooker from looking in. There is also the possibility for mirror windows which are a popular option. Because of the rnage of bathroom windows amiable it can be complicated choosing one which suits the tone of your house.
The mirror glass is great for modern homes, whilst obscured glass with a patter over the top if seen as far more traditional. If you need to replace your bathroom window look for an obscured style today, or even a reflective mirror bathroom window, because you should ideally have privacy even when the blind is up.
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Stripping your Old Wallpaper
Posted on January 22, 2014 at 9:34 pm
Wallpaper ca son look tired, and the fact is many people stick with the same wallpaper for a series of years. If and when you become fed up of the sight of your wallpaper, you may consider opting for paint instead, and it should never be a case of painting over the wallpaper, you should strip it instead.
Stripping wallpaper can be hard work, especially if it has been a fixture in the home for many years, and occasionally wallpaper is laid on top of more wallpaper; making it even more difficult to strip. To make sure the paint stays nice and smooth (without air bubbles) it has to be painted straight on top of the wall.
There are many ways to strip wallpaper, but by far the easiest is bought using a scraper and steamer. The steamer will moisten up and loosen the wallpaper, allowing for the scraper to effortlessly glide and strip the wallpaper down. Once you get to the wall you’re making progress, and you’ll definitely end up with a much better paint job.
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