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How To Decorate A North Facing Room

North-facing rooms often get bad press. They have a reputation for being cold, dark and gloomy. Whilst it is true that north-facing rooms tend to feel on the cooler side as they do not receive dire...

Colour Drenching with Plant-Based Paint

If you want to make a visual impact, to create a strong interior design statement then colour drenching may be the style for you. It can have a transformative effect, reducing the visual noise in a...

Choosing the Right Paint for Period Properties

When restoring a Georgian house, updating a Victorian home, or enhancing Edwardian properties, it is always a labour of love. These homes are not only beautiful but historically significant, carryi...

Types of paint finishes

Matt paint, gloss paint, eggshell paint- why so many choices and what do they mean? How do you know which paint finish to use for each project? Here, we’ll guide you through the different types of ...

Natural Paint for Walls

What is natural paint and why should you choose it? Find out more about natural paint for exterior and interior walls.

What is the best paint for lime plaster walls?

If you live in a period property that was built before 1920, it is likely the walls have been plastered with lime. It is a traditional material that dates back thousands and thousands of years...

Add a Touch of Regal Elegance With Mylands' Metallic Paints - Our Application Tips

Metallic paints can add a touch of elegance and sophistication to any space, whether it be a bedroom, living room, or even a piece of furniture. Mylands' metallic paints are water based, and a...

How To Choose A Warm Neutral Paint Colour

With so much talk of bold paint colours, the thought of neutrals might seem boring in comparison. But we’re not talking 1980s and 90s magnolia here. Today’s new neutrals are more vers...

Try A Green Kitchen For A Fresh Look, Paint Ideas And Tips - Mylands

Green may not be the first colour that comes to mind when designing your new-look kitchen. Monochromes and neutrals are more typical decorating ideas for kitchens. But green paint can breathe ...

How to Choose White Paint

White has many personalities. It can be tranquil, dramatic, fresh, modern, bright, minimalist or maximalist, traditional, shabby chic, and more. There are many shades and nuances, which can all be ...