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Most properties will require painting on a
regular basis to keep them in good condition. The time between repainting will
depend upon the location of the house, the weather since the last decoration
and the quality of the previous work.
Care is required to select the correct
paint system, to prepare the surfaces and to apply the primer, undercoat and
top coat.
Paint failure is usually the result of inadequate preparation and
poor application.
There are no rules to help
you decide on the best colours for your home. However, it pays to have some
regard for your neighbours' sensitivities. Take a look at the other houses in
your street - you might pick up some ideas for successful colour schemes that
will lend character to your house.
Before your start... SAFETY FIRST
Before you
climb a ladder, make sure it is stable and fixed securely to the structure of
the house. Don't allow children to play under ladders or scaffold towers. For
more advice on using ladders and scaffold towers safely, see the section
'Safety'.
It is important to protect
electrical equipment with an RCD (Residual Current Device) when working
outdoors and make sure extension leads are fully unwound during use.
Helpful
TIP Painting is not difficult once you have mastered the basics, but
you need a head for heights when working up a ladder or scaffold.
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