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Clean up your act
Clean up your act Use a pointy-tipped earbud to clean in the crevice along the ceiling line, floor, or trim to clean up the smudge
6 steps to smooth sailing painting
Prominent Paints Premium Satin Silk isn’t just paint – it’s a commitment to excellence from the base up. Here’s how to get your surfaces ready for the perfect finish.
Surface prep perfection | For the most impeccable finish, ensure your surfaces are sound, clean, and dry with a moisture content below 15%.
Patience pays off | Freshly applied plaster requires time to settle. Leave it untouched for 21 to 28 days, or allocate one week for drying time for every 5mm plaster thickness. This crucial step sets the stage for lasting results.
Weather wisely | Keep an eye on the weather forecast! Undesirable conditions like cold or wet weather can lead to an extended curing period. It’s worth the wait for optimal results.
Sand standards | Ensure your plaster sand complies with SABS 1090 requirements. The correct foundation makes all the difference.
Strength in structure | Your plaster mix should have a minimum thickness of 10mm and be free from soft material that could easily crumble. Compliance with SABS 0164-1 for strength (MPA) ensures a sturdy canvas for your masterpiece.
Follow the on-pack instructions | Take the final step by following the instructions on your Prominent Paints Premium Satin Silk paint pack.
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6 steps to smooth sailing painting
6 steps to smooth sailing painting Prominent Paints Premium Satin Silk isn’t just paint – it’s a commitment to excellence from the base up. Here’s
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Better to blend it
Better to blend it Even the same colour paint can vary from can to can due to batch differences. To ensure colour consistency from start
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Top tip | Prep to win
Top tip | Prep to win Weekend plans got you thinking you’ll do a little a little DIY? Before you dive into painting, take the
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In the bag
In the bag If you need to pause during a paint job, there’s no need to clean the paint brush first. Simply stick it into
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Great news for masking window panes
Great news for masking window panes Wet several long strips of newspaper and place it on the glass before painting window frames. The newspaper will
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Stop showers from raining on your paint parade
Stop showers from raining on your paint parade With the arrival of spring, rain becomes an occasional companion. For painters, this can pose challenges. Fortunately,
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Foiling scrubbing
Foiling scrubbing A great way to clean up fast and reuse a paint tray without having to scrub it first, is to layer it with
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A case for canvas drop cloths
A case for canvas drop cloths When it comes to drop cloths, avoid using bed sheets, as the paint seeps through. Also, do not use
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Brushing up on brush care
Brushing up on brush care Try not to soak your entire paintbrush in paint, instead just dip the tip. Wash brushes thoroughly after use with
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Top tip | Paint patiently
Top tip | Paint patiently The best tool for painting, you ask? Patience. We know how it goes. Patience can wear thin, and you probably
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Avoid permanent and unwanted transfer
Avoid permanent and unwanted transfer Rollers can put more than paint on your walls. To avoid transferring unwanted fibres to your wall, use the sticky
