Recent content by sallybun

The sash window fittings I'm painting have old paint on them, what is the best way to remove the paint? I should have tried to take them off before painting I suppose, although I'm not sure I can remove them yet. Also to make them nice and black again is it normal to paint them with...

Thanks Gregers.

Thanks - you're a STAR!!! :D

Thanks - however I can't track down sprigs - Homebase and Wickes do not seem to have them - also could you recommend a good two pack hard filler? Thanks again for your help.

Hi all, I'm sanding down my sash windows and have come across some soft and rotting wood in some places, mainly where the condensation runs down and collects. Also there is a small hole in one place near the catch. Can I repair and save the wood? The putty has had it as well and I have been...

Hi, I've taken the carpet up in my dining room and have found some pine orange floorboards underneath. I can't live with the colour, so I was going to use a darker dye on them. I have started to sand them down myself, but have given up as I am knocking on a bit and am a little short of time...