Tricks of the trade

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Treating and protecting exterior walls

  Exterior walls, exposed to the elements, become damaged over time if they are not treated with protective substances by professional painters and decorators. Brick, concrete or stone... Read more

How to Paint over Dark Walls

How to Paint over Dark Walls If one thing holds firm in all sectors of the decorating trade it is the preparation. The time taken to properly prepare all surfaces prior to... Read more

How to Treat Stains and Marks on Painted Walls

Treating stained and marked walls is not always easy. General dirt, grime and fresh stains can mostly be removed with hard work and all-purpose cleaner. Other, harder to remove stains require diffe... Read more

Guide to Hamilton Masonry Products

At Hamilton, we have been designing quality decorating products over the centuries. Our masonry painting tools are some of the finest due their durability and unique designs that ensure fast and qu... Read more

Smart Tricks for Painting Pebbledash Exteriors

Any professional painter will tell you that pebbledash exteriors are some of the toughest surfaces to paint. A pebbledash wall is heavily textured with small sharp pieces of ... Read more

Dealing with Decking

As we are well and truly into the summer months, customers may be looking into garden improvements, including putting up new decking or treating their current outdoor lounging area to a seasonal fa... Read more

Guide to Painting Outside Masonry

When you look to paint or refresh the external masonry on a house or building there are 2 things that will be achieved - the exterior will look revitalised and aest... Read more

How to Treat Mould Safely

(image) Every professional painter hopes to complete any paint project to the utmost satisfaction of the client and without exposure to any health hazards. However, occasionally as profes... Read more

Staining a Garden Fence - Tips & Tricks For Best Results

(image) A well stained, or painted a garden fence is a great advertisement for your work and could bring enquiries from your customer's neighbours. So here's how to get excellent results ... Read more

How to Restore Period Panelling Using Paint

(image)   Restoring period properties requires the use of specialist knowledge and high-quality equipment. Hamilton Decorating Tools are specially designed for the profession... Read more

Paint it Right - Tips for Prepping and Painting Your Skirting Board

Refreshing the look of skirting boards; it is a simple enough task if you know exactly how to go about it. Here are some tips to guide you!  Preparation Painti... Read more

The Pro's & Cons of Water & Oil-Based Paint

There are various advantages and disadvantages associated with the use of both water and oil-based paints. Since these can vary for the type of task to be undertaken, an understan... Read more

The Importance of Primer When Painting

With the variety of paints available today to reduce labour costs and make painting and decorating easier,  it’s very easy to be drawn in by all the hype... Read more

Professional Painting & Decorating Tips and Tricks for using a Roller

There are tips and tricks to getting a consistent and even paint finish every time. With the correct approach, there are ways to save time doing this job as well. ... Read more

How to Fill Cracks and Holes Prior to Painting

(image) Preparing a Wall for Painting When undertaking a painting and decorating project, preparing interior walls before painting ... Read more

How Much is in the Brush? The Importance of High Quality Paint Brushes

(image) All professional painters and decorators know that the quality and type of paint brush that you use can make ... Read more

What to do With Lead in Painted Surfaces

(image) What to do with Lead in Painted Surfaces? Even though lead was removed from all decorative paints in t... Read more

Best Practice for Paint Disposal

(image) Paint Disposal Best Practice The correct disposal of hazardous waste ensures that toxic chemicals do n... Read more

Take An Expert Look At Wooden Window Frames

(image) Professionally finished windows are critical to the overall look of a house. The windows are the eyes of the house; the household looks out through them and they are usually the fi... Read more

The Best Order to Paint the Exterior of a House

(image) Painting the Exterior of a House - Things to Consider Painting the outside of the house is not an easy job even for professional painting and decorati... Read more

Painting a Bathroom in Simple Steps

(image)   Bathrooms are among the most visually important rooms in a house, since a clean, attractive bathroom suggests cleanliness and attention to detail. It's also importa... Read more

Avoid Painting and Decorating Issues with the Finna Moisture Meter

Painting and decorating is an industry associated with numerous challenges on an everyday basis. One of the most prevalent (and least visible) is the presence of moisture on or beneath the surface... Read more

How Best to Clean Your Hamilton Paint brushes?

Taking care of your paintbrushes is so important in order to maintain their quality and effectiveness. Here are some hints on tips on how best to care for your paintbrushes.  ... Read more

The Hamilton Guide to Fighting Mould and Mildew

How To Get Rid of Mould and Mildew: Everything You Need To Know  This guide will tell you how to identify mould, how to remove it, how to repair any stains left behind, and how best... Read more

Painting Indoors During Summer – Things to Consider

(image) Painting a house indoors during summer can be quite a tricky position since temperature plays a major role in how the paint job eventually turns out. It’s believed ... Read more

Invest in Your Decorating Tools in 2017

Have you ever wondered why your paint job does not look its best? Or why those ceramic tiles do not seem to be laid just right? The problem here may well be that the tools you used were not of a h... Read more

Painting the Outside of A Home

Now that the warmer, dry weather is finally upon us, many people will want to take the opportunity to update the exterior of a home with a fresh coat of paint... (image)  ... Read more

Hamilton - Tools for the garden

Professional decorators sometimes find that the jobs they've been contracted to include work on outdoor areas as well as indoors. With this in mind, it's worth ensuring that you have a quality set... Read more

Exterior Painting: A Comprehensive How-To Guide from Hamilton

An exterior painting project can sometimes appear daunting and even frustrating. However, there are a few innovative tips and tricks, when used with the right decorating tools, which will enable e... Read more

Masonry and Exterior Painting: Top Tips for the Warmer Months

Now that the warmer months are upon us, the number of exterior projects will naturally increase at a breakneck pace. Let us take a closer look at exterior painting tips and tricks from the pr... Read more

Hamilton New Performance Cutting-in Brush

Cutting in the borders of a room, painting trim and straightening the line between the wall and the ceiling can all be very exacting tasks... (image) This is the primary reason w... Read more

Laying-Off Brushes: Techniques and Uses

There are times when the textures of an applied paint will disappear as the paint dries and levels into itself. This primarily depends upon the finish, but there is a technique to help... ... Read more

A Look at the Differences Between Perfection and Prestige

Let's take a look at a brief overview of these ranges, so you can see why we are so proud of our  Perfection an... Read more

Hamilton Prestige Synthetic Sash Brush

The Hamilton prestige synthetic sash brush is perfect for use with water-based paints and is designed to produce a beautiful finish; it’s easy to use and ideal for painting windows, door fra... Read more

Working With Synthetic Paint Brushes

Traditionally, natural paint brushes have always been seen as superior to those with synthetic bristles, however in recent years advances in the technology used to make synthetic brushes has meant... Read more

Ways of Dealing with Paint Spillages on Different Surfaces

Accidents happen, and when they involve paint spillages, they can be frustrating. You may have all the right preventative measures for spillages, but something could still go wrong... (im... Read more

A Guide to Painting Non-Wooden Surfaces

When painting non-wooden surfaces, preparation is of paramount importance and this differs dependent upon the type, porosity and surface finish.  (image) Metal surfaces... Read more

Working With Water Based Gloss - Painting a Door

We're committed to helping professionals with the latest techniques - learn how to best work with water based gloss. Watch our video online!  You ca... Read more

A Guide to Painting Wooden Surfaces

Painitng wooden surfaces is a skill all on its own. Read our helpful guide to make sure you are approaching the challenges in the correct way. (image) Preparation - Materials an... Read more

Vessels, Sleeves & Frames: The correct roller system for the task

There are three pieces of equipment needed when embarking on a painting job using rollers, and each element has a different purpose and a selection of options. It is important that you know the di... Read more

The Hamilton Guide to Preparing and Painting a Door

Providing a panelled door with a showroom finish is actually much easier than you think. There are a handful of steps to consider which will enable your door to truly shine. Let us take a look at ... Read more

The Best Order When Painting a Room

Painting any room can be more challenging than it first appears if you haven’t given any forethought. In fact, the best way to approach this task is by taking certain steps. While everyone h... Read more

How to Roller a Wall & Avoid The Framing Effect

Painting walls with a roller is still the fastest and most efficient method of application, giving you the best, most consistent results – you’re simply not going to find a paintbrush ... Read more

Painting Tips: The Framing Effect & Using A Roller

A how to guide to avoid creating the framing effect when using a roller. This guide will help you to achieve a professional finish to get brilliant finish. ... Read more

Choosing the Correct Paint Brush and Aftercare

Using the right paintbrush for the job will ensure a professional finish every time. Of course the type of paintbrush needed will depend on the kind of paint being used, and the object that is to ... Read more

Working with Water Based Gloss - Getting the Best Results

Return to The Knowledge Room. Due to recent environmental legislation solv... Read more

Painting a Door Frame

For some, painting a door frame can be a rather challenging task to get that true professional finish. However, this job can actually be very quick and easy once you know how...  ... Read more

Painting a Wall Techniques- Cutting In

When it comes to making a start on painting a wall, the approach favoured by those who produce  the most consistently high-quality results (in terms of the painless application of an even coa... Read more

Windows: A Top Class Finish Needs a Great Start

There is an old saying that a bad workman blames his tools but many other factors can cause disappointing results... (image) ... Read more

Preparing a door frame for painting

Preparation is key to a great finished job, and this is just as true of woodwork as it is of walls. Door frames can prove tricky to paint as there are lots of angles and crevices, but ensuring tha... Read more

Protect your flooring and carpets when painting skirting

Return to The Knowledge Room. Refurbishing or simply painting your new ski... Read more

Buying & Using Oval Paint Brushes For Optimal Painting

Oval paint brushes are considered a premium paint brush, p... Read more

How To Best Paint A Ceiling

Painting a ceiling can make a huge impact to a room that you are decorating and should never be overlooked, simply because you perceive it to be a more challenging, time-consuming or messy job...... Read more

Professionals' Secrets for Preparing and Using Paint Rollers and Brushes

(image) It is of course possible to buy paint brushes an... Read more

How to prepare walls for painting

Before you begin painting, most walls will need some attention and preparation. This can make the difference between a good paint job and a bad one. Beg... Read more

How to clean your painting tools

Follow @Hamilton_Decor Always clean your painting tools immediately after use. The process o... Read more

So Many Brushes and Rollers; Which Tool for Your Job?

In recent years painting technology has changed tremendously. Not only have paints and varnishes improved, but the methods of application, and the tools of the trade, brushes and ... Read more

Painting a Ceiling - Part 2

When using an extension pole, keep your arms close to your body... Read more

Painting a Ceiling - Part 1

Protecting Skirting Boards

It's important to protect your skirting boards when using the roller. The top tip ... Read more

Protecting the Floor

When painting, it's very important to protect the carpet. The top tip includes newspaper and masking tape, this will help you avoid getting paint on the carpet and make the painting process easier.... Read more

Product Facts - Vessels

Vessels or trays, hold the paint. There are various options available depending on what type of task is being carried out. The ... Read more

Product Facts - Rollers

Painting with a roller can you provide you with extra speed and versatility and are ideal for painting large areas. There is a wide range of paint rollers on the market. Generally, the smoother the... Read more

Product Facts Frames

Product Facts - Brushes

Confused at which brush is best for the job at hand? As a general rule the brush should never be wider than the surface your painting. Take a look at our product facts about brushes to get a better... Read more

Preparing a Window

There is an old saying that a bad workman blames his tools but many other factors can cause disappointing results... Preparing a window to paint can be a tricky task but this video gives some top t... Read more

Preparing a Door Frame

Painting a Wall - Rolling

Painting walls with a roller is the fastest and most efficient method of application, giving you the best, most consistent results – you’re simply not going to find a paintbrush that wi... Read more

Painting a Wall - Cutting In

Cutting in the borders of a room, painting trim and straightening the line between the wall and the ceiling can all be very exacting tasks. Watch our video guide to find out the best practises when... Read more

Painting a Door - Part 1

For some, painting a panel door can be a rather challenging task to get that true professional finish. However, this job can actually be very quick and easy once you know the correct order to paint... Read more

Painting a Door Frame

For some, painting a door frame can be a rather challenging task to get that true professional finish. However, this job can actually be very quick and easy once you know how. Watch our video to gi... Read more

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