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EI’VE READ ABOUT PAINTING OOVER TILES
AND I WOULD LOVE TO DO THIS IN MY BATHROOM. DOES IT REALLY WORK, AND WOULD IT STAND UP TO WATER FROM A SHOWER? Painting tiles requires far less time than retiling your bathroom. However, it’s important to prepare your surface by cleaning the tiles and remove as much of the glossy finish as possible. It’s key to remove or mask the sealant, as this would cause issues when painting.
If the tiles are high gloss, the paint may struggle to stick. If so, prepare them with a primer like Ronseal One Coat All Surface Primer And Undercoat (Wickes £15).
You can then paint them. Ronseal One Coat Tile Paint range 750ml (Wickes, £15) is formulated to give a tough and resistant finish and is ideal for bathrooms. Once dry, the paint is waterproof and mould resistant so can be used in your shower area. www.myweekly.co.uk
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Used as a main colour, it’s perhaps best suited to larger rooms with bright natural light and reflective surfaces to soften the effect. For an opulent look, play on the jewel-like quality of the colour by pairing it with deep violet, a close relation on the colour wheel, or even little touches of ruby red – think Persian rugs, velvet sofas, dark wood, gold accessories.
Soft lighting from candles and lamps creates a mellow mood against a dark background, with neutral shades for flooring to keep £19.50, OLIVER BONAS
the mood od cosy without feeli feeling too oppressive. For a more contemporary interior, team teal with grey, with accents of ochre and lime for contrast.
Suzy McMahon, Sofology Buying Director adds, “Warm purples, luxurious greens and deep blues create a cosy look. Although you can mix and match colours, try to opt for similar tones in each shade so one doesn’t overpower the other. Including a few neutrals and natural materials will help to keep the space contemporary.”
“Although typically considered to be autumnal shades, warm, rich ttones can add an element of cosiness too a space all year round. Bold without bbeing overpowering, shades of spice, rrust and terracotta are design staples and lend themselves to a multitude of decors, from Scandi to
Mid Century.”
Suzy McMahon, Sofology Buying Director www.myweekly.co.uk