Home improvement
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SMARTY PAINTS
Is your home in need of a makeover but waiting around for paint to dry isn’t on your agenda? Specially formulated to revive walls in just one coat, Dulux’s new Simply Refresh range will revolutionise future DIY tasks, saving both hassle and time, taking just four hours to dry. There are two colour collections to choose from: One Coat and Feature Wall. The former incorporates more timeless hues, such as mellow greys and soft greens like the 2020 Colour of the Year Tranquil Dawn, while the latter is all about statement shades. Think teal, slate grey and rich raspberry. Expect revitalised walls in no time! Available at dulux.co.uk and DIY stores, priced from £25.36 per 1.25L.
WATERPROOF WONDER
If you’re in need of a low-maintenance and long-lasting flooring option, vinyl is the answer. Quick-Step’s new Alpha Vinyl range is fully waterproof, making it a sensible option for kitchens and bathrooms, and installation is child’s play – simply click into place and go. Don’t worry about it looking like a relic from the seventies, as Quick-Step has decisively modern vinyl options, with natural designs and an extra matt top layer. For the appearance of stone flooring without the price tag, go for the subtly coloured Coral Rock (pictured), or for the ultimate minimalist aesthetic, opt for Sea Breeze Oak Beige, a cooltoned wood effect. Priced from £35.99 per sq m.
A MODERN CLASSIC
Revamped and recyclable, the trusty Jeyes Fluid has had a makeover. With a newly recyclable plastic bottle and paper labels, it’s kinder to the planet and the updated formula means that it can now be used on all outdoor surfaces, including more delicate ones. What’s more, it’ll work to tackle limescale, rust and bacteria. Priced from £4.49 for 300ml from major retailers
and garden centres.