Professional Painting Advice for Homeowners

Professional decorator applying paint to a wall using a long roller pole and full-size roller sleeve, creating an even first coat.

How to Paint a Wall: Fresh Plaster & Previously...

Tedman Decorators

A complete guide from a Basingstoke decorator on how to paint both fresh plaster and previously painted walls. Includes mist coats, filler prep, sanding and vinyl silk tips.

How to Paint a Wall: Fresh Plaster & Previously...

Tedman Decorators

A complete guide from a Basingstoke decorator on how to paint both fresh plaster and previously painted walls. Includes mist coats, filler prep, sanding and vinyl silk tips.

Close-up comparison of unpainted and painted MDF with text reading Best Paint for MDF – Tedman Decorators Basingstoke

Best Paint for MDF – UK Guide

Tedman Decorators

Learn how to get a flawless finish on MDF. From essential primers to my top water-based paints, here’s my pro guide to painting MDF in UK homes.

Best Paint for MDF – UK Guide

Tedman Decorators

Learn how to get a flawless finish on MDF. From essential primers to my top water-based paints, here’s my pro guide to painting MDF in UK homes.

Side-by-side comparison of water-based and oil-based paint on woodwork with labelled paintbrushes – Tedman Decorators, Basingstoke

Water-Based vs Oil-Based Paints – Which Is Best...

Tedman Decorators

Wondering whether to choose water-based or oil-based paints for skirting boards, doors or trims? Discover why I only use water-based and my top UK paint picks.

Water-Based vs Oil-Based Paints – Which Is Best...

Tedman Decorators

Wondering whether to choose water-based or oil-based paints for skirting boards, doors or trims? Discover why I only use water-based and my top UK paint picks.