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Paint Guides & Projects

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Guides & Projects A–Z of painting terms Painting is the easiest way to transform your home. Knowing the terms associated with painting will help you get the right products and tools to give you professional results.

Guides & Projects How to choose the right paint colours for your home Choosing the right colours – be it paint, wallpaper or tiles – for your home can be confusing.

Guides & Projects Give your home exterior a revamp Autumn is the perfect time to break out the painting gear and give your home’s exterior a revamp.

Guides & Projects How to select an exterior paint colour If you want to spruce up your home and give it some curb appeal, painting the exterior a new colour can really add value. Whether you’re just looking for a change or preparing to sell, Andrea from Dulux has some advice on how to choose the right col...

Guides & Projects How to choose the right paint finish You’ve picked out your colour swatches, played with a few sample pots and the brushes and rollers are ready to go. Now you need to choose the right type of paint for the different surfaces in your home.

Guides & Projects How to create a colour scheme for your home A new coat of paint can make a huge difference to your home. Colour Expert from Dulux to get some tips on how to choose the colour scheme that’s right for you.

Finished mountain wall mural in kids’ play area

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Guides & Projects How to paint a mountain wall mural Want to add a creative touch to your kids’ bedroom? Get adventurous and create a fun mountain mural with these handy tips from Bunnings Warehouse.

Guides & Projects How to upcycle almost any piece of furniture with paint Rather than throwing out old household items, you can restore them with paint. It’s a quick, easy and affordable way to give anything from furniture to fences a new lease on life. Learn how to paint and prepare different surfaces to get the finish y...

Guides & Projects Paint sprayer buying guide: How to choose a paint sprayer There are many different types of paint sprayers available at Bunnings so before you buy one, check out this guide to help make your choice easier.

dining room with different paint surfaces

Guides & Projects Specialty paints for every surface There’s a paint for every surface and a textured effect for every mood, creating endless transformation possibilities.

Guides & Projects Why grey paint is the ultimate neutral Once considered conservative, grey has cemented its place as the ultimate neutral, able to imbue a room with equal amounts of warmth and glamour.