Colour
Reading neutrals in changing daylight
North- and south-facing rooms can reveal very different undertones. Observe a large sample throughout the day and beside fixed flooring, stone and timber.
Finishline journal
Notes on colour, preparation and residential detail.
Educational reading for understanding an interior refresh before work begins.
Preparation
Look closely before the first coat
Cleaning, filling, sanding and an appropriate primer support consistency. Damp, movement and substantial plaster damage call for proper assessment.
Details
Let trim shape the room
Matching trim can make a room feel enveloping, while a quiet contrast can articulate doors, skirting and traditional mouldings.
Editorial notes in preparation
Long-form articles will appear here as they are reviewed. In the meantime, the Painting Guide introduces the main considerations for walls, ceilings, trim, wallpaper removal and basic preparation.
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