{"id":1644,"date":"2023-11-20T09:44:33","date_gmt":"2023-11-20T09:44:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flatplanplus.io\/grazia\/?p=1644"},"modified":"2023-11-20T10:21:33","modified_gmt":"2023-11-20T10:21:33","slug":"grazia-diy-new","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flatplanplus.io\/grazia\/2023\/11\/20\/grazia-diy-new\/","title":{"rendered":"Grazia DIY (new)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_class=”custom-post-title” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Black Han Sans|700||on|||||” header_text_align=”center” header_font_size=”46px” header_letter_spacing=”4px” custom_margin=”25px||5px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]

GRAZIA CASA DIY<\/h1>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/flatplan-plus-content.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2023\/11\/Screenshot-2023-11-02-at-11.38.26.png” title_text=”Screenshot 2023-11-02 at 11.38.26″ force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Black Han Sans|||on|||||” text_font_size=”18px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Decorating skills<\/b><\/span><\/h6>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”custom-intro-big” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”Libre Bodoni|||on|||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_font_size=”40px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

HOW TO PAINT LIKE A PRO<\/h3>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Prep, prime and pay attention to detail, says expert Edward Bulmer<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Getting decorators in might feel like an expense you can do without these days, but painting an entire room can also feel overwhelming. It doesn\u2019t have to, though, says Edward Bulmer, leading interior designer and architectural historian. Painting your own home shouldn\u2019t feel like an unachievable task.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

First, Bulmer says, clean everything. \u2018The surface you are painting must be clean, grease-free, dry, sound and free from staining substances. Previously painted surfaces should be rubbed down and washed with water. Glossy surfaces should first be rubbed down with sandpaper.\u2019\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Next, you fill. \u2018Fill all holes, cracks and imperfections with a suitable filler before any paint products are applied. Any and all sanding should be completed, and all dust removed, before you start painting.\u2019\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Do not under any circumstances skip the primer. \u2018It creates a perfect base surface as well as the best results when finished.\u2019 Then stir your colour. \u2018We recommend applying the emulsion finish by roller and cutting in with
a brush. A spray gun can also be used.\u2019\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

No corners should be cut when it comes to cutting in. \u2018Always paint to a wet edge \u2013 including cutting-in, which should not be carried out in advance,\u2019 says Bulmer. \u2018When using a roller, use a small roller over the brushed cutting-in to achieve a more even finish. Recoat only when the previous coat is thoroughly dry, after four to six hours.\u2019<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#111111″ divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2px” module_class=”custom-divider” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/flatplan-plus-content.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2023\/11\/shutterstock_2222854167.jpg” title_text=”Bathtub,Icon,Trendy,Design,Template,On,White,Background..eps” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”25%” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Black Han Sans|||on|||||” text_font_size=”18px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]

How to…<\/b><\/span><\/h6>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”custom-intro-big” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”Libre Bodoni|||on|||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_font_size=”40px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

CHOOSE BATHROOM TILES<\/h3>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Select your tiles wisely and they can transform a dull bathroom into something special. James Sirett, head of product at Fired Earth, explains how\u2026<\/b><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

\u25a0<\/span> Arranging inexpensive tiles in an eye-catching layout on the wall or floor will make them look expensive. For example, metro tiles laid in a basketweave or herringbone design.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u25a0<\/span> Just a few spectacular tiles, such as hand-decorated designs used as a splashback or a jewel-like mosaic border around a bath, will make an impact in a small bathroom.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u25a0<\/span> Patterned tiles and bold geometric designs will help \u2018fill\u2019 the space in a large bathroom, creating a welcome sense of warmth. Think about scale \u2013 a little pattern can go a long way.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

\u25a0<\/span> Light-reflective finishes, such as metallics, glass and polished stone in neutral palettes, create the illusion of more space in a small bathroom and add a touch of glamour.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u25a0<\/span> For a wet room or wet room-style bathroom, large format tiles \u2013 60 x 60cm or even larger \u2013 on walls and floors create a seamless, flowing look (always check tiles\u2019 suitability for wet room floors).\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

\u25a0<\/span> In a busy family bathroom, an uplifting colour or pattern will get everyone\u2019s day off to a good start. Opt for low-maintenance porcelain tiles to keep cleaning and maintenance to a minimum.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u25a0<\/span> Try to see a few samples of the tiles you\u2019re planning to use so you can \u00a0get a feel for the possible colour or surface variations. This is particularly important in the case of natural materials and handmade designs, where no two tiles will be the same.<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=”#111111″ divider_position=”center” divider_weight=”2px” module_class=”custom-divider” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/flatplan-plus-content.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2023\/11\/shutterstock_2217703767.jpg” title_text=”Paint,Icon,Vector,For,Web,And,Mobile,App.,Paint,Brush” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”34%” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text module_class=”fp-in-article-bold” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Black Han Sans|||on|||||” text_font_size=”18px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

WALLPAPER Q&A<\/b><\/span><\/h6>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Farrow & Ball brand ambassador Patrick O\u2019Donnell answers your dilemmas about wallpaper trends and choices<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

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Where can you try hanging wallpaper that you may not have used it before?
<\/b><\/span>The bathroom. Wallpaper always brings textural relief to any room, but we don\u2019t often consider the bathroom. But if the conditions are right (good ventilation) it can really soften all the other \u2018hard\u2019 elements.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

What wallpaper taboo should we break?
<\/b><\/span>Large-scale prints in small rooms \u2013 yes, I know this seems counterintuitive but applying\u00a0<\/span>a big print in a tiny space, such as the downstairs loo, works a treat and delivers a big dollop of drama in an often unpromising space.<\/span><\/p>\n

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New wallpaper trend to try?
<\/b><\/span>Papering the \u2018fifth wall\u2019, aka ceiling. It doesn\u2019t have to be just an afterthought in a ubiquitous white paint. Wallpaper on a ceiling creates a talking point; be as graphic as you dare, but striped papers always work brilliantly and are a great idea for a child\u2019s bedroom, especially as there\u2019ll be no anxiety about scribble marks.<\/span><\/p>\n

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DIY wallpapering \u2013 is it a bad idea? And where do I start?
<\/b><\/span>A good idea! Often, it\u2019s best to start hanging wallpaper as near as possible to the natural source of light, then work away from it as you go. If you find yourself needing to overlap a joint due to uneven walls or ceilings, this method minimises the risk of any overlapped edges being noticeable when viewed from across the room, as they\u2019re less likely to cast \u00a0a shadow.<\/span><\/p>\n

Need some expert advice on DIY, interiors or anything else? Let us know what you\u2019d like to see at feedback@graziamagazine.co.uk<\/i><\/i><\/p>\n

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Maximise your space<\/b><\/span><\/h6>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”custom-intro-big” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”Libre Bodoni|||on|||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_font_size=”40px” global_colors_info=”{}”]

IT’S TIME TO DECLUTTER<\/h3>\n

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It feels like a lifetime ago when we all decided to Marie Kondo our knicker drawers after the Japanese organisational doyenne\u2019s Netflix series landed, inspiring us all to lose the clutter from our lives. Since then, if you\u2019re anything like us, the clutter has rapidly reappeared no matter how often we try to cram it back under the stairs. So, if you\u2019re ready to start afresh, Claire Taylor of Instagram account My Favourite Space (@favourite_space_london) and decluttering expert (trained by Marie Kondo herself), says there are a few simple ways that will help you on your way to a more streamlined life.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

\u2018First, get rid of anything you no longer wear, use or like. If the task feels overwhelming, take one category at a time: shoes, books, toiletries, kitchen gadgets. Be brutal \u2013 do you really need 10 tote bags?\u2019\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Seeking out hidden storage is a savvy move, says Taylor. \u2018Use the inside of wardrobe doors by adding command hooks to hang bags and belts. Hook a basket on the back of your bathroom or bedroom door for extra storage. Look to Zara Home and H&M for wall hanging baskets. Shoes work well in under-bed drawers (face pairs in opposite directions to squeeze more in). John Lewis\u2019s water hyacinth under-bed storage baskets are inexpensive and more attractive than plastic boxes.\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n

There is no need to have cupboards full of paperwork, says Taylor. \u2018Eliminate your home of paper! Keep a folder of your important documents, such as passport, driving licence, birth certificate, qualification certificates, house deeds, etc, and digitise documents you need to keep hold of, such as tickets or insurance documents. Apps like FYIO keep everything securely \u00a0<\/span>in one place \u2013 your digital filing cabinet. Another tip is to keep \u00a0a bin by the front door to ditch unwanted paper\/mail as it comes into the house.\u2019\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

We feel lighter already.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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ART CURATION PERFECTION<\/span><\/h3>\n

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1. Master the gallery wall. <\/b>Start with a few pieces and build it over time. The key is to start hanging in the middle of the wall and build outwards. When choosing the pieces for your gallery wall, the most important thing is to pick ones you love. There are no rules! Eclectic works brilliantly. Art also looks great mixed with photos and memorabilia.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Try to avoid following trends<\/b> and don\u2019t be afraid to let the art you pick reflect your personality. Mix and match and experiment with different genres \u2013 just as your furniture may be an eclectic mix of styles, so can your art within a room.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Think about the mood<\/b> you\u2019re aiming for \u2013 this will help you find the right art. Would you like to create a bright, uplifting mood or are you seeking a more calming feel? Art has the power to transform your living room into something new and to make you happy; considering what type of feeling you desire when browsing will help. You\u2019ll be looking at this art daily, so take your time to explore what you are drawn to.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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