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Prep guides
Prep by substrate type: plasterboard, brick, old paint, wallpaper. Every step has a testable pass condition.
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5 October 2026Prep Guide: Stripping Old Paint Before Recoating
Stripping is only necessary when the existing film is failing. Where it is sound, sanding and painting over it is faster and more durable. The decision is a physical te…
8 September 2026Prep Guide: First Coat on New PlasterboardNew plasterboard does not need a primer, but it does need three specific things fixed before the first coat or they will show for the life of the wall: proud taper join…