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Paint suitable for basements and poorly ventilated rooms

Paint suitable for basements and poorly ventilated rooms

Basements, storerooms or garages have unique conditions: poor ventilation, high humidity and increased risk of mould or condensation. Using conventional paint in these spaces is a common mistake that leads to ephemeral finishes and health problems due to fungi or...

How often should a house be painted depending on its use?

How often should a house be painted depending on its use?

The frequency with which you should paint a house is not always the same. It depends on several factors: the use given to each room, the quality of the paint used, exposure to light or humidity, and even the colour. In this guide we explain how often you should renew...

Tips for painting a room without staining doors and sockets

Tips for painting a room without staining doors and sockets

Painting a room may seem like a simple task, but without the right preparation it's easy to end up with splashes on doors, sockets, switches and even skirting boards. If you want a clean, professional finish, we've got the best tips to avoid stains and save you...

How to prepare a house for painting without causing chaos and staining

How to prepare a house for painting without causing chaos and staining

Proper preparation saves time, avoids splashes and allows paint to adhere better. Follow this plan - tested by Bartolomé Bas's team of house painters - and you will achieve an impeccable finish without turning your home into a war zone.Clear and organise the room...

How often should I re-treat the exterior wood?

How often should I re-treat the exterior wood?

Wood that lives outdoors faces a relentless script: UV radiation that discolours, rain that swells the fibre, saltpetre that dries it out and fungus that sets in as the protective film ages. The result is visible to the naked eye: the original colour fades, fine...

Waterproofing paint: what it is and when to apply it outdoors

Waterproofing paint: what it is and when to apply it outdoors

Leaks don't usually give you any warning. One day you discover a dark spot behind the wardrobe or a corner of the ceiling with buckled paintwork and you realise that damp has been working quietly for some time. In climates with heavy rainfall or in homes close to the...

Most resistant paint types for facades in coastal areas

Most resistant paint types for facades in coastal areas

The façades overlooking the sea are under constant tension. While holidaymakers enjoy the breeze and the sound of the waves, saltpetre is deposited on walls and railings, humidity penetrates through every micro-fissure and the sun, generous in hours and intensity,...

Colours that increase the feeling of space in small houses

Colours that increase the feeling of space in small houses

You don't need to tear down partitions or do a complete renovation to make your house look bigger. In many cases, paint can completely transform the perception of space. Choosing the right colours not only brings harmony and light, but also creates the illusion of...