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News on decorative painting, painting techniques, exterior and interior painting
What to check after the rainy season: damp, façades, terraces and external walls
After several weeks of rain, it is advisable to inspect the property, even if no obvious leaks have appeared. Water can enter through a deteriorated joint, a crack in the façade, a poorly sealed junction or a faulty drain outlet. In many cases, the first sign is not a…
How to prepare your home for the arrival of summer: paint, woodwork, patios and façades
When choosing paint for the interior of a home, colour and finish are no longer the only factors taken into account. The market now offers products advertised as eco-friendly, low-emission, antibacterial, anti-mould, washable or even air-purifying. The problem is that…
Eco-friendly and antibacterial paint: when is it worth using it at home?
When choosing paint for the interior of a home, colour and finish are no longer the only factors considered. The market now offers products advertised as eco-friendly, low-emission, antibacterial, anti-mould, washable or even air-purifying. The problem is that these…
Maintenance of exterior timber on homes in Jávea: varnishes, wood stains and treatments
Exterior wood adds warmth, character and aesthetic value to a home, but in coastal areas such as Jávea it needs proper maintenance. Sun, ambient humidity, sea breeze, temperature changes and exposure to rain can damage doors, windows, pergolas, beams, railings,…
Painting before selling or letting a property: colours and finishes that help make a better impression
Painting before selling or renting out a property may seem like a minor detail, but it often has a strong impact on the first impression. A home with clean walls, well-chosen colours and carefully finished surfaces conveys order, spaciousness and good maintenance. By…
Condensation, filtration or capillarity: how to identify the source of damp
Damp on walls and ceilings does not always have the same cause. A black stain next to a window, a yellowish mark on the ceiling or a wall that is flaking from the floor may appear to be similar problems, but the solution varies completely depending on the cause….
Signs that your façade needs professional renovation
A façade does not only define the exterior appearance of a home. It also protects the building against rain, sun, humidity, wind, salt air and temperature changes. That is why, when cracks, flaking, stains or areas with peeling paint appear, applying a new coat of…
Paint for seaside homes: which materials hold up best in Jávea and Denia
Living near the sea in areas such as Jávea or Denia means choosing painting materials carefully. Not all paints withstand humidity, salt air, intense sun or sea wind in the same way. A poor choice can lead to colour loss, flaking, stains, mould, rust or leaks sooner…
How often should you paint a house in a coastal area such as Jávea, Moraira or Denia?
Living near the sea has many advantages, but it also requires greater home maintenance. In coastal areas such as Jávea, Moraira or Denia, façades, exterior walls, terraces, railings, doors and wooden elements are constantly exposed to the sun, ambient humidity, salt…
Waterproofing a terrace on the Costa Blanca: common mistakes and long-lasting solutions
Waterproofing a terrace on the Costa Blanca is not the same as doing so inland. The intense sun, high humidity, sporadic but heavy rainfall, salt spray and temperature fluctuations can accelerate the deterioration of materials and cause a small leak to eventually…