Painting asbestos eaves and fibro walls: what's safe and what isn't
Painting asbestos eaves or fibro walls? What Victorian and national guidance says, why pressure cleaning and sanding are out, and when to call a removalist.
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Safety
7 articles on safety.
DIY painting vs hiring a painter: which is right for your job?
DIY painting vs hiring a painter: compare the real cost, time, tools, finish and safety risks, and learn which jobs are fine to DIY and which to hand over.
Commercial painting in Melbourne without disrupting your business
Commercial painting in Melbourne without the downtime: after-hours and staged work, low-odour paints, site inductions and consistent multi-site finishes.
How to choose a house painter in Melbourne: 10 questions to ask
Not sure how to choose a painter in Melbourne? Ask these 10 questions about insurance, quotes, prep, paint and guarantees before you sign anything.
Lead paint in older Melbourne homes: what you need to know
Lead paint is common in Melbourne homes built before 1970. Learn how to test for it, who is most at risk and how to repaint without spreading lead dust.
Painting a Victorian, Edwardian or bungalow home: colours, lead and permits
Painting a Victorian, Edwardian or Californian bungalow home: period colours, careful prep, lead paint and when a council permit applies before you repaint.
Strata painting: a committee's guide to repainting an apartment building
A practical strata painting guide for Victorian committees: maintenance plans and funds, comparable quotes, access, colour approvals and staged works.