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Upcycling is still a huge part of the DIY revolution. But whether you’re an upcycling connoisseur or a complete newbie, you may find that you have some questions that need answering. Chalk paint is a…
Upcycling is still a huge part of the DIY revolution. But whether you’re an upcycling connoisseur or a complete newbie, you may find that you have some questions that need answering. Chalk paint is a…
This blog post was last updated on 15/01/2021. Look no further for an effective way to write on glass to entertain the kids at home, or increase the social media coverage and footfall for your…
Don’t miss our Black Friday sale! Our Black Friday sale is almost here, don’t miss out! Get 20% off absolutely everything for one day only, Friday 27th November 2020. The discount will be applied automatically,…
Sustainable waste-free shops are taking the world by storm and Rainbow Chalk absolutely love everything they stand for. We recently learnt that Sugar & Scoop, a sustainable waste-free shop in Hertfordshire, used our popular Rainbow…
Do you ever look at someone’s kitchen renovation and become green with envy over the fact that it’s not yours? That certainly was the case when we came across this customer renovation… and it’s not…
Sealant around baths, sinks and showers gets grubby really fast. Trouble is, ripping it out and re-doing is a massive pain and takes ages! Traditional bleaches or mould sprays can be stinky and not great…
Our lovely customer, Dawn from Derbyshire, used our One Paint to transform her garden door. Read on to see how she did this using our wall, skirting & door paint for an effective and affordable…
Today’s blog post is written by a customer who transformed her living room with a DIY coffee table renovation using our shabby chic furniture paint . The results are fantastic, so keep reading for her…
Upcycling sounds easy until you realise that your piece of furniture has already had layers of paint applied by previous owners. Stripping the item back down to its natural state is the best thing to…
The summer holidays can feel like an eternity! Especially when trying to keep the kids occupied. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! In this blog post, we’ll show you how to create your own shabby…
With the summer holidays now in full swing, we are all trying to come up with creative ideas for activities to keep the kids entertained. However, this doesn’t mean that you have to be splashing…
Sarah Williams, a professional furniture up-cycler who uses our Shabby Chic Chalk Paint, has been back at it again with her wonderful creations! This week she’s going to teach you how to make a stunning…
If you’re here in a desperate attempt to find some activities to keep your family occupied during lockdown, we’ve got you covered. While teenagers are happy tick-tocking the day away in their bedrooms, younger children…
We’re back with none other than a fantastic customer project, courtesy of Shannon in Essex! Shannon didn’t fancy the grout cleaning advice she found online, involving home made solutions and hours of scrubbing (we don’t…
Handmade Mother’s Day Gift Ideas On A Budget If you landed on this page during your search for Mother’s day gift ideas, looking for a quick, affordable DIY project – you can stop searching! If you can’t…
Chalk paint is a fabulous choice for transforming furniture. If you’re a keen upcycler and a real fan of the Shabby Chic look, you’ll love the matte finish and range of effects you can achieve…
Whether you want to upcycle your old chest of drawers with that stylish Shabby Chic look or transform your kitchen with a matte terracotta plaster effect, chalk paint can provide a great alternative to traditional…
Since their introduction to mainstream architecture in the UK during the 1980s, UPVC windows and doors have become increasingly popular in the home improvement and construction industries. Unlike timber window frames and doors, UPVC fittings…
It’s a fact of life that mould thrives in warm, moist conditions. This makes kitchens, bathrooms, basements and utility rooms prime locations for the development of mould. With moisture and humidity levels often high in…
Liquid chalk markers are small but mighty. They can be used for a wide range of purposes, varying from decoration to personal or even business purposes. Here is a list of 7 different uses that…
Shabby Chic is a trend that’s been popular for over 30 years, since the term was first coined in the 1980s, with Ideal Home even declaring it as ‘one of the most popular trends ever’.…
Grouting is one of the most important design aspects of your tiles. The right grout can make or break the look of your tiles (no pressure!). But when it starts to go yellow or discolour,…
Most magnets won’t stick to standard chalkboards. However, if you want to make your own magnetic chalkboard, it’s an easy DIY task that you can do at home! We’ve outlined some of the steps below,…
Chalk paint is so popular because of its unquestionable versatility. You can use it to create a distressed, shabby chic look or to bring an old piece of furniture back to life. You can paint…
Are you aware of the recent rise of Cleanfluencers? While some may think it is an odd trend, there is a perfectly logical reason behind this interesting phenomenon. Some of the notable social media stars…
Guess who’s back? It’s Alex from Southend! Fresh from sorting out her sealant, she grabbed a grey grout pen and completely upgraded her bathroom! Like most bathrooms, Alex’s tiles and suite were white and a bit……
Students, I hear you, you want to remove mould from your bathroom. I’ve been there: First year in your halls of residence – the tiny bathrooms with no windows. Second year – a shared house…