Thursday, January 28, 2010
Safety And Cleaning Tips
Wrap your brush in cling wrap, if you take a break in between painting, to stop it from drying out.
Clean all your tools immediately
After painting, clean brushes and rollers immediately. Use turpentine to wash oil-based paint from brushes. Store flat or on their handles. Use water to wash emulsion paint from rollers. Hang them to dry to prevent crushing the pile.
Storing unused paint
Wipe the rim of the can clean and replace the lid. Place a block of wood over the lid and tap it down with a hammer to reseal. Invert the can for a few seconds to pevent a layer skin forming on the paint surface. Store in a well-ventilated place that is cool, dry and out of children's reach.
Dispoing of paint safely
Do not pour paint down the drain. Allow empty cans to dry out first and place them in double-lined rubbish bags before disposing.
Colour That Works Beautifully Everywhere - The Role Of Colours
The Role Of Colours
Colour is a very individual thing. It speaks of who you are. It echoes the many facets of our persona. Some use colour to express creativity. Others draw on its power to enhance the quality of life. Like rejuvenating the mind with energy and zest. Or calming the soul with peace and tranquility.
So let your individualism and inspirations be guided by the various roles of colour. And fill each room in your home with the right ambience.
Functional colours
Functional colours tend to be mild and often allow furniture and other objects to be the centre of attention. Functional colours can also make a room smaller or bigger. As such, they are often used in contrast with the furniture. For instance, a soft eggshell shade to offset the bold furniture.
Decorative colours
Decorative colours shout out, and tend to be bold and bright. They are useful for highlighting details you want people to notice. For example, splashes of yellow to emphasise trimmings and skirtings. Decorative colours are also used to play off each other, making each other stand out more.
Emotional colours
Emotional colours are designed to affect and influence emotions. Emotional colours set the tone and mood of a room. The use of certain colours inspires romance and tenderness, while others can make a room seem festive or cheery. Similarly, the poor use of colours can affect emotions negatively, making us feel sad or irritable.
Psychological colours
Psychological colours are all about energy. Different colours convey different messages to the mind. They can calm or they can excite. White suggests purity and innocence. Red is active, bold and aggressive.
Colour That Works Beautifully Everywhere - The Role Of Colours
The Role Of Colours
Colour is a very individual thing. It speaks of who you are. It echoes the many facets of our persona. Some use colour to express creativity. Others draw on its power to enhance the quality of life. Like rejuvenating the mind with energy and zest. Or calming the soul with peace and tranquility.
So let your individualism and inspirations be guided by the various roles of colour. And fill each room in your home with the right ambience.
Functional colours
Functional colours tend to be mild and often allow furniture and other objects to be the centre of attention. Functional colours can also make a room smaller or bigger. As such, they are often used in contrast with the furniture. For instance, a soft eggshell shade to offset the bold furniture.
Decorative colours
Decorative colours shout out, and tend to be bold and bright. They are useful for highlighting details you want people to notice. For example, splashes of yellow to emphasise trimmings and skirtings. Decorative colours are also used to play off each other, making each other stand out more.
Emotional colours
Emotional colours are designed to affect and influence emotions. Emotional colours set the tone and mood of a room. The use of certain colours inspires romance and tenderness, while others can make a room seem festive or cheery. Similarly, the poor use of colours can affect emotions negatively, making us feel sad or irritable.
Psychological colours
Psychological colours are all about energy. Different colours convey different messages to the mind. They can calm or they can excite. White suggests purity and innocence. Red is active, bold and aggressive.
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