Show Notes
As seasoned DIY painters, Jen and Dunc share their top tips: If you don’t have the budget to outsource both plastering and painting, make it plastering because a good paint job is nothing on crappy plastering Invest in decent tools. The difference in finish when using a high quality roller or brush vs a cheap crappy one is make or break. It’s worth the investment! Don’t be disheartened after the first coat of paint. It always looks crap - once you’ve got 2-3 coats on it’ll be amazing. Dunc’s top secret taping tip… you’ll have to listen to get this one Dunc’s other tip is for those with kids, and it’s not to hold off painting the interior of your house even though toddlers wreck everything… but just hold off on the last coat of paint and apply it before selling - it’s quick and easy because there’s no prep work required Jen and Dunc both share tips for cleaning your rollers too We finish with Jen’s paint prep cleaning hack using Selleys Sugar Soap and a mop Follow the podcast on Instagram @renovationnationclub and submit your episode questions to us there! You can also follow Jen @renovatewithjenjones and Dunc @duncanheyde.
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That's a wrap on Season One! Jen and Dunc reflect on the seasons guests, what's in store for season two, and what they'll be up to during this short break. We'll be back soon! Follow the podcast on Instagram @renovationnationclub and submit your episode questions to us there! You can also follow Jen @renovatewithjenjones and Dunc @duncanheyde.
Jen’s tip is on why you need to think about your window treatments early to ensure they’re as cost effective as possible; and Dunc’s tips is on how to get bang for buck on off-the-shelf options. Follow the podcast on Instagram @renovationnationclub and submit your episode questions to us there! You can also follow Jen @renovatewithjenjones and Dunc @duncanheyde.
What exactly are window treatments? Essentially anything that you might use on your windows and doors to make them more private. Curtains, blinds, plantation shutters - that sort of thing! We’re covering both plantation shutters and curtains in this episode, with two companies who make it super easy and cost effective for homeowners to get a premium product for a fraction of traditional pricing. Follow the podcast on Instagram @renovationnationclub and submit your episode questions to us there! You can also follow Jen @renovatewithjenjones and Dunc @duncanheyde.
Jen and Dunc answer listener questions on: Fun ways to decorate kids bedrooms Dealing with small spaces Cost-effective ways to give your home a tickle up Where to find the latest design trends Where and how to get started with interior design How to design a media room Follow the podcast on Instagram @renovationnationclub and submit your episode questions to us there! You can also follow Jen @renovatewithjenjones and Dunc @duncanheyde.