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Stay up to date with monthly painting and decorating tips, advice, and inspiration from Refresh Spraying. Each month, we’ll share expert guidance on everything from interior and exterior painting, heritage property restoration, damp and mould treatment, to landlord property refreshes.

Our blog is designed to help homeowners, landlords, and property managers across Chorley, Preston, Leyland, Wigan, Blackburn, Bolton, St Helens, and Warrington make informed decisions, achieve professional-quality results, and maintain beautiful, long-lasting finishes in every property.

Check back monthly for practical tutorials, expert tricks, and local decorating insights that you can trust — straight from our family-run, painting and spraying experts.

Painting Blog - 03/02/2026

Why Catching Mould and Damp Early is Crucial

Mould and damp are more than just unsightly — they can cause structural damage to your home and affect your family’s health. Even small patches, if left untreated, can spread behind walls, ceilings, and woodwork, creating bigger repair costs over time.

Catching damp and mould early allows for targeted treatment before the problem escalates. At Refresh Spraying, we specialise in mould-resistant coatings that not only cover affected areas but also prevent regrowth. Using the right preparation techniques and high-quality mould-resistant paints ensures that treated walls remain clean, healthy, and protected against future moisture problems.

Homes across Chorley, Preston, Leyland, Wigan, Blackburn, Bolton, St Helens, and Warrington benefit from our careful approach, which combines professional assessment, surface preparation, and expert application. Whether it’s a small interior wall or a large damp-affected room, treating the problem early saves time, money, and stress.

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Painting Blog - 20/11/2025

Tackling Nicotine Damage – Expert Painting Tips

Nicotine stains can make walls, ceilings, and woodwork appear yellowed and aged, even after a thorough clean. Simply painting over nicotine marks often leads to uneven finishes and rapid yellowing.

The secret to a flawless result is proper preparation and using Zinsser stain-blocking primers and paints. These products seal nicotine, smoke, and other stubborn stains, ensuring that your topcoat adheres properly and maintains a clean, uniform appearance. Applying a primer like Zinsser BIN or Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 before painting can save a lot of time and prevent rework.

Our team at Refresh Spraying combines this approach with precise application, whether spraying or brushing, to restore walls and woodwork to a fresh, professional finish. This technique is especially useful for rental properties or homes preparing for sale in Manchester, Liverpool, and surrounding Lancashire towns.

Painting Blog - 11/10/2025

Restoring Wood Trim with Repaircare Wood Filler

Timber windows, skirting boards, and door frames can suffer from cracks, dents, and minor rot over time. Instead of replacing these elements, professional decorators use Repaircare wood filler to restore them to a smooth, durable finish.

The process starts with cleaning and sanding the surface to remove dust and loose paint. Filler is then applied in thin layers, feathered into the surrounding wood, and left to dry before sanding again. This method ensures a seamless, professional finish that blends perfectly with the surrounding timber. Once filled, the surfaces are primed and painted for a long-lasting, flawless look.

At Refresh Spraying, we’ve restored hundreds of wood trims, windows, and skirting boards across Chorley, Leyland, Preston, Wigan, Blackburn, Bolton, St Helens, and Warrington, combining traditional techniques with modern tools to deliver precision and quality.

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