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Discover NMC’s New 2026 Wall Panelling Collection: The Harmony of Lines

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If you’ve been keeping an eye on decorating trends lately,...

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Welcome to the DCO blog Brush Up!

For anyone that doesn't know DCO, we're a 3rd generation, family run decorator's merchant up here in the north east of England. I (Helen!)  have a huge passion for all things paint, wallpaper and making decorating your home easy and accessible for everyone so these blogs aim to provide you with the advice, inspiration and tips you need to transform your home! As always, if there is something I haven't covered or you still need help, just get in touch, we're always happy to chat!

Helen x

Oil vs Water Based Paints: A Simple Guide That Actually Helps You Choose

Oil vs Water Based Paints: A Simple Guide That ...

Oil based or water based. It’s one of those decorating...

Oil vs Water Based Paints: A Simple Guide That ...

Oil based or water based. It’s one of those decorating...

Johnstone’s Trade Obliterate Matt: The One‑Coat Wonder for Busy Homes and Worksites

Johnstone’s Trade Obliterate Matt: The One‑Coat...

Some decorating jobs are not about perfectionism or endless coats....

Johnstone’s Trade Obliterate Matt: The One‑Coat...

Some decorating jobs are not about perfectionism or endless coats....

The Best Floor Paints for Every Room in Your Home

The Best Floor Paints for Every Room in Your Home

Painting your floors is one of the easiest ways to...

The Best Floor Paints for Every Room in Your Home

Painting your floors is one of the easiest ways to...

The Most Common Painting Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)

The Most Common Painting Mistakes (and How to A...

We’ve all been there. You’ve picked the perfect colour, stocked...

The Most Common Painting Mistakes (and How to A...

We’ve all been there. You’ve picked the perfect colour, stocked...

Caparol Paint Explained: Which Product Should You Use and Where?

Caparol Paint Explained: Which Product Should Y...

If you have not used Caparol before, you are in...

Caparol Paint Explained: Which Product Should Y...

If you have not used Caparol before, you are in...

Why Popular Paint Colours Don’t Always Work (and How to Fix Them)

Why Popular Paint Colours Don’t Always Work (an...

We’ve all been there. You see a paint colour that...

Why Popular Paint Colours Don’t Always Work (an...

We’ve all been there. You see a paint colour that...

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