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Colour of the Year 2024

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Colour of the Year 2024
#AskHelen - How do you Paint a Scalloped Wall Border?

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#AskHelen How to paint your IKEA Furniture

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#AskHelen - Can you Wallpaper A Bathroom?

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My Top Product Recommendations for Colour Drenching

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By now, you’re probably familiar with the fabulous colour drenching...

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By now, you’re probably familiar with the fabulous colour drenching...

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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

My favourite colours for colour drenching

My favourite colours for colour drenching

If you’ve been scrolling through Instagram or flicking through interior...

My favourite colours for colour drenching

If you’ve been scrolling through Instagram or flicking through interior...

What is colour drenching?

What is colour drenching?

Let’s dive into the story of colour drenching—a trend that’s...

What is colour drenching?

Let’s dive into the story of colour drenching—a trend that’s...

Get an Insta-Worthy Home Office You Won't Want To Leave The House For!

Get an Insta-Worthy Home Office You Won't Want ...

Create an Insta-worthy home office that maximises your productivity Decorating...

Get an Insta-Worthy Home Office You Won't Want ...

Create an Insta-worthy home office that maximises your productivity Decorating...

Colour of the Year 2024

Colour of the Year 2024

It's that time again, new year means a fresh batch...

Colour of the Year 2024

It's that time again, new year means a fresh batch...

3 Easy Steps To Paint Your Front Door

3 Easy Steps To Paint Your Front Door

Ok so the weather isn't quite there yet but I...

3 Easy Steps To Paint Your Front Door

Ok so the weather isn't quite there yet but I...

#AskHelen How to paint your IKEA Furniture

#AskHelen How to paint your IKEA Furniture

It's often seen as the mecca, the place you’re guaranteed...

#AskHelen How to paint your IKEA Furniture

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The Magic of Monochrome

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The Magic of Monochrome
Laura Ashley Wallpaper and Paint: Our top picks to transform your Bedroom, Living Room and Kitchen!

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Laura Ashley Wallpaper and Paint: Our top picks...

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How To Hang Wallpaper

How To Hang Wallpaper

How To Hang Wallpaper

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How to Paint New Plaster! What is Mist Coating and Why is it so Important?

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How to Paint New Plaster! What is Mist Coating ...

How To Get Rid of Mould in Bathroom

How To Get Rid of Mould in Bathroom

How To Get Rid of Mould in Bathroom

How To Remove Wallpaper Without a Steam Stripper

How To Remove Wallpaper Without a Steam Stripper

How To Remove Wallpaper Without a Steam Stripper