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The Decorating Dean reviews the Shield FilterSpec mask

Each month our expert, the Decorating Dean, reviews a new tool or material. This time he tests out the Shield FilterSpec mask.

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The Decorating Dean reviews the Wooster Jumbo-Koter Mini Roller

Each month our expert, the Decorating Dean, reviews a new tool or material. This time he tests out the Wooster Jumbo-Koter Mini Roller.

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The Decorating Dean reviews Coreflex scuttle liners

Each month our expert, the Decorating Dean, reviews a new tool or material. This time he tests out Coreflex scuttle liners.

You'll want to use those brushes again. Image:Thinkstock

Ask the expert: Looking after brushes and tools

Today’s Checkatrade expert is Wayne de Wet, award winning painter and decorator, who gives you a rundown on how to look after your brushes and tools.

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The Decorating Dean reviews Proform Picasso brushes

Each month our expert, the Decorating Dean, reviews a new tool or material. This time he tests out the Proform Picasso range of brushes.

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The Decorating Dean reviews Foldisheet

Each month our expert, the Decorating Dean, reviews a new tool or material. This time he tests out Foldisheet.

Dulux Trade Diamond Satinwood

The Decorating Dean reviews Dulux Trade Diamond Satinwood and Dulux Trade Diamond Eggshell paint

Each month our expert, the Decorating Dean, reviews a new tool or material. This time he tests out Dulux Trade Diamond Satinwood and Dulux Trade Diamond Eggshell paint.

The Decorating Dean reviews Handi-Pads

Each month our expert, the Decorating Dean, reviews a new tool or material. This time he tests out the latest sanding tools from Handi-Pad.

Command sticky nails review

The Command team has been on a big push lately for its sticky-nails product and I decided to give the collection a turn myself to see if it lived up to the hype.

A guide to brick and block house construction

If you are looking into building your own home there are many things you need to consider, including what type of construction method you will use. Brick and block is one of the most common in the UK. To find out more about what this entails, read our guide.

DIY power tools for women

A new range of B&Q DIY power tools are being targeted at women. The range was launched last month and is made for small, easy tasks around the home.

Decorating Dean shortlisted for tradesman award

HouseFixer.co.uk’s own Decorating Dean, also known as Wayne de Wet, has been shortlisted for a national award. The 50-year-old decorating expert writes our monthly tools and materials review during his busy schedule.

The Decorating Dean reviews LadderLimb

Our expert, the Decorating Dean, reviews a new tool or material every month. You can win anything featured here, simply visit our competitions page. This month he reviews LadderLimb and you have a chance to win one for yourself.

Prevent leak damage to your home

Leaks and the damage they cause to properties cost homeowners about £3, 300 in repair bills. According to NFU Mutual, in rain like the heavy fall currently overshadowing the UK homes can suffer both property and contents damage.

Homeowners warned to watch out for insurance policy changes

According to company Drain Claim many insurers are trying to claw back the some of the £500 million of flood damage claims by making sneaky cuts to home insurance, unbeknown to homeowners.

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