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Skirtings and facings
Anonymous user 28/02/2024 - 3.46 PM
Every skirting board and facing in my hallway and up stairs have been painted in a dark grey gloss by previous owners , i want them back to white , some of them look abit shabby and old . My question is should i get them all replaced or painted over ?
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4 Answers
Sapphire home improvements
Rating: 5 out of 5
If the wood is in a very bad condition it would be cheaper and look better to have it replaced.
Answered6 November 2019
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Greatwood Fencing & Cabin Co
Rating: 5 out of 5
If you want a flawless finish, replace the existing skirtings etc with new, it’s a better job in the long run & less time for a P&D
Answered8 November 2019
1
Hugh Marshall Carpenter.
Rating: 4.4 out of 5
It really depends on how much work you want to do on the skirting. If it is a particularly ornate period, or hardwood, skirting, then stripping, refurbishing and decorating it will maintain the character of your home. If it is a simple, fairly modern moulding, then labour costs would suggest replacing it would be the most cost effective solution.
Answered8 November 2019
1
BA Locks & Joinery
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hugh Marshall has answered spot on .
Answered8 November 2019
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