When it comes to transforming your space, a new lick of paint can make it feel fresh and new. While it might seem ...

If paint dried on some of the bristles, leave the brush in the liquid to soak. Rinse the brush in (new) hot, soapy water. Then give them a final rinse in clean water.

How you should wash your brushes and rollers depends on the type of paint you've been using. Thankfully, we've got all you need to know on how to clean off latex or water-based, and oil-based paints.

Fan brush: another brilliant blending tool, fan brushes can also be used to add interesting textures to your piece – especially when it comes to painting foliage, greenery or waves.