Worktops & Decorating

Even the most careful amongst us can't help splashing a bit of paint when decorating. The most frequent problem is small specks of paint from a roller. If you find these on your worktop or other Bordercraft items, they can easily be removed. Firstly, wait until the paint has dried completely. Take a green nylon scouring pad, the ones from the supermarket used for dishes but without the foam pad. Coat it liberally with the oil you normally use - Finishing Oil for Oak, Ash, Walnut, Maple and Cherry, Sunflower Oil for Iroko and all End Grain Chopping Boards, or Furniture Wax for all lacquered products. Gently rub over the affected areas, working with the grain, until all the paint is removed. Wipe over with a clean, dry cotton cloth and that's it. The same method can also be used over dull, tired looking areas to give them a fresh new appearance.