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Making sustainable decisions when it comes to our range of tools was a #1 priority: roller frames with bamboo handles from a managed forest, sugarcane pulp paint trays, and eco-friendly packaging. 

Want to do your bit for the planet while painting? Stay eco-friendly with our eco-friendly decorating tools from our newly launched range of \nLickPro Tools\n. Including brushes, trays, rollers, and more - you know, all that essential gear that makes painting possible.\n\nAll the products listed below are made entirely from sustainably sourced materials such as bamboo and sugarcane and are either compostable, biodegradable, reusable or recyclable. They are tools you'll be proud to work with. Plus, they're all super durable–because what's more sustainable than products that last?\n\nRead on for the full low-down:\nEco-friendly decorating tools: paint brushes \nMeet our brand new bamboo brushes, manufactured in Europe using sustainably farmed bamboo. Why bamboo? Well, it grows a couple of feet every day, and you never cut it at the root - which means no deforestation. To top it off, it keeps our air clean by producing up to 35% more oxygen than its alternatives.\n\nIt’s not all just bamboo though. The recycled natural bristles are designed for durability and precise painting, and all the metal used is recycled too.

Eco-friendly decorating tools: paint rollers\nWe've perfected every element of the humble roller, designed to make decorating easier. These \neco-friendly rollers\n have ergonomic handles for your comfort, recycled sleeves to streamline loading up, and quality frames for an effortlessly even finish everywhere.

Eco-friendly decorating tools: biodegradable dust sheet\nYou can’t paint without making a little mess along the way. Protect your floors, furniture and fave things with our biodegradable dust sheet. Not only is it resistant to spills and splodges, this sheet is also oxo-biodegradable. This means that it can be recycled, and if it isn’t recycled, it will biodegrade in landfill much faster than biodegradable sheets. These sheets only need oxygen to degrade, and will disappear to a safe microscopic level, even safe for marine environments. Good for your wallet, great for the environment.

Eco-friendly decorating tools: painters masking tape\nYep, you can even get masking tape that’s better for the environment. Our masking tape can be disposed of in your at-home recycling bin. For the cleanest, crispest edges, this tape will help you paint inside the lines. It won't damage your walls – just be sure to peel off when the paint is slightly wet to the touch for a perfect finish. Perfect for protecting those skirting boards from splatters. Learn \nhow to use masking tape when decorating\n.

Eco-friendly decorating tools: sugarcane pulp paint trays\nFrom farm to front room, our sugarcane \npaint tray\n has actually won an award or two. It’s made from organic sugarcane, a by-product of the food industry, and sourced from a collective in Thailand where they train local farmers to cultivate crops sustainably, creating seed banks for future generations. See why it won those awards?\n\nBonus: the tray is biodegradable, compostable, and recyclable, so you don’t even have to bother with washing it when you're finished. Add paint, use and dry, add more paint, use and dry, add more paint. And it'll stay just as strong after every use until you finally dispose of it, knowing the tray will decompose in no time at all.

But what about your paint and wallpaper? \nGood question. When you buy paint and wallpaper from Lick, we give a little back to try and minimise any environmental damage:\nFor every tin of Lick paint we sell, we’ll remove 18g of plastic from the ocean (the equivalent of 2 plastic bottles), thanks to our friends at \n4ocean\n. \nFor every roll of wallpaper sold, we’re partnering with the incredible \nOneTreePlanted\n to plant a tree.\nNot sure what to do with that leftover paint? Read our guide on \nhow to dispose of paint\n sustainably or even better, all the eco-friendly and creative things you can do with \nleftover paint\n! For more on our sustainability efforts, visit our all-new \nSustainability hub\n.

The secret to achieving a flawless finish for your paint job isn’t just in the technique; you need to arm yourself with the best tools if you want to paint walls that wow. \nFrom brushes to paint rollers, prepare yourself for a professional paint project by gathering the tools below.\nTools for the prep\n
Don’t underestimate the importance of careful prep for a flawless paint finish. Here’s what you need to get to prep like a pro: \nA sharp stripping knife. Painting on a surface with scraps of old wallpaper? Take it off carefully with a stripping knife, taking care to avoid the plaster.\nA piece of fine sandpaper to sand down any bumps or lumps. Make sure your painting surface is as smooth as possible before application. \nSoap, sponge, gloves and a bucket. Get your surfaces ready by sponging them down with a mixture of warm water and trusty soap. Greasy surfaces are no good for painting - a good washing up liquid can be particularly good. Rinse off the soap after cleaning, and leave to dry overnight before getting started. \nProtect skirting boards and switches from splodges by covering them with masking tape (discover \nhow to use painter's masking tape when decorating\n).\nWall filler and a filling knife to tackle any holes and gaps and create a smooth working surface.\nSand down any uneven bits with a piece of fine sandpaper. Prepare for things to get a little dusty with this tool so keep a hoover handy.  \nProtective \ndecorators dust sheets\n to save your flooring and furniture. Opt for canvas for ultimate protection. \nPrimer paint for a solid base and a more intense and longer-lasting finish. Make sure you give your coat of primer enough time to dry before applying any colour.\nA paint roller extension pole if you are painting a high ceiling and need some help reaching it.

(Tip: Using Lick paint? Save time and money by skipping the primer - our paint is designed to ensure you just need a few coats with no need for a primer on most surfaces.)\n

Tools for the application\n
All prepped and ready to go? Here’s what you need to get on with the application: \nA tin of Lick paint (okay, you can get any brand you like). \nPaintbrush. In the paintbrush vs. paint roller debate; we always say, get both. Brushes are much better for tackling edges and corners, as well as dealing with tricky areas such as behind radiators or around frames. \nPaint roller. Rollers are the best application tools for central surface areas. Trust us, you’ll save yourselves a lot of time by investing in a good paint roller rather than attempting an entire room with a brush.  \nSafety glasses and mask. Protect yourself from fumes and dust by getting your painting gear on. Oh, and we would also recommend putting on your least favourite clothes for the task. 

Once you’ve gathered all the above, you’re ready to go. Take a deep breath and reach for that brush. It’s time to start the \npainting process\n...\n

The time has come, you’re finally redecorating. You’ve downed tools after a full day’s painting when it dawns on you: how am I \never\n going to clean these brushes? There are few things less appealing after a day of DIY than cleaning up the mess you’ve made. Fortunately, Lick’s \nwater-based paints\n aren’t just easier on the environment, they’re easier to clean full stop. Meaning you won’t be stuck standing over the kitchen sink.\n\nThat’s because all of our \ndecorating supplies\n are either compostable, biodegradable, reusable, or recyclable. Made from sustainably sourced bamboo, our \npaintbrushes\n and \nrollers\n are designed to have a long lifespan and be easily recyclable or biodegradable once you’re finished with them. As easy to reuse and recycle as they are to use, that’s the idea.

So, if you’re wondering how to clean your paintbrush or how to get your paint roller spotless, read on:\nHow to clean and care for your paint brush and roller\n\nStep 1.\n Remove larger amounts of paint from the brush or roller by scraping it against the inside of the tin. \n\nStep 2.\n Grab your marigolds and prepare some warm, (ideally eco) soapy water in a clean container – rather than in your sink directly).\n\nStep 3.\n Dip the paintbrush or roller into the water, working the soap through the brush’s bristles or roller. \n\nStep 4.\n Rinse and repeat until the water runs clear. \n\nStep 5.\n Pat your brush and roller dry with a kitchen towel or clean, old cloth. Store until your next use.\nTop time-saving tip: \nthere’s no need to clean your brushes and rollers if you're using them the following day. Just wrap the bristles or roller head in clingfilm and seal with masking tape to prevent them from drying out. 

So, now you know how to clean your paint roller and brushes – no excuses. You don’t even have to wash out our \npaint trays\n! Just wait for them to dry until their next use.\nHow to store supplies and leftover paint\n\nOnce you’ve finished with your supplies, store them somewhere they won’t get too mucky. If you have any leftover paint use the plastic bung provided to secure the tin. If the metal screw cap has become clogged with paint, the plastic bung alone is enough to preserve it. Or if you fancy getting creative, take a look at some of our ideas for \nwhat to do with leftover paint\n. \n\nOne for wallpapering rather than painting? Why not take a look at Lick’s \nguide to decorating sustainably with wallpaper\n. We’ve got all the \nsupplies\n and know-how you need to hang it like a pro. \n\nSo, whether you’re painting or papering, happy decorating!

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