Author name: Julian Cassell

I've written many books about all aspects of DIY and Home Improvement and my titles have been translated into over 20 different languages, and sell in over 50 countries across the world. I have been a regular contributor to the Guardian newspaper and have also run my own property renovation business for over 25 years.

Box of paint brushes

Buying Guides, Decorating Tool and Material Reviews

Fox paint brushes

Julian Cassell / 05/08/2014

Fox paint brushes are a distinctive range of brushes on the market that are definitely making a few waves with […]

Redback knee protection

Buying Guides, Safety Buying Guides

Redbacks

Julian Cassell / 20/05/2014

Redbacks are a relatively new type of knee pad, which are certainly revolutionary in design, and therefore well worth reviewing

Zinsser primer sealer

Zinsser 123

Julian Cassell / 01/03/2014

Zinsser 123, or Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 to give it its full name, is a type of primer sealer that

Feature wall paint

'How-to' Guides, Painting and Papering

Painting a feature wall

Julian Cassell / 13/01/2014

Painting a feature wall in your home uses the same basic techniques employed for painting any wall. However, it’s worth

Rembrandt stubby

Buying Guides, Decorating Tool and Material Reviews

Rembrandt angular sash brushes

Julian Cassell / 20/11/2013

Rembrandt angular sash brushes are synthetic bristled paint brushes designed for applying both oil-based and water-based paints. The angled design