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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

Thank you, Kim. I’ll get back to posting this week! Hope you’re well.

Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Thank you. That’s fantastic to hear and glad I did so. Never compare to anyone but yourself when decorating. It’s just practice and patience.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Front door high gloss. I applied my top coat gloss with a microfibre mini roller sleeve, and instantly ‘layed off’ the paint with a Staalmeester 1 Series brush.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

I’ve tried it before, but prefer as it is. It tests you that’s for sure as can run if over applied.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Haha. Yes I’m not far from there! Cheers, mate.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Before & after. This porch is one I finished today. Finished in Sikkens XD Gloss. My go-to for all exterior woodwork. Gutter & fascia finished in soft sheen black. I also restored the door furniture to finish it all off. Step was stripped back & finished in Sadolin Exta wood stain.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

I wanted to help my client to improve the appearance of their exterior light & was happy to do as a gesture. A simple removal of the glass, cleaned & polished. And I then prepped & painted the light using Beddec MSP paint in soft sheen. Restore, don’t replace.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Today I started next door to the property I’ve just redecorated externally. This time, the front door is white gloss.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

That’s really kind thank you.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

No on the door itself I used Dulux Weathersheild.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

High gloss. Personally, I love this colour. So many front doors are within the same range. Lots of greens at the moment. Now this original Victorian front door is back to its former glory.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

These are Staalmeester brushes. 1 Series.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Sounded like it indeed. A real collection of skills.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Thank you. Bet he’s taught you a few tricks of the trade.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Oil gloss after many hours of work fine tuning the surface and building up coats (6 in total) with a high grade sand between coats. This is using Dulux Weathersheild Gloss.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Well, that fell apart quicker than… Insert your own line.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Today I sanded the primed (white woodwork) after a 2nd fill. The front door was sanded after the filler cured overnight & this is the first coat on the front door finish. This will be filled finely tomorrow & I’ll then be closer to finishing the door. Do you like the colour…?

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Staalmeester brushes are handmade in Amsterdam and are by far, my favourite brushes to use. Particularly when painting a front door in a high gloss finish.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Today: polished the letterbox & step. First coat of primer applied which highlights imperfections. Filled the door, ready to sand smooth tomorrow. It’s about eliminating imperfections, sinking points & removing nibs. This is paramount when applying a gloss finish. Colour - Mulberry Burst.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Bringing this brass step back to life.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

My current project in Wimbledon. Gutters cleaned. Canopy and woodwork prep, front door striped back to reveal the fine details. Door furniture will be polished and restored. Likely to be a shade of green on the door…

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Rot always goes deeper than many realise!

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

This is before prep on the left and the first coat of primer. Hand applied brush work takes time to master without runs.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

For a while now, I’ve used ChatGPT to create images to show my client what colour ) finish options could potentially look like. Whether I’m painting a room, door or kitchen units. It’s a helpful tool to give enough idea to base a decision on. Consider using it too at home.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Taking this front door back to its bare and starting again. This is my favourite time to do exteriors. Not too hot but still warm enough for products to dry at a good rate. Colour yet to be decided.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

I certainly didn’t expect this to happen. Pleased to have made it this far, regardless of if I actually win. ☺️

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Ah ok thanks I’ll take a look at the app!

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Just heard today is the last day that the sun sets after 8pm until 2027…

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Fantastic. Thank you, Richard. I’ll try to visit both.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

This was a job I throughly enjoyed. Little Greene shades used throughout.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Thanks for think of me. Great find. Is this a National Trust house?

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Today I visited & photographed one of the most striking combinations in Morlaix: the 15th–16th-century Église Saint-Mélaine with the enormous 19th-century railway viaduct passing directly behind it. I was in my element admiring the engineering & in wonder of the medieval architecture.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

I bet! Compared to modern day flooring. And thank you. I enjoy what I do. Good on your dad for doing so. Much is just ripped out & replaced, as I’m sure you know.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

And as you can see, the side panels have simple incised line work rather than applied mouldings, another feature seen on many original painted softwood surrounds. These details I did my best to bring back from many years of heavy paint applied over the years mix making them more visible once again.

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Gary Burton @theofficialgrb.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

I’ve throughly enjoyed restoring this original fireplace surround. The corbels have a typical late Victorian shape with the fluted scrolls & acanthus leaf detail. The centre tablet with the roundel & incised decoration is a common Victorian design, particularly from around the 1880–1900 period.

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