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Ideal Home
Lauren Bradbury

How to paint skirting boards with carpet in 5 easy steps – refresh your home without ruining your carpet

Corner of grey and white living room with chair and open shelving.

You might think that it’s impossible to paint skirting boards without ripping up your carpet or accidentally painting dodgy lines around the perimeter of your room, but we’ve got some good news for you. It’s very much possible!

It's always a good idea to paint your skirting boards every so often, but when it comes to home decor ideas, your skirting boards are probably fairly low down on your priority list. After all, it’s no secret that they offer more substance than style. But as they’re often forgotten, skirting boards can quickly fall into disarray and look old, tired, and dirty.

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