Having raided my Mum's charity pile, I found some lovely wooden tea light holders which could do with a new lease of life. So off I popped down to this DIY store. I have been here once before to pick up some very reasonably priced flower pots and compost. I had a list of three different colour paints, masking tape, craft brushes and sandpaper.
Alike all DIY shops, this one was just as overwhelming, however, a member of staff was conveniently located in the front of the store. All you have to say is "sandpaper, please" and they will take you to the exact location. I listed all of my items one by one and was directed to them within seconds. There are many types of items to choose from, different brands and different budgets, to suit everyone.
Located at the back of the store were a few shelves containing paint pots, but not the sample pots I required. I asked the kind gentleman whether they did any other paint, and to my surprise they had their very own mixing machine! I chose from hundreds of colours and they were able to whip the paint up in a jiffy. On the final pot of paint the machine decided to pack up! The staff were so friendly and kept apologising while they fixed the machine. I didn't mind waiting the extra ten minutes as they were very chatty - and I learnt how to purge a mixing machine! The three pots of 250ml paint came to just over £10 which is quite reasonable in my opinion.
6 craft brushes, 3 sheets of different roughness sandpapers, a roll of masking tape and 3 pots of 250ml paint equated to just over £16! I prefer to support local and independent businesses rather than going to the bigger 'super stores' and this store have done themselves proud. I received excellent service and at a great price. I'd definitely recommend this DIY shop to anybody!
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