jimrod

93 posts in around 20 years is my only excuse. Sorry, and thanks for rectifying both issues.

Thanks for the reply, Steve. I believe if someone is unable to travel alone, there are services (medical staff) who can take him to his destination. I'm sure that this type of service has been used before by expats needing assistance to get home. If so, it's better to get first-hand feedback on the service provided. I did google it, and it's though to know which ones are reputable.

This may be one of the options for a friend should they need to return to the UK. I'd much prefer some recommendations from people on here who have had experience with this. Apologies if this is in the wrong place. I rarely use the forum, but I know the knowledge is extensive.

A quick update. The 'putting the adhesive on the wall' was a total curve ball. As for the latex, I should have gone with my gut on this one. You basically dilute it until you are happy with the consistency. My advice here would be, to keep diluting until it's dripping off the brush. Easy peazy, lemon squeezy as they say. The advice on painting, which wasn't asked for, fell completely on deaf ears. If it floats your boat, I'm happy for you. The advice on the process was welcomed albeit not required. Probably using the word guidance had people thinking I was a novice. Albeit more as a hobby, I've been wallpapering for more years than I care to remember.

The decision is made, Stephen. To be honest, I've never seen paint looking better. It's a personal preference, I guess.

I've already bought the latex, but this 'ready to use' one might have the latex banished to the cupboard. Thanks.

Thanks for this mate. I've done loads of wallpapering, but it's good to get responses like this. My concerns are about how quickly it may dry too.

It should sound like, I've never done it with latex before. That's all.

I'm not asking for advice on whether it should be painted or not. I'm not looking to hire someone. I've always done my own decorating but with the more traditional solvite. If I had it, I wouldn't have started this thread. Using latex is new to me, I'll get there, but I thought maybe pop in here and get some views.

I'll be using TOA latex adhesive for wallpapering and I just wanted some guidance. Firstly, is there a recommended split of adhesive and water for the right consistency? Secondly, I was thrown a curved ball by someone saying I should paste the wall, not the paper. Is that good advice? Is it optional, as I'd rather do it old school? TIA

Not sure if this is the right home for this. Are there any groups going to this tomorrow? Any individuals with a car looking to reduce the costs? Anyone looking to share a Bolt (about, 1800bt)?