Microcement, Wallpaper, Painting: Choosing the right wallpaper – Mark Hunt | Home Building Podcast

00:23 – Mark’s Background in Painting & Interiors 
01:52 – From Basic Paint to Feature Finishes 
03:58 – How to Properly Sample Paint Colours 
05:34 – Modern Wallpaper Technology Explained 
06:35 – Why Laser Measuring Beats Old School Methods 
08:14 – Custom Murals & Statement Walls 
09:26 – Wallpaper in Bathrooms & Showers 
10:27 – Feature Walls: Where They Actually Work 
11:02 – What Does Wallpaper Really Cost? 
13:15 – Affordable vs Premium Wallpaper 
15:25 – Limewash, Rag Rolling & Old-School Techniques 
16:38 – Renovation Challenges & Surface Prep 
18:16 – Bold Design vs Playing It Safe 
20:42 – Cheap Wallpaper Mistakes to Avoid 
21:18 – Why You Need a Professional Installer 
23:25 – Panel Walls & Statement Installations 
24:32 – Display Homes vs Real-World Wear & Tear 
26:14 – Microcement: What It Is & Why It’s Trending 
27:54 – Microcement in Showers & Wet Areas 
29:03 – Maintenance & Resealing Explained 
30:51 – Faux Stone, Benchtops & Creative Finishes 
32:27 – Why All-White Homes Can Feel Flat 
33:59 – Black Doors & High-Maintenance Finishes 
36:26 – Surface Cracking & Common Issues 
39:26 – Cost Per Square Metre for Specialty Finishes 
41:50 – Driveways, Concrete & Exterior Options 
44:20 – Industrial Finishes & Custom Effects 
45:53 – Working Inside Clients’ Homes 
48:10 – Mental Health in the Trades 
50:16 – 10K Question 
51:31 – Future-Proofing with Solar & Power Planning 
52:00 – Final Advice for Homeowners