Allowable expenses when letting rooms?

Hi,

I let two rooms out in my own home, and as I am not using the
rent-a-room tax allowance, I deduct 2/3rds of expenses against the
income.

I understand that repairs are an allowable expense, but need a more
precise definition

I'm wondering if the following are allowable:
- Replacement of lock and keys as tenant has lost theirs, hence
security risk
- Decoration/Painting of lounge, as was in need and in poor condition.

I've looked here:
http://tinyurl.com/32ytqb
but I'm still not sure.

Thanks for any pointers

zeebop
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