Painting is one of the easiest ways to redecorate your place but can quickly turn into a nightmare due to carelessness. Learn tips on how to paint, how to prep and clean up tricks.
Tip 1: Avoid lap marks by rolling the full height of the wall and by keeping a wet edge.
Tip 2: Know the area you are going to paint before heading to the store.
Tip 3: By minimum quantity of paint initially if you are not sure about the color.
Tip 4: Always clean and sand the dirty walls before you paint on them.
Tip 5: Mix several cans of paint in a large bucket for a consistent color throughout the room and avoid several shades on the same wall.
Tip 6: Prime and texture the wall patches to avoid a blotchy finish.
Tip 7: Paint the trim first then move onto the walls.
Tip 8: Use cloths and old sheets to cover the floor rather than plastic sheets.
Tip 9: Hire required equipment for painting to get the adequate finish.
Tip 10: Use the W technique while painting.
Tip 11: Use nylon brushes for water-based and natural brushes for oil-based paint.
Tip 12: Know which roller to use based on the surface.
Tip 13: Keep some extra paint for touch up in a small glass jar after the painting is done.
Tip 14: Use soap to clean off the paint from the brush immediately after painting.
Tip 15: You could always trust us to get your job done perfectly.
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