Top Five DIY Painting Tips from Master Painters

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Top Painting Tips from Professional Painters

  • Move as much as you can out of the room you are planning to paint. The more space you have to work in the better. Painting is messy and can be hazardous when you are working on ladders or dealing with solvents and dust.
  • Don't cut corners on prep work. Proper surface preparation can be more than 50 percent of a paint job. To make the area as smooth as possible you will need to scrape off old paint, sand, and repairing cracks or holes with putty. Next you'll need to clean the area with sponge or high-pressure washer. Once you have allowed sufficient drying time then you'll need to prepare the surface with a high-quality primer or sealer. Never paint over a dirty, dusty, damp or mildewed surface. This will lead to paint failure.
  • Only buy quality paint.
  • Shell out for quality brushes and rollers. You will get better paint coverage and a higher quality finish.
  • Don't overload the brush or roller. Put as much paint on the brush as you can control without making drips.
  • Work from the top down - ceiling first, then do the walls.
  • Back-prep between coats. Sand off any bumps and fix any trouble spots before applying the next coat. Turn on interior lighting so that you can clearly see any imperfections or drips.
  • Keep an eye on the weather. Rain, direct sunlight, humid and windy weather will affect drying times of paint and can affect the paint finish. When painting exterior surfaces, stop painting early enough for the surface to dry before evening dampness or due sets in.
  • Don't be afraid to call in the professionals. Most people underestimate the skill and time it takes to achieve a quality finish. It is better to stop the job half way through than complete a poor quality job, which will take more time and money to fix.

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