What’s the first thing you notice when you walk into a room? I don’t know about you but for us it’s the color and flow of the room. If there are splotchy or chipping parts on the wall it’s bound to stick out like a sore thumb. This is where it’s important to know the process of painting in order to avoid these eye cringing situations.
To begin picking the paint is an important part of the process. It is highly suggested to get as many testers as possible to see what fits the flow of the room. The best way to get an idea is trying samples on the wall being painted especially since light can make the colors appear differently. Then from there picking the finish you want. Latex and water based paints dry quicker and have less fumes but oil based paints are much more durable and may be best for higher traffic areas.
The first thing that should always be done before painting is to always protect what’s in the room from the paint itself. You want to remove all furniture, cover the floors and protect the borders with painters tape. Next step is to scrape off any peeling paint, fill in any holes in the wall and sand the walls down.
You may ask what is the best way to apply the paint and that all depends on what is being painted. For example synthetic bristles are the best for water based paints as it doesn’t absorb water and won’t cause track marks. A natural bristle is best for used solvent paints as it creates a smoother finish. For bigger areas it is best to go with a roller as it will 1. Help with texture depending on the roller size. 2. Be easier to accomplish more with less work. You may also consider a paint primer to help reach the best adhesive and durability from your paint.
To close, you want to remove all tape and do it before the paint is dry so that it doesn’t damage any new paint. Once this is done you may clean up the area and enjoy your beautifully new painted area.
