Paint is an easy way to update the look and feel of your living spaces. Hiring a painter is expensive, so many people choose to paint their walls themselves. Learning how to paint will save you money and improve your skills. Here are a few helpful tips so you can learn to paint like a pro.
Paint During Dry Weather
It is not advisable to paint when it is raining or humid. Painting when it is wet outside results in the paint drying more slowly. Moisture affects the ability of the paint to adhere to the walls and it is more likely to drip. To paint like a pro, wait for dry weather. The paint will dry quickly and you’ll see better results.
Inspect Your Walls to Paint Like a Pro
Professional painters visually inspect and repair the walls before they start painting. Examine the walls for holes, cracks, and areas of flaking paint. Patch holes and cracks and lightly sand areas to smooth the surface. If you notice dirty or greasy patches, wash them. Wipe the walls down with a damp cloth to remove dust and let them dry before applying paint. Clean, smooth walls are best for paint adhesion.
Purchase High-Quality Tools
The brushes, rollers, painter’s tape, and roller covers you use will affect the quality of your work. Low-quality paintbrushes tend to lose their bristles while you are painting. Good roller covers and paintbrushes are durable and provide excellent coverage, saving you money on paint. Use high-quality painter’s tape to prevent blurs and drips. Talk to the paint specialist at your local hardware store. They will be able to offer advice on the best type of paint, brushes, and rollers to buy.
Mask the Space to Paint Like a Pro
Paint on your carpets and furniture is unsightly and difficult to remove. To paint like a pro, cover furniture and flooring. Use plastic sheeting to protect your furniture and secure it with tape. Canvas drop cloths are great for covering floors because they absorb paint splatters and aren’t slippery to walk on. Use masking tape to protect window frames and trim. Cover door knobs or remove them before painting the doors.
Paint From Top to Bottom
Apply paint from the top of the wall and work toward the bottom to paint smoothly and evenly. You’ll have fewer streaks and drips. Begin by cutting in the edges at the ceiling and the baseboard, then use your roller to paint downward from the top. If you are painting an entire room, paint the ceiling first, allow it to dry, then paint the walls.
Painting your house is an easy and inexpensive DIY project. Use the above tips to paint like a pro.
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