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The first thing that pops into your head when you see a room?
Chances are, the answer is walls.
Or, more specifically, the color and imperfections on it.
So, if you are looking for ways to step up your interior game, start bypainting wallsaround you.
Its an easy solution for new homeowners.
Also, one of the most effective!
Luckily, you dont need the help of a professional to do the job.
you’re able to partake inpainting wallsyourself.
And make it a fun process, too!
However, it can get messy and, at worst, dull.
Its not a finger painting youre doing.
You need special tools to reach the corners and cover the entire wall.
So, to save you some time (and money), we created several checklists.
Lets start with theessential tools and materialsyou will use to accomplish most of the work.
Additionally, they will help avoid (or control) the mess in your workspace.
Other tools and resourcesmight come to use on special occasions.
However, nobody will hit you over the head if you get them anyway.
They might come in handy if you decide to repaint the wall in the future.
How to Prep Walls for Painting?
Whenpainting interior walls,its best totake the furniture out of the room.
On the floor, lay down some old rags you were planning to throw out anyway.
double-check there is some kind of ventilation.
Painters tape is designed specifically for painting projects.
Apply painters tape along the edges between walls and ceilings.
If you dont want to remove the light switch and outlet covers, cover them with tape.
The size of it will depend on the number of imperfections you already have on your wall.
Inspect the whole section of the wall youre going to paint and then fill it up with spackle.
Once its dry, sand the wall to get rid of any bumps.
Time to Prime (Optional)
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Be warned not all walls need priming.
Unpainted drywall and woodare porous materials that absorb liquid rather effectively.
To apply the paint evenly, you should start by priming them.
Primer is especially helpful for wood as it helps prevent the paint from being absorbed unevenly.
Peeling paintis a sign of poor painting surface preparation.
But before you repaint the peeling wall, prime it.
Primers purpose, after all, is to ensure your paint sticks well to the wall.
Sand away the old paint and apply primer for the best effect.
Concrete surfacetends to have pH levels higher than your usual drywall.
Simple paint will peel off of it easily.
There are masonry primers that will help your paint stick better.
Although costly at first, you will save money in the end.
Primer creates an adhesive layer that allows paint to stick easily.
Applying primer to the wall will give you practice before you do so with paint.
Start with a paintbrush and apply primer around the corners and edges.
Then, finish things up with a roller to fill up the rest of the space.
How to Paint Walls?
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Now comes the painting part the essential element of many painting guides.
To achieve a perfect paint job, follow these easy steps.
confirm air circulates in and out and that it doesnt stay in the room for too long.
Stir And Decant Your Paint
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Patience!
Youre just a step away from letting your creative skills shine.
But first, decant your paint (keep the lid around) and stir the paint inside.
Opening a paint can is as easy as mixing the content inside.
Use a metal rod or even a paintbrush.
When the consistency seems thick enough, pour your paint into a tray.
Corners, edges, and tight spaces.
If a roller hinders precision, better start with a paintbrush instead.
Paint an inch or two and then move on to bigger areas.
After painting, remove the tape to prevent the paint from bleeding beneath it.
Pick a Technique And Paint!
Like painting a portrait on a canvas, you should have a technique and stick to it.
However, you dont really need a method if you usestencils for painting walls.
Commonly, people paint fromthe bottom to the top.
Using this technique, you cover your roller and move it up and down the wall.
By doing this, you cover every inch of the wall with paint.
However, it might look uneven when the paint dries.
TheW techniquecomes to the rescue in this case.
Its one of the best painting tips you might get.
The main idea of it is relatively simple.
To use the W technique, stick to this:
Step 1.
Load up paint on your roller.
At arms length, paint a W on your wall.
Fill in the space around the W.
Step 4.
Fill in the leftover space in the W.
Step 5.
Reload the roller with paint and continue painting.
When you truly master it, youll save time and money.
So, dont always stick to the two methods listed here.
Apply your paint evenly, depending on the situation.
Well, it earned its meaning for a reason.
The paint dries slowly, boringly.
Instead of watching it dry completely, you could use the time to do some productive tasks.
Putting Away the Paint
The paint can is there for a reason.
Usually, whenpainting walls, people stick to a single color.
So, if you have any leftover paint in the tray, pour it back into the can.
To avoid further mess:
1.
Use a paintbrush to guide the content cleanly into the can.
Pop the lid back on the can and keep the paint in a shaded place.
When you need it again, pop the top off, and there you have it!
Keep your paint as fresh as the day you bought it.
Leftover paint on a roller will solidify and wont come off so quickly.
When the roller seems clean enough (when the water is clear), leave it to dry.
The exact same process goes for the paint brushes.
Paint will come out easier from other tools like trays and spackles.
Ready for the Big Reveal?
If you dont need a second coat of paint, you should prepare for the big reveal.
However, you shouldnt rely entirely on paint to make the room pop.
Sometimes, mixingestablished room styleswith a new coat of paint can create a unique and fantastic design!
FAQ
Can I Just Paint Over Old Paint?
it’s possible for you to put another coat of paint over an old one.
If the paint is oil-based, get the same for a fresh coat.
How Many Coats of Paint on the Wall?
Rule of thumb: its best to have two coats of paint on a surface.
It makes the color pop and the design seamless.
Why Wont Paint Stick to the Wall?
Surface-wise, if you arepainting textured walls, the paint might not stick.
Also, if the wall is covered in dirt and grease, the paint will have difficulty sticking.
