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Painting is one of the easiest and
most impactful DIY projects for
homeowners to quickly update
their homes. Whether it's a new look
in a master bathroom, adding a pop of
color to the guest room, fi nishing off a
basement remodel or anything in-between,
a fresh coat of paint provides a
fresh spin that's all your own.
To make your painting project go
smoothly, consider following these
important steps. Take this task list
from the experts at Purdy Professional
Painting Tools into account before
diving in to your DIY painting project.
Find inspiration. Having a final
design in mind before starting your
project can help you plan. From the
obvious wall color to more intricate
details like painting trim, doors, the
ceiling and more, starting your project
with a plan can help you avoid multiple
trips to the store.
Remember, the details are important:
incorporating the correct types and
sheens of paint, using complementary
colors, buying the proper amount of
paint and more.
Collect the right tools. Part of the
planning process includes ensuring
you have the proper tools for the project.
A paint brush, roller cover, roller frame,
paint tray and extension pole are the basic
essentials for your project's success.
From step ladders and putty knives to
wood fi ller and drop cloths, it's crucial
to have everything you need.
However, keep in mind that not all
tools are created equal. For example,
when you use a high-quality paint
brush, you're more likely to paint
straight lines when cutting in to corners
and walls. You may also notice a much
smoother fi nish, one without unsightly
brush strokes, which means a more visually
appealing result with less eff ort,
too. One option is Purdy Brushes, which
are specially designed and hand-craft ed
to ensure you get professional-quality
results every time. Find a tool selector
to help you fi nd the best brushes, roller
covers and painting accessories for
your project at purdy.com.
Prepare the area. Proper planning
for your project depends on which
room in the house you're painting. The
main rules of thumb include removing
everything from your walls - including
curtains, decor and switch plates - using
drop cloths to cover fl oors; removing or
lowering light fi xtures from the ceiling;
and emptying the room of tables, lamps,
furniture and other movable objects. If
this isn't possible, push all the pieces to
the center of the room and cover with
drop cloths.
Don't forget to prepare the surface
you are going to paint. Patch and sand
any holes or imperfections. Then wipe
down surfaces you plan to paint with
warm water, which helps remove dirt
and dust that can sometimes prevent
paint from adhering. If possible, open
windows for better ventilation once
you're ready to start.
Clean up. When the painting process
is fi nished and you're appreciating the
hard work, don't forget the job isn't done
until you've properly cleaned up. Paint
brushes and roller covers should be
washed promptly aft er use to ensure
they can be used again. Use warm water
and mild detergent to clean then let air
dry. If you end up with left over paint, it
can be helpful to save some for future
touch-ups. One helpful tip is to write
on the can what room or walls you
painted, the date and color name. This
information can be benefi cial should
you need to purchase more paint at a
later date.
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