House painting can be a big job. It’s important to make sure you have everything you need ahead of time and plenty of time to get the job done. DIY home painting is something that can be frustrating and tricky if you aren’t prepared, so I’m going to give you a few painting tips to make sure things go smoothly.
1. Primer is your friend. Yes, it’s another coat that has to go on, but if you are painting light on dark or over a pattern, you will certainly want primer paint. It eliminates the hassle of waiting for the paint to dry only to discover that the background is still showing through.
2. Use a pole. An extension pole which allows you to screw in the paint roller is a very good idea. This will let you reach the ceiling and higher areas of the wall without danger. Often, people will balance on chairs or step ladders which can be dangerous. Not to mention, you have to step down every few minutes to fill the roller with paint again. A pole will let you reach up and down easily and make longer strokes, getting the job done faster.
3. Keep track of paint colors. Paint gets scratched, chipped and rubbed off, so it’s very possible that you will need to repaint areas after a time. It is invaluable to have the actual paint code for when you need to buy more and really beats having to redo the entire room.
If you’re about to start a house painting project, make sure you carefully calculate the paint required. DIY home painting can be very time consuming and you don’t want to make it more so. Follow these painting tips and things will go a lot smoother.
