Whether you are finishing a new wall or refreshing a room, a coat of House Painting can dramatically change the look and feel of your home. Painting a room involves a lot of prep work. Take your time and we will show you how to prep walls before painting and use basic painting tips to quickly transform an ordinary room into something extraordinary.
How to Paint A Room Like A Pro- House Painting
Important Steps Before Painting A Room
- Remove the cover plates from electrical switches and sockets.
- Tape over switches, receptacles, and the edges of baseboards and mouldings with blue or green painter’s tape.
- Remove furniture or group it in the centre of the room and cover it with a plastic sheet or drop cloth.
- Fill in cracks, nail holes, and dents in the wall with a quick-dry poly filler.
- Wipe the wall with a tack cloth or damp rag to remove dust.
- Make sure the walls are dry before you start painting.
- Also, lay down a wall-to-wall drop cloth to protect your floor.
Tip: Avoid putting tapes on these plastic fixtures, like:
Doorbell cover, Thermostat, Receptacle cover, light switch cover, and central vacuum wall cover.
Tools For Painting A Room Like A Pro
Well, your painting tool list varies depending on the space you are working in. These are some of the important tools for painting a room like a pro:
- An Angle Paintbrush
- Roller Pan
- Stick for Roller Attachment
- Paint
- An empty paint can or tin
- Drop Cloth for Floor Protection
- Blade Mixing for Paint (It comes free with new paint)
- Sandy Block, etc
Use Primer for Better Results
Prime your walls for a good looking finish. MDI Painting Services uses primer with paint, so to get the best look and result, use a primer with paint.
An Angle Paintbrush
A good quality angle brush is essential to cut in around the edges and corners of a room.
Mask Trim
Also, work along with the mask trim and up to the tape without slopping over it. If you don’t want the paint to seep under the tape then use both your wrist and your arm to ensure better control and less fatigue.
Holding Paintbrush
Hold the brush handle between your thumb and forefinger, with your fingers on the metal ferrule.
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Prevent Paint From Drying
To prevent paint from drying with bristle ridges, lightly feather the paint around the corners and onto adjoining walls. Now cut in around the edge of the entire space you are painting before you begin rolling with paint.
Use a nine-inch roller for large expanses.
For a smooth and consistent finish without ridges, start from a corner and point to a three by three-foot section in a “W” pattern. Use light, long strokes to blend the paint. Change the direction of the roller slightly each time until the “W” disappears.
Take your time with the roller and move at a steady and moderate pace to avoid splatter. If any paint spills, clean it immediately with a damp rag. Continue the same procedure across the wall.
Use of Ladder
If you are reaching high on walls, use a ladder or an extension pole for your roller. A six-foot ladder is an ideal height for painting projects. A ladder is needed for both interior painting and exterior painting in a house. And use a four-inch roller or a good brush for small areas around windows, doors, and mouldings.
When all the painting is done, let all the painted surfaces dry for a few hours before applying another coat of paint. So, keep in mind that the procedure for a second or third coat is the same as the first.
Also, read about Professional Interior Painting Tips and Techniques.
Now, allow the final coat to dry before removing the painters’ tape and replacing the cover plates. And that’s it, your room now has a fresh new look. And enjoy the new look!
