Interior Painting 101 Learn To Paint Like A Pro
Most people can apply paint to a wall; however, the tips located above will teach you how to paint like a pro. Your interior painting projects will go from looking ho hum to looking like you hired a professional paint crew. Incorporate the 10 techniques listed below to help ensure your walls look amazing.
1. To prevent lap marks from occurring on your walls, run your paint roller from ceiling to floor. The edge of the paint should be wet. This will help ensure the paint smooths out on the next pass down the wall.
2. If you are painting a large room that will require more than one gallon of paint, you should mix all of your paint cans together in a large bucket and stir. This will help ensure that the color stays uniform throughout.
3. For a crisp edge, allow paint to completely dry before trying to remove the painter's tape. Once the paint is dry, run a sharp straight edge along the paint line for a crisp, clean line.
4. When you begin your painting project, prime and paint your trim first and allow to dry completely before starting on your walls. This will help ensure that you do not smudge or accidentally get paint on your walls. Once the paint on the trim is dry, tape off your trim and paint your walls.
5. If you must do a wall patch, it is important to get it ready to receive the paint. Allow the patch to dry completely, then lightly sand to help match the texture with the texture of your walls. Then, apply two to three coats of primer. This will keep your walls from having a blotchy appearance.
6. Adhesion is an important part of any painting project. Therefore, it is essential that you remove all oil and debris from your walls. Wash your walls with degreaser. Then, rinse your walls twice and allow to dry before beginning any painting project.
7. The best way to give the appearance of a uniform paint job is to roll your paint along the edges. This helps keep the texture consistent throughout your entire painting project.
8. Cotton drop cloths work better than plastic drop cloths. Cotton drop cloths quickly absorb the paint, while plastic drop cloths allow the paint to run.
9. If you are unable to keep a wet edge while painting or you need to stop painting, feather your edges out. This will allow you to begin again without causing lines to appear in your paint job.
10. Finally, for that perfectly smooth finish, apply two coats of primer and lightly sand before applying the paint. Additionally, applying two coats of quality paint with light sanding in between will give you a perfectly smooth paint job just like the pros.
Everyone must paint their interior walls from time to time. The advice located above will help you get the job done faster and better than ever before. Put these techniques to memory and begin incorporating them into your interior painting strategies. You will be rewarded with beautiful walls any homeowner would be proud of.
