Paint Perfect

Painting is one of the easiest and most inexpensive ways to change the look of your home. Getting started and knowing what to do is usually the hardest part but the following tips these tips will help to make your painting projects easier. These instructions and suggestions can save you time and effort while helping you end up with a better-looking paint job.

PREPARE THE SURFACE

Clean the surface to be painted.

Fill in any cracks or holes with putty before starting the painting job.

Caulk all joints, cracks and seams in the surface before painting.

Check around the window panes for loose or missing putty. Replace the putty in these areas before starting the painting job.

Use drop cloths to cover floors, furniture, etc.

PAINTING POINTERS

Thoroughly mix the paint.

Pour off, into another container, any thin portion of the paint that is floating on top.

Use a paddle to stir the paste settled in the bottom of the can.

Pouring the paint back and forth from one container to another will help thoroughly mix the paint.

Line your roller tray with a plastic tray liner or aluminum foil it will save you a lot of clean up time in the end.

Always use the flat side of the brush when you’re painting corners.

CLEANING UP

Cleaning the brushes carefully after each painting job is done and
then wrapping and storing them for future use. Fold wax paper around the brush and seal it with a rubber band.

Clean rollers in the same basic way as paintbrushes. Take time to clean them thoroughly.

Wash latex paints out of a brush with clear warm water.

Following the quick and simple tips will have you with a whole new look and a clean and easy paint job.