Preparation Guide for Home Paint

A fresh coat of paint can change the entire look of the room. It can add light to a dark room or even bring a much needed elegance to a particular room. Most people assume that interior painting is out of their reach, but with the right paint, useful tips and a little elbow grease, anyone can finish that interior painting job and become their own re-decorator in no time.

• Preparation of interior paint

Up to 75% of your time can be spent preparing the painting. The first step to any paint job is to make sure the workspace is free of furniture or prized items that may be damaged by paint spraying. You can either move them out of the room or cover with drops or old bedding. Plastic floor coverings ensure that your tiles, hardwood floors or carpet are not damaged by paint sprayers. You must also remove all non-permanent light fixtures and electrical outlets. This makes for much easier painting.

• Surface inspection and repair

Although painting can help hide some of the imperfections on the wall, it will not cover all of them. For any uneven nail holes, be sure to fill them with sparkling paste. Gasket paste is a simple solution for most small to medium holes and can be found in any local hardware store.

You also need to keep an eye on the cracked and loose plaster that needs to be peeled off with a utility knife when you're ready to paint. Use a thick plaster paste to repair the crack to its deepest point. Then smooth the remaining plaster to a clean finish. Make sure all repair jobs are completely dried before painting. house painter

• Cleaning and degreasing

Walls, ceilings, doors and decorations, like all other surfaces in a house, must be cleaned before painting. Most stains and debris come out with a simple wipe with a wet cloth. But for tougher stains that need to be cleaned and degreased, mix a solution of water and basic detergent to speed up the process. Use a clean cloth soaked in the soap mixture to wipe the work surface and help dissolve grease or dirt. Give the surfaces another wipe with a clean, water-only soaked cloth to remove any residue of soap, as dust or dirt left on the surface will cause your paint to tile. A clean paint surface will lead to a better paint job.

• Using the right paint

There are so many paint options available that it's easy to get lost in the color gamut of the hardware store. But here are some tips to make the job of choosing the perfect color for your home painting project easier than ever.

First, choose a primer as it will help the paint to adhere better to the wall and create a more even coat. Second, decide if you want a matte or glossy paint. If your walls are prone to imperfections, even after repairs, avoid high gloss paint. While the paint offers high durability and easy cleaning, it may make the imperfections on your wall more apparent than it already is. Matte paint will help hide any unchangeable stains but is much more susceptible to damage, chipping and is not as durable as glossy paint.

Don't be afraid of color, and always rely on paint samples from your local paint supplier when preparing for paint. These small cans cost only a fraction of the cost and can help you choose the perfect color you want for your home.