With the new year right around the corner, you might have big plans for your home – and these plans could very well include interior painting! However, no matter the size of your anticipated project, painting can be a bit of a daunting process; even if you’re trying to transform just one room. Here are a few must-know tips for interior painting that will help you keep your plan right on track so that you might even wrap things up within a single day!
1. Gather All Supplies Beforehand
When it comes to painting, you’re going to need much more than a mere can of paint and a brush or roller – don’t expect to be able to do things quickly or correctly if you don’t have everything you need on hand! You’ll need to set aside enough time beforehand to gather things like:
- Painter’s tape to mark off areas where you don’t want paint.
- Drop clothes to protect your floors and furniture.
- Different types of brushes and rollers, depending on the size of the area being painted.
- Plenty of lint-free cloths or paper towels; painting is messy!
2. Make Sure the Room is Prepped
You cannot just dive into a painting project without first ensuring that the room itself is ready to be painted. Move furniture out of the way, remove artwork and décor from walls, and take off your outlet and light switch covers. Also, be sure that your walls are properly cleaned and free of damage before getting started; compromised walls will lead to undesirable results!
You should aim to take care of all this prep work the day before the actual painting – you’ll save yourself hours of time! Once all of the necessary preparation has been handled, the painting can begin – and if you’re opting for a professional service, you can expect them to give you a project timeline. In most cases, it’s very realistic to paint a single room in just one day, especially if you’re trusting a skilled team.
3. Don’t Neglect Cleanup
Arguably, cleanup is the most important part of the whole process; you can’t resume your day-to-day and begin enjoying your new walls if you haven’t properly cleaned up! First and foremost, be sure that you’re cleaning up every piece of trash or debris, including tape, tarps, empty cans, random pieces of plastic, or anything else that doesn’t belong. Also, ensure that you’re rinsing off your brushes and rollers and storing them properly; they can easily be reused, rather than replaced!
Cleaning up following a painting project can take time, so be sure you’re leaving a large enough window at the end of the day to pick things up. Know that a team of painters will include cleanup with their estimate and services – another reason to trust the pros!
About Platinum Painting of Flower Mound
Our team here at Platinum Painting has proudly assisted homeowners in Flower Mound and across the DFW metroplex for over 15 years, offering a wide range of interior and exterior painting services. If you have any questions about the blog or you’d like to get in touch with the team to set up a FREE in-home estimate, please feel free to reach out online or over the phone for further information. Telephone: (214) 304-7133.