Everyone knows that a fresh coat of paint goes a long way to improving just about any surface, but a fresh coat of paint and a good coat of paint are two entirely different things. Here are some great painting tips to help you make the most of a coat of paint!
Buy Good Quality: You might try to save a couple bucks by buying the cheapest gallon of paint you can, but if you put out the cash for high quality paint and it will go on smoother, cover more, splatter less, and will be less likely to fade. Trust me, it’s worth the extra money!
Choose Your Gloss Wisely: Remember that the flatter the finish, the harder the paint is to clean. Flat paint is a good choice for ceilings, but be sure to use an eggshell for walls and semigloss in rooms that are cleaned more often.
Test It: The pros know that testing a paint out on a wide surface of wall is key to choosing the ride shade. The best way to do this is to buy sample sizes (or quarts if they aren’t available) of a few different colors and paint several chunks of wall. Make sure you leave the paint there for a few days so you can see it in all different lighting and then make your final choice.
Work Your Way Down: Begin painting at the ceiling and work down the wall for the smoothest results.
Mix It Together: If you’re using more than one gallon of the same color paint, mix all the gallons together in a bucket to guarantee a uniform color throughout the whole room.
Wrap Up Brushes: If you’re going to take a break wrap any brushes and rollers in plastic bags. Be sure there is no air in the bag and close it with a rubber band or twist tie. If you’re planning on taking a long break, like overnight, seal all the tools up and store them in the refrigerator to keep them fresh.
With tips like these, you can turn any paint project into a success story!
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