I don't know about you but when I think about the painting jobs that I have to do my head goes into a spin.I don't find painting appealing,it isn't my favorite household chore. But through experience I have found a routine that helps me to get the job done.
Here are 7 great tips to help you with that painting job.
I love listening to music, so whatever room I am going to paint in the first step is to put my favorite music on.Turn the volume up loud so that it will fill your thoughts and puts you in a good humor.Let's face it when your mood is good you will get through the work more easily.
If you have many rooms to paint ask family members or friends to help.Pick people that you can trust to paint the rooms properly. The last thing you want is to have to do their work all over again.
Getting good quality painters tape is a priority.Painters tape that sticks properly and is easy to remove is recommended.
If you have some old bed sheets or towels lying around, use them to cover every little bit of your flooring or carpet.Make sure that you don't get any paint on there, it can be difficult to remove.
Have you a pair of old overalls or old clothes to wear, put these on as paint is hard to remove.
If you can, clear out all the furniture and accessories. Take everything off the walls. If you can't move everything out, place the furniture and lamps in the middle of the room and cover them with a good drop cloth. Be sure that you tape the cloth around the furniture.It may seem easier to paint around door knobs or cabinet hinges, but unless you're a professional, very experienced painter, you're bound to get drips around. So carry around some zip top bags and remove all cabinet knobs and hinges, door knobs, light switch plates and outlet covers, and light fixtures.Before painting you will need to prepare the surface first.Get some good quality sandpaper and filler in case of any cracks or holes in the walls or woodwork.Use a paint that has a primer in it, this saves time.
Last but not least, remember painting can be fun, remember to laugh and enjoy the work. It will be worth it.
Painting your home whether it is inside the house or outside requires you to start with the right frame of mind and preparation.When you have everything in place the job of painting will be much more enjoyable.
Here are 7 great tips to help you with that painting job.
I love listening to music, so whatever room I am going to paint in the first step is to put my favorite music on.Turn the volume up loud so that it will fill your thoughts and puts you in a good humor.Let's face it when your mood is good you will get through the work more easily.
If you have many rooms to paint ask family members or friends to help.Pick people that you can trust to paint the rooms properly. The last thing you want is to have to do their work all over again.
Getting good quality painters tape is a priority.Painters tape that sticks properly and is easy to remove is recommended.
If you have some old bed sheets or towels lying around, use them to cover every little bit of your flooring or carpet.Make sure that you don't get any paint on there, it can be difficult to remove.
Have you a pair of old overalls or old clothes to wear, put these on as paint is hard to remove.
If you can, clear out all the furniture and accessories. Take everything off the walls. If you can't move everything out, place the furniture and lamps in the middle of the room and cover them with a good drop cloth. Be sure that you tape the cloth around the furniture.It may seem easier to paint around door knobs or cabinet hinges, but unless you're a professional, very experienced painter, you're bound to get drips around. So carry around some zip top bags and remove all cabinet knobs and hinges, door knobs, light switch plates and outlet covers, and light fixtures.Before painting you will need to prepare the surface first.Get some good quality sandpaper and filler in case of any cracks or holes in the walls or woodwork.Use a paint that has a primer in it, this saves time.
Last but not least, remember painting can be fun, remember to laugh and enjoy the work. It will be worth it.
Painting your home whether it is inside the house or outside requires you to start with the right frame of mind and preparation.When you have everything in place the job of painting will be much more enjoyable.