Complete Checklist For A Well Done Painting Job

Undertaking a paint job requires skill and care to end up at a job that is well done. You have to take a paint job step by step to ensure that it is done correctly and ends up looking good. Missing any step could spell trouble. When you desire a paint job that is well done, you will follow a checklist to ensure that you have not forgotten any of the important details.

Getting Prepared

When you begin your painting project you cannot just dive in and start painting. You have to begin by preparing the area and making sure that everything is ready before you start actually painting. This is the step so often skipped, yet it is one of the most important steps in a well done paint job.

Preparation starts with removing all furniture from the area or moving to the center of the room. Cover any remaining furniture and the floor with drop cloths. Take down any fixtures and anything that is hanging on the wall. You should also remove the switch plates and outlet covers.

Now you can move on to actually preparing the walls. You should patch any holes or cracks. Make sure any gaps in trim are also filled in. stains and water marks should also be prepared and sealed. You should clean the walls by wiping them down. Vinegar and water make a great cleaning solution to use to wipe down the walls. You can now tape windows, door frames and baseboards with painter's tape.

Now that your preparation of the area is complete, you can gather your supplies and get prepared to begin painting.

Painting

The next step is painting. You should first paint over the walls with a primer which will prepare the them and ensure a quality finish. Once the primer is dry you should start painting. Use good quality brushes and rollers when painting that match the surface on which you are painting. You should cut in around trim and edges with a paint brush to ensure good coverage.

Be sure that you use the right type of paint for the type of walls. Follow all the directions on the paint can, especially directions about the number coats needed. Finish off your painting by applying a finish coat to seal in your work.

Finishing Up

Once you have finished painting you can then proceed to clean up. Take down the painter's tape. Put back up outlet covers and switch plates. Hang up fixtures and other wall hangings. Finish by moving furniture back into the room. Make sure that the paint is completely dry before you move everything back in and re-hang everything.

You will make the paint job much simpler when you are well prepared before you start painting and once you start painting, if you have the proper supplies then it should be a smooth job. If you make a checklist with all the important things to do, then you should find that you end up with a well done paint job.