If you are looking at your walls and are thinking that they need a fresh coat of paint or just want to switch things up with a new colour, read on for some tips to make your paint job a smooth one.
Paint samples onto paper and hang them on the wall. Look at the colours in different lighting to see if it’s really the colour you desire.
Determine which kind of primer you need, if any (e.g., wood, drywall, masonry, or a paint and primer in one). If the walls are in good condition or the colours are not a drastic change, you may not need a primer.
Choose a sheen suitable for its use (e.g., satin enamel works well for rooms with moisture, like kitchens and bathrooms).
Cover furniture and flooring with plastic sheeting.
Fill small holes or cracks with filler or spackle, let it dry, and then sand it. Then wipe down the area you will be painting with a mild soap solution to remove any dust, which would affect the paint’s adherence.
Next, tape off the room by applying paint tape to the boundaries you are painting around.
Paint the ceiling first, then the walls, and end with the trim.
Let the first coat fully dry to prevent cracks and peeling. After the second coat, decide if you want a third coat.
