Giving your home a fresh coat of paint is one of the easiest ways to transform it and create a distinct personality.
To ensure your project goes as smoothly as possible, the experts at General Paint have gathered five deadly
mistakes that are sure to kill your paint job.
Painting miStakeS to aVoid
#1 not aSking for guidanCe
Many painting mishaps are easily
preventable if you consult an expert
prior to starting your project. paint
store employees can help determine
the best paint line and products to
use for your specific project, while
offering advice about preparation
and the painting process.
#2 not ProPerly PreParing
your SurfaCe
Before painting a room, wipe down
the walls with a damp cloth to
remove dust, debris and cobwebs.
Also patch any nail holes and sand
areas with bumps or patches. By
creating a clean, blemish-free surface,
you are creating an ideal foundation
for your paint.
#3 USING LOW-QUALITY
aPPliCation toolS
#4 not aPPlying tHe ProPer
amount of Paint
over-applying paint can cause paint
drips or puddles on the wall. Underapplying, or over-rolling, may require
the wall to be repainted, as the
underlying coat of paint may remain
visible. high-quality paints will deliver
the best results, with a typical gallon
covering 350-400 square feet.
#5 remoVing Painter’S taPe
too early from WallS and
trim
If you remove the tape before
the paint has fully dried, the paint
could run or bleed, resulting in an
uneven edge. Allow the paint to dry
completely, and then separate the
paint from the tape using a precision
knife. Follow the edge of the tape
against the wall to separate it from the
paint.
quality paintbrushes and rollers
provide better coverage, help
reduce streaks and runs, and may
eliminate unnecessary additional
coats. purchase a sturdy roller frame
and roller cover that is compatible
with the paint product you’re using.
Investing in higher-quality tools may
also enable you to use less paint.
Did you know?
When painting a bathroom, you can cover your toilet tank with Glad Press N’ Seal. The sealing action will ensure
that the plastic will not move during your project. When you are done painting, simply remove the plastic wrap.
HANDY TRICKS
Here are a couple tips and
tricks to help simplify your
painting projects.
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Try these fantastic messfree lids. Simply affix the
lid to a gallon and pour the
paint into your tray without
leaving a mess. When you
are done, screw the top
back on and your paint can
is sealed and ready for its
next use.
Painter’s Mate Green
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When painting furniture,
wrap your new roller in
Painter’s Mate Green
tape then remove it.
Repeat 2-3 times. This
will help eliminate extra
fibres when rolling paint
on your furniture.