Overview
Good painting starts with good preparation. Properly preparing a surface for painting is crucial and where most of the time is spent. This prevents stopping in the middle of a wall during the finish coat, ensuring an even coat look.
Achieving an Excellent Finish
Achieving a great finish is all about speed and paint flow. Regardless of the type of painting, modern interior house paints, especially low VOC paints, dry faster today. Bad paint jobs happen when the painter plays with the paint too long.
Fast-Drying Paints
- Acrylic Paint: Dries very fast. For instance, Benjamin Aura is an excellent product that looks deep with colour, but it requires you to be in good physical shape to use it effectively. Top-end paints have low VOC, and this demands being smarter and in better physical shape than the next guy.
Keeping a Wet Edge
Keeping a wet edge is key. The days of seeing a painter pausing to light up a smoke between a wall are over. You don't stop to take a break until you are finished with the end of a wall.
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Preparation for Painting
Overview
Preparing a surface properly before painting ensures the best results. Follow these steps for a smooth and professional finish.
Cleaning
Start by thoroughly cleaning the surface to remove dust, dirt, and grease. A clean surface allows for better paint adhesion.
Sanding
Sand the surface to smooth out rough areas and create a good key for the paint to stick. This is especially crucial for glossy surfaces.
Repairing
Fill any cracks, holes, or imperfections with filler or putty. Once dry, sand it smooth to create an even base.
Priming
Apply a suitable primer to seal the surface and provide a uniform base for the paint. This helps the paint adhere better and last longer.
Taping and Covering
Use painter’s tape to protect edges and areas you don’t want to paint. Cover floors and furniture with drop cloths or plastic sheets to prevent spills or splatters.
Comments
Pro Results Start with the…
Pro Results Start with the Home's First New Paint Job
It's always a win-win when a painter follows behind previous painters who took the time to clean and prepare the house for future paint jobs. Hiring a painter who takes the time to prepare a new home doesn’t cost more money, but painting a poorly painted house does.
Proper prepping saves both time and money.
When a house has good paint lines for a paintbrush to follow, taping usually isn't necessary. Professional painters avoid taping because it often leaves an unsightly edge, especially around trim.
Once you see the difference and know what to look for, it's clear why one house looks so much better than another. A taped home often looks cheap compared to one that has been professionally painted by a painter who makes grooves for a brush to follow. Once a house has been grooved, every subsequent paint job will follow that example. Good paint lines look amazing.
Preparation is Key for…
Preparation is Key for Smooth and Fast Paint Flow
Proper surface preparation ensures that paint flows smoothly and quickly. The best-looking paint jobs are achieved when the paint is not overworked.
Tip: Avoid constantly "playing" with the paint. Apply it and leave it. Ensure the coat is thick enough to cover the surface but not so thick that it sags or runs.
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