9 INTERIOR PAINTING TIPS FOR THE DIY PAINTER

A lot of homeowners are familiar with basic painting preparation. It’s important to properly mix paint using drop cloths and painter’s tape. Did you know that a golf ball can maintain paint quality and that microwaving tape can make it easier to manage?

A few more interior painting in auckland techniques can make DIY projects easier. Properly storing paint and using the correct tools will ensure that you avoid blemishes, cover surfaces evenly and keep them safe.

These nine DIY painting tips will help you improve your work and save you time, no matter if you are selling, remodeling your home, or just doing routineĀ house maintenance.

1. Do not let your paint dry.

Half-empty paint cans will dry out. To fill any air gaps, drop golf balls in the paint can. Or, place plastic wrap underneath the lid and seal it tight.

2. Make sure you use the correct primer.

Use a water-based primer when painting new drywall to cover imperfections and give a consistent base for color. An oil-based primer is recommended for paneling, smoke-saturated or water-damaged walls.

3. Avoid lap marks.

Avoid striations from rolling paint that is already drying by keeping a wet edge. Paint the entire wall, then move over slightly to overlap the previous stroke.

4. Use a modified stirrer to mix the paint.

To mix paint better, make holes in the stirrer before you start stirring it. These holes allow the paint to flow through the stirrer.

5. If you like, add texture.

A roller with a 3/4″ nap will give your wall more texture. Because of the way the fibers distribute paint, the nap is the fabric covering the roller. Longer naps can cause more stippling to your wall. For the best finish, use a shorter nap roller — between 1/4″ and 1/2″.

6. Do not wash your rollers or brushes.

Latex paint doesn’t dry quickly, so don’t clean your brushes and rollers if your project takes longer than a day. You can wrap your brushes or rollers in plastic bags or foil and place them in the fridge to stop latex paint from drying quickly in cold temperatures. You should allow them to warm up completely before you use them.

7. Tape the problem.

Sometimes, it is difficult to remove an older tape roll without tearing or sticking. You can microwave the entire roll of painter’s tape for 10 seconds if it continues to peel.

8. Find out what paint is used on walls.

Are you unsure if the wall’s current paint is latex or oil? Use a cotton ball to rub the wall with rubbing alcohol. Paint residue on the cotton ball means that the paint is latex. Is there any paint on the cotton balls? The cotton ball will be painted over oil-based paint. You will need to use an oil primer before you start painting.

9. Get a paint pen.

A paint pen that allows you to load it with small amounts of your new color will be ideal for touchups. The paint will last for approximately a year after being filled. Just make sure to shake the pens well before using them to ensure that the paint flows smoothly.

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