PAINTING TIPS
- It is worth taking the time and trouble to do a prep coat – as they both protect and prepare the surface to be painted.
- A primer can contain stain inhibiting blockers which is good for timber surfaces.
- The best place to start painting an entire room is the ceiling. Start at the point that is farthest from the biggest light source and work back towards the light.
- Use a brush and edger to paint around the cornices and where the ceiling meets the wall.
- An undercoat is ideal for preparing plasterboard for painting.
- Some products will be formulated as an all in one with a sealer, undercoat and primer. If it is suitable, this could save you a lot of time and money in buying and using more than the one product.
- For surfaces that have been previously painted, a good clean and sand could be all it needs
before repainting. - Spend the time stirring the paint with a flat blade stirrer, paint needs to be thoroughly stirred.
- The perfect way to hold a paintbrush is to hold the brush between the first finger and thumb with your other fingers resting on the top of the brush.
- You can use a paint application pad to paint edges such as skirtings. Load pain on to the application pad by using a paintbrush and then run the pad along the skirting.
- Use a paint roller in a zig zag movement to ensure an even coverage with paint.
- Paint must be applied to a clean surface. Sugar soap and a scrubbing brush will give a thorough clean and remove grease. Rinse and allow to dry before you paint.
- It is worth buying a good quality masking tape. Poor quality can tear easily and be a problem to remove when you have finished.
