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Interior Painting Techniques
Interior painting techniques
by The Family Handyman Magazine
Professional painting contractors share their tips about how to make your painting job look great.
- 1. Roll paint along the edges for consistent texture
- 2. Prime and texture wall patches to avoid a blotchy finish
- 3. Let the paint dry, then cut the tape loose for a perfect edge
- 4. To avoid lap marks, roll the full height of the wall and keep a wet edge
- 5. Feather out the paint where you can't keep a wet edge
- 6. Use cotton drop cloths rather than plastic
- 7. Sand trim between coats for an ultra-smooth finish
- 8. Mix several cans of paint in a large bucket for a consistent color throughout the room
- 9. Clean dirty surfaces so the paint can form a strong bond
- 10. Paint the trim first, then the ceiling and walls
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Featured on : 2009-06-12
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