Imagine a home that is straight out of fairytales, inside and out. Paint can transform your space in an instant, from dull to fabulous. Painting is the key to transforming your living room, or even the exterior of your home. How much does it cost to pay a painter?
Let’s start with interior painting. You can give your walls a new personality. When you walk into a room with vibrant colors, you feel instantly uplifted. The colors have the power to affect our emotions and moods. Who doesn’t like a room that is blue or yellow?
Before you begin this colorful journey, here are some important things to remember. The preparation is key! It would be impossible to bake a cake if you didn’t preheat the oven. Preparing your walls will ensure that the paint job looks smoother and lasts longer. Fill in cracks and smooth out rough areas. Your future self will be grateful.
Don’t be afraid of mixing colors when choosing interior colors. Bold accent wall can add character and depth to any room. If neutrals are your thing, then go ahead! Paint is versatile and can be used to suit every taste.
First impressions are very important when it comes to the exterior of your home. Make sure your home’s exterior is firm and welcoming! Fresh exterior paint not only improves curb appeal, but also provides protection against weather elements.
The right exterior paint is essential. It must be durable and able to withstand the rain, wind, sun… you name it! Don’t cut corners on the quality of your paint. Cheap paint may save you pennies today, but it could cost you thousands in the future.
Have you ever thought about the impact of seasons on painting projects? Mother Nature also plays a part! The summer may seem perfect with its warm days, but humidity can interfere with the drying process. The mild temperatures of spring and fall are often the best times to dry clothes.
I was reminded of a neighbor of mine, Joe. He decided that winter would be the perfect time to do his DIY exterior project. Big mistake! The cold weather created all kinds of problems with adhesion, drying times and other issues. Timing is everything!
Let’s start with the tools, because that’s half the battle. The difference between amateur results and professional-level ones is all in the brushes and rollers. You wouldn’t want to play tennis with a damaged racket, would you?
Drop cloths can save your life! This is a step you should not skip. I thought I would be careful and skipped it, but ended up having to scrub paint off of my hardwood floors.
Another nugget to remember: primer is not optional, it’s essential. It makes the topcoat stick better and gives you a uniform base color, especially if your color is changing dramatically.
Imagine inviting your friends over to see the results of these projects. They’ll be amazed at how beautiful everything looks. There’s also something very satisfying about seeing your home freshly painted and knowing that you did it!
Take breaks. Paint can be a tiring job, so take breaks and reward yourself with ice cream or pizza. ).
You’ve just experienced a roller coaster ride of transforming your space via exterior & interior painting. No fluff, no filler. Just pure advice with a dash of humor!
Enjoy your painting journey!