Build an established painting kit to de-stress your next painting plan. Ready yourself for success by constructing a painting kit that contains: paintbrushes, primer, paint thinner, a drop cloth, old clothes and shoes, painter’s tape, a multi-purpose paint tool, a putty knife, a paint container, an optional paint tray liner, a paint can opener, rollers and repairing paste. You may think, “Why use a exclusive tool to open my paint can when I possess a flathead screwdriver here right now?” Refrain from destroying your paint can lid and be able to produce an air-tight seal by not depending on a flathead screwdriver or a butter knife to open your paint can. Don’t spoil your left over paint by eradicating the seal by unintentionally damaging your paint lid.



Always buy more painter’s tape than you think you require to avoid an additional trip to the store. Stock up on some additional rollers and paintbrushes to help you accomplish stellar results in all locations. An extension bar is vital for vaulted walls and painting ceilings. It also enables you to stand away from the wall which will prevent paint spatters from destroying your clothes. Have old painting clothes and shoes handy for your projects to avoid expensive replacements.

Ordinarily, a paint kit utilizes a roller tray or a paint tray. These trays come with reusable or disposable paint tray liners. They'll easily be used again with the suitable cleanup. Choose a 5-gallon bucket using a screen grid to reduce excess paint coming from the paint roller.

A multi-purpose paint instrument is a vital paint kit item. This is often used for applying putty or glaze, removing caulking, cleaning paint roll covers, scraping paint, driving nails as well as pulling nails. Make sure to wear safety eye protection, specifically when you are applying spackle or painting ceilings. Steer clear of chemical exposure to your eyes by wearing safety goggles.

Paintbrush Selections

Making use of the proper paintbrushes can help you achieve pro results. Synthetic-bristle, nylon paintbrushes are perfect for latex applications. If you're going to be working with varnishes, stains and oil-based paints, choose natural bristle brushes instead.

There are several of paint roller covers that are available in numerous textures and naps. Rely on tighter naps for sleek surfaces, unless you would like to apply a texture to the wall. Longer napped rollers are better for textured locations including stucco.



Make use of a paint pot for cutting and more compact paint surfaces instead of relying on the entire paint can, which may be heavy to carry and hold. This is superior to dipping your brush within the can repeatedly, which can introduce fuzz and a host of impurities. Pour some paint into your light and portable paint pot, designed wider than the regular paint can. Gently dip half of your bristles into the paint to effectively load your paintbrush. Eliminate drips by keeping your paintbrush at an angle. When you're painting, the wall friction will draw the paint from the paintbrush.

Best Painting Guidelines

For optimum stir stick usage, drill some holes in it to help you thoroughly mix the paint. When you cut-in with a paintbrush and then use a roller for the remainder of the wall, “hat-banding,” may result. You'll have a visual difference between the ceiling and the trim in case you don’t roll your roller close enough to the ceiling. This can be prevented if you use your paint roller to get as close to the cut-in areas as possible. And lastly, if you wish to stop a half-empty can of paint from dehydrating, drop old golf balls into the can to occupy any air space.