Whether you get excited about painting your home or dread it, you need to consider a few things before you do the job. If you have never interior painted before then you need to follow these few steps before you begin. This way you are more likely to experience a smooth process through the painting project. L.W Winslow Painting, Inc. offers helpful tips below.

Interior Wall & Ceiling Paint Colors

The first thing you should do is pick a paint color. This can be the more fun step to do but it could also be a little stressful. There are so many colors to choose from and each color can bring a different mood to your home. You can go with bright and vivid colors or a more calming hue. Different colors can bring different feelings into your house. For example, if you go with the color red in the kitchen it can increase the feeling of hunger and energy. But the great thing about picking a color is that you pick the color you want in your home.

Paint Samples

When you think you have found the colors you want the smartest thing to do is get paint samples. Not just the color swatches, but you want to get an actual small paint sample to paint on your wall. Yes, it may require a little extra work but paint can look different in a room than you expected. It could also look different when it is dry on the wall. So, it is a good idea to purchase a few sample containers of paint and try all of them on the wall you are painting.

Choose Sheen of Paint

When you have decided the color you want, then you need to decide what paint sheen you want. There are many different types such as satin, glossy, eggshell, and flat. Many homeowners will go with glossy or satin because it holds well in high-traffic areas such as kitchens and hallways. These are more stain resistant and easier to clean. The problem with going with glossy or satin is you can see more of the imperfections such as patches and brushstrokes. If you go with more of a flat or matte paint these won’t show as many of the flaws but they don’t hold up well when you clean them often.

Prep Walls for Painting

Now that you have the paint you are ready to go. But before you begin painting you need to do some prep work. You need to clean and wipe down walls. Patch any holes that may be on your walls. Then of course you need to tape off all the trim and the door frames. Lay down clothes so you do not drip paint all over your floor. It is a lot easier to do the prep work beforehand so you do not have to continue to clean up messes.

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If you are doing the house or even a room it can be a lot of work and a lot of stress. The great thing is you can reduce the stress of it all by hiring a professional to come and paint for you. They can help you find the colors, find your color sheen and do all the prep work for you. It’ll save you money and you know the job will be done correctly. If you are looking for a painter, then give L.W. Winslow Painting, Inc. a call today.

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