Greater Baton Rouge
HOME & LIFESTYLE GUIDE Volume 14, Issue 9
St. Francisville
BEAUTIFUL ACREAGE WITH HOME AND GUEST HOUSE Make Your
DIY PAINT PROJECT A SUCCESSFUL ONE See Inside For More Details
Painting projects are easier, yet critical tasks that a DIY-er can complete.Whetheryou’rechangingthelookofahalfbath,addinga teamcoloredpainttoamancaveoraddinganewbordertoaguest room, a fresh coat of paint will give you a new look, and leave you feeling accomplished.
COVER HOME Text RBCHNHS to 52187 or See Page 8 for more details. For Advertising Call Jan Autin 985-264-8748 But before you crack open the paint can and bust out the rollers, remembertheimportantdetails.You’llwanttoensurethatyouchoose complementarycolors,buytheproperamountofpaint,andmore. Here are some more tips to make your project successful:
GET THE RIGHT TOOLS.
cheapest supplies – it pays to not skimp.
PREPARE THE AREA TO PAINT.
RealEstateBook.com The essentials for your project include a paint brush, roller cover, roller frame, paint tray and extension pole. Step ladders, putty knives and drop cloths are also crucial to your paint project’s success. Keep in mind that not all tools are created equal. For example, when you use a high-quality paint brush, you’re more likely to paint straight lines when cutting into comers and walls. You may also notice a much smoother finish, one without unsightly brush strokes, which means a more visually appealing result with less effort. Don’t just choose the
Depending on which room you’re painting, planning and preparation can vary. But as a rule of thumb, remove everything from the walls you plan to paint – including pictures, curtains, and switch and wall outlet covers. Use drop cloths to cover floors and blue painters’ tape to protect crown molding. Remove furniture from the room if possible, otherwise, push it to the center of the room and cover with drop cloths. Next, prepare the surface you’re going to paint. Take this time to patch and
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