The new year is approaching, and it’s time to give our home a fresh look to welcome a lucky new year. The first thing that comes to mind is probably the faded walls that have lost their luster over the years. If that’s the case, follow this guide to learn how to easily repaint your old walls in no time.
1 Tools and Materials
To repaint your walls, you’ll need the following tools and materials:
- Primer
- Paint
- Brushes
- Paint roller
- Wall putty
- Sandpaper
- Newspaper
Tools and Materials
2 Easy Wall Repainting Guide
Step 1 Clean the Walls
Start by cleaning the walls with water or a wall cleaning solution to ensure the surface is smooth, clean, and ready for painting. This step helps improve paint adhesion and prevents an uneven finish, ensuring a durable and consistent paint job.
Clean the walls first
Note: If you have a large wall area to cover, consider using a broom to speed up the process.
Step 2 Dampen the Wall Surface
Dampening the wall with water or a solution is crucial as it helps the paint glide on smoothly and enhances the color. This step ensures a more even and rich paint finish.
Dampen the wall surface
Step 3 Apply Primer
Primer is essential to prevent color changes, peeling, and yellowing of the paint. Depending on the condition and your preferences, you can apply one or two coats of primer to the wall. To make the primer easier to work with, mix it with 10% solvent (water).
Apply a coat of primer
Note: Primer can drip onto the floor, so be sure to protect your floors with newspaper or a drop cloth during this step.
Step 4 Start Painting
After the primer has dried for about an hour, it’s time to choose your favorite color and get painting! Follow these steps for a smooth and even finish:
1: Use tape to mask off the baseboards to avoid any paint drips.
Tape off the baseboards
2: Use a brush to cut in along the edges and corners of the wall.
Use a brush for edges and corners
3: Use a paint roller to roll the paint onto the wall following the cut-in lines.
Use a paint roller for larger areas
4: Use a brush to touch up any areas the roller couldn’t reach.
Touch up with a brush
Depending on the condition of your walls, use a brush or roller as needed.
Note: This guide covers basic wall repainting. If your walls have significant damage, such as large holes or damp patches, consider seeking professional help.
Repainting your walls is easy, and it saves you money! We hope this guide has been helpful, and we wish you success in your painting endeavors.
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