Q. Any tips for a first time home painting project?
I have never painted before in my life. The cost-saving is the major driver for this DIY project and I am actually very excited to do it myself. I am looking to paint the entire interior of our first home. I have about 3 weeks and a help who is equally or more inexperienced...
Where can I find some Paiting 101s?
I have never painted before in my life. The cost-saving is the major driver for this DIY project and I am actually very excited to do it myself. I am looking to paint the entire interior of our first home. I have about 3 weeks and a help who is equally or more inexperienced...
Where can I find some Paiting 101s?
A. I just painted the interior of my house, and there are some good places you can go for basic advice, like Lowe's website, or Home Depot's. My advice to you is to prep thoroughly- have all of your equipment ready and purchased ahead of time so you don't have to make repeat runs to the paint store. You want to make sure your walls are fairly clean, with no really dirty spots- check behind the TV, it can be very dusty! Spackle then sand all nail holes or uneven areas. If the walls already have color on them, you may want to prime before you paint. You'll get truer color and use less coats. Tape off any trim and windows using blue painter's tape, not masking tape. Take your time with the prep, and your final result will look much better.
As far as the paint goes, measure your rooms and take the information to the paint store-they'll help you figure out how much to buy. Generally, you'll use flat or eggshell finishes on the walls, and I recommend egshell, it has a sheen to it and reflects light better, giving you a richer color. For trim, you'll use a satin paint. If you're having trouble choosing colors, Sherwin Williams has a great feature on their website that allows you to choose a room type, then "paint" the room, walls, trim, ceiling and all!
I hope this helps! Have fun, and good luck!
As far as the paint goes, measure your rooms and take the information to the paint store-they'll help you figure out how much to buy. Generally, you'll use flat or eggshell finishes on the walls, and I recommend egshell, it has a sheen to it and reflects light better, giving you a richer color. For trim, you'll use a satin paint. If you're having trouble choosing colors, Sherwin Williams has a great feature on their website that allows you to choose a room type, then "paint" the room, walls, trim, ceiling and all!
I hope this helps! Have fun, and good luck!
How much do I charge for painting and repairs?
Q. I am looking in to doing some interior home painting jobs. I am not sure what to charge? Do you base it on the size of the rooms? How and what do I charge? How much should I charge for small repairs, putting in a new faucet, new fan?
A. Whether you bid the job or do T&M (time & material) you have to figure out what you are willing to work per hour. This may not be what you are worth per hour, as competition, location and economic times sometimes dictate terms.
The easiest solution I recommend to people in your situation, is to look over each aspect of the individual job (fan instillation, painting, etc) determine how much time it will take to complete each job from start to finish â¦â¦then double the time âyou thinkâ it will take. It may seem excessive, but it is a simple formula that has proven itself time and again.
There are many variables that go into bidding a jobâ¦â¦ but using this formula should assure you of being within the market range of a bid.
Whatever you determine your hourly at, plus material (and any mark up you put on material) would be your estimated price (and donât forget to figure any time spent at the store)
The easiest solution I recommend to people in your situation, is to look over each aspect of the individual job (fan instillation, painting, etc) determine how much time it will take to complete each job from start to finish â¦â¦then double the time âyou thinkâ it will take. It may seem excessive, but it is a simple formula that has proven itself time and again.
There are many variables that go into bidding a jobâ¦â¦ but using this formula should assure you of being within the market range of a bid.
Whatever you determine your hourly at, plus material (and any mark up you put on material) would be your estimated price (and donât forget to figure any time spent at the store)
Having a home painted on the outside?
Q. When having your home professionally painted ( I assume with a gun ) how far can the fine mist travel? I realize there are varying factors, but am looking for a generalized answer. Typically how many feet?
Thanks
Alyssa - worthless!
Thanks
Alyssa - worthless!
A. Painters will take every precaution from overspray as they are responsible and accountable.
On a windy day I have seen overspray from soffits go over buildings and mist coat cars some 100 feet away.
A little heads up⦠and question to ask your painters. Ask them if they back roll when they spray.
This is something I require from all the painting contractors when doing homes, it extends the longevity of the job; although not as much so when shooting a nonporous job
On a windy day I have seen overspray from soffits go over buildings and mist coat cars some 100 feet away.
A little heads up⦠and question to ask your painters. Ask them if they back roll when they spray.
This is something I require from all the painting contractors when doing homes, it extends the longevity of the job; although not as much so when shooting a nonporous job
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