Giving the walls of a room a fresh coat of paint is one of the easiest and most inexpensive ways to freshen the look of a room. In order to get the best possible results, it’s important to do the correct prep work ahead of time.
Before painting, wash the walls with a large cellulose sponge and mild dishwashing soap. Dirt, dust and grease can ruin a new paint job, so it pays to take the time to clean the walls first.
Use blue painters’ tape to tape off trim, floorboards, doorknobs and window and door frames.
Apply primer to the walls using a paint roller. Follow manufacturer’s instructions for drying.
Paint the trim with a paintbrush.
Apply wall paint with a roller. Move the roller to create large “w” shapes on the wall (see photo). Continue until the entire wall is covered.
Remove the painters tape while the wall paint is still wet. Use a straightedge to apply wall paint in areas adjacent to trim.
For a step-by-step painting demonstration, see this YouTube video.
