5 Basic Tips for Painting a Room

After moving into your new house, you’re excited to change some small things to make it feel more like a home. Your plans involve new paint on the walls, and you think it’ll be easy. However, the truth is that many things could go wrong if you try to take on this project on your own. Here are some helpful tips for painting from professionals who have been in the business for over a decade!

Be Creative

If you’re going to make a change to the paint on the walls, why not make it exactly what you want? This is your opportunity to express yourself and reflect your style. Explore your color options and narrow it down to a handful. Then, take home samples of these shades, so you can test them out in the space and pick the one you think will look best.

Consider All Design Elements

As much as you may want to let loose and choose whatever color of paint you want, you also need to think about how the room as a whole will look. Do you have furniture with a particular wood stain? What décor are you going to be including in the room? These elements matter when picking your paint color(s) in order to create a cohesive, not conflicting environment.

Go with Quality Paints

Although choosing a cheaper paint may save you a few bucks upfront, you may find that it’ll cost you more in the long run. Not only do these inferior quality paints require multiple coats, but they also tend to fade more quickly or not hold their vibrance for as long as the higher quality paints. It’s worth the extra investment per can to make sure your walls have an even finish.

Dedicate Enough Time for the Project

One amateur mistake that many homeowners make is thinking that their painting project will only take a couple of hours at most. But the truth is that, for the average sized room, at least 8 hours are needed, probably more if you’re doing it alone. Make sure you set aside a good chunk of time to tackle this home improvement project so that you can get it done without worrying about a strict deadline.

Hire a Professional Team

DIY projects can be fun, but there are some tasks that are better left to those who really know what they’re doing. The last thing you want is uneven coverage, drips, messes, or poorly painted lines. By working with professional painters, you can make sure that lines are crisp and every wall looks uniform.

In the end, you want to feel comfortable in your rooms. By taking these professional painting tips, you’re sure to have results you love, helping you enjoy spending time in your new home.

About Platinum Painting of McKinney

Platinum Painting has been around since 2008, but many of our team members have more than a decade’s worth of experience in home design and customer service. Although we can use whatever paint brand you prefer, we tend to select from Sherwin Williams’s Cashmere Interior Acrylic Latex paint because of its quality. If you need help deciding on the paint color(s), we offer a color consultation in your home. If you are interested in learning more about how Platinum Painting can make your design dreams a reality, contact us and set up a free in-person estimate today!