If you want satisfying results for your upcoming painting project, you might need more than simply a good paint. There are many things you need to know and do before you should begin painting your wall interiors. The necessary preparation can help save you time and money in the long-term, shielding you from costly repainting projects, and speeding up the project as well.
Here are some guidelines painting contractors recommend that you should take note of:
Close the Holes and Cracks with Fillers
If your walls have holes, cracks or any uneven surface, you can easily fix them with fillers. All you need is to use a knife or scraper to smooth them in. Buy a powder mixture then add water to create the filler or you can buy ready-to-use fillers equipped with a nozzle or tube if you have no idea how to do it from scratch. Make sure that the fillers can hide all sizes of cracks and holes.
Skimming is another way to achieve a smooth wall. By applying a thin coat of plaster on the current plaster, you can fix problematic cracks, holes and hairlines on the walls. You’ll need a coat of polyvinyl acetate to even out the surface.
Use Base Layers to Cover Flaws
Base coats are thick in texture, and you can mix them with fillers and plasticisers. They’re ideal for covering hairline cracks and minor flaws found on walls. To use this, fluffy rolls or sponges are necessary to create a textured finish. It’s odour-free, water-soluble and simple to use. All you need is to cover one layer or recoat as needed. Remember that the plasticity of the base coat may influence the porosity of your wall. If you’re looking for a base coat that can stabilise flaky or loose plasters, then try specific wall treatment. After all, some painting problems are often the fault of the plaster, not the paint itself.
Make the paint job less costly and speed up your interior painting project by going through the necessary preparations. From the cracks to holes, you can achieve a smooth result if you take time to do so.