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Essential Tools and Materials for Painting Projects


Essential Tools and Materials for Painting Projects

Depending on the condition of the surfaces you're painting, the amount of prep work will vary. Here's a list of the supplies you may need:

  • Screwdrivers: Both Phillips and standard for removing wall plates and door hardware. Masking or painting over such things can be done, but never gives the best-looking result. Your standard screwdriver also comes in handy for opening paint cans.
  • Sandpaper: Make sure to have in coarse, medium and fine grades.
  • Patching Compound: Either premixed or powder form, for repairing cracks and holes.
  • Scraper/Putty Knife: Neccessary for applying compound, paint scraping, etc. on the walls.
  • Masking Tape: For protecting non-painted areas and holding down drop cloths. (You might also consider painting tape with its microbarrier edge to help prevent bleed-through; it works especially well on edges or corners where two different colors or finishes meet.)
  • Drop Cloths: Protect floors and furniture with plenty of these cloths. Choices range from inexpensive plastic "throwaways" to more durable plastic-coated paper to canvas.
  • Caulk: For filling open crevices around doors and windows.
  • Paint Tray: As well as disposable paint-tray liners to pour the neccessary paint to do the job without the hassle of a can.
  • 5-Gallon Mixing Bucket: Perfect for stirring paint from multiple cans.
  • Clean Rags: These are neccessary for quick cleanups during the paint job or after the project is over.
  • Wall Cleaner and Sponge/Sponge Mop: Clean up surfaces of dust, cooking grease, soot or cigarette smoke prior to painting; thorough cleaning ensures the best result.








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