First, we should warn you that painting an
apartment or even a room is not a super easy activity; still, it is not
impossible. For those who want to paint their apartments, we will now give you
some tips so you know how to do a good job.
First, it is always recommended to buy good
quality paint. If it is not of good quality, it may turn out to be expensive,
since it will last less, and it may leave stains when you paint.
Second, once you have the paint, you should
first cover all the things you don’t want to paint: plugs, switches, furniture,
floors, mirrors, windows and doorframes, baseboards, etc. To cover your
furniture you can use old sheets or tablecloths. For the rest, you may use
newspapers and paper tape. In case of splashing or stains, it is recommended to
clean the area immediately with a wet piece of cloth.
Before you start painting, you will have to
clean the surface, that is, it should be free of imperfections and damp. If you
have any problem of this sort, the recommendation is that you sand down the
area. Nevertheless, if there is a crack, you should cover it first.
Once you have solved this issue, you may
start painting. Still, before starting, make sure you have all the necessary
elements to do so. If you do, stir the paint before you start using it (and
every time you start over), and start painting. It is recommended to start
painting the ceiling and then, the walls.
Some other tips you should bear in mind are
the following: don’t thin the paint with more water than the recommended amount,
since this could leave marks and drips, or it may not cover (i.e. paint) as it should;
buy all the paint in one time, in order you avoid changes in tone (for this
should calculate how much paint you will need in advance).
Even though every piece of advice is useful
and you should remember them, bear in mind that painting an apartment or a room
can be fun and it will turn up great!
