The best way to get a room painted is as follows:
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Start with the ceiling before painting the walls. Move on to the areas around doors, windows, cornices and finally skirting. This sequence prevents paint splattering from the ceiling and spoiling other painted areas
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Paint the difficult areas like corners and edges first so that it’ll be easier to cover large areas later.
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Paint should be applied in overlapping, continuous strokes. Overlap your strokes when moving from area to area.
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Paint up-down or left-to-right, depending on which is more convenient. Gently and lightly finish off in an up-down stroke if possible.
- Always paint more than one coat of paint, allowing for appropriate drying time between coats.
A few more pointers
Read instructions - The labels on paint cans contain important information and advice that you should read before starting any paint job.
Stirring - All ready-mixed paints must be stirred thoroughly before use. Stir until the colour of the paint is homogenous.
Loading the brush -
Do not overload the brush or it will drip. Dipping only the last one-third of the bristles is enough. Excess paint can be wiped off on a piece of string tied across the can.
Cleaning Always clean off any splattered or spilled paint immediately. Wash all equipment immediately after use -
Paint responsibly -
Do not dispose of unwanted paint down the drains. This will result in an unwanted layer of paint in the drain that will be inconvenient to remove. In addition, the paint could damage the surrounding flora and fauna. Allow paint to dry out in the container before dropping it into the bin. Contain any paint spillage with earth or sand if painting outdoors. Also do not leave paint chemicals in black polythene bags in the sun as they could combust.
