How To Paint a Wall

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Never picked up a paintbrush? Don't worry. You can still paint a wall like a pro!

To complete this How-To you will need:

Sandpaper
Damp rags
Painter's tape
Drop cloth
Primer
Paint roller
Replacement roller pad
Paint
2 or 3" brush
Roller pan
Fan (optional)
Small painter's brush (optional)

Step 1: Smooth bumps & wipe

If painting a new wall with no previous paint, use sandpaper to smooth any bumps. If there are any holes, spackle and sand them. Then wipe with a damp rag.

Step 2: Cover trim & floor

Cover the trim with blue painter's tape and cover the floor with a drop cloth.

Step 3: Apply primer

Apply a thick coat of primer with a thickly padded roller. This will hide any surface imperfections and keep the paint from peeling. Allow the primer to fully dry.

Tip: Choose paint colors a shade lighter than what you really want—colors often dry darker than you expect—and test them on a small, discreet spot.

Step 4: Paint edges

Tackle the edges first. Using a two- or three-inch brush, apply a band of paint along the edges of the ceiling, windows, doors, baseboards, and cabinets. This is called "cutting in."

Tip: Small rooms take about one or two gallons for the first coat; the second coat takes about half as much.

Step 5: Use roller to paint

Pour paint into a roller pan and use the roller to paint in an up and down motion. One technique: roll out a W shape in paint and then spread it evenly into a square.

Tip: Don't paint from side to side—it can look streaky.

Step 6: Wait for 1st coat to dry

Wait an hour or so for the first coat to dry.

Tip: Want to make it dry faster? Put some fans in the room.

Step 7: Apply 2nd coat

Apply the second coat with a fresh roller pad with a lighter shag. Use less pressure the second time around—just make sure the paint is distributed evenly.

Step 8: Fill in spots

Use a two-inch brush—or even a small painter's brush from an art store—to fill in or even out any spots you missed or that are too bulky or streaky.

Step 9: Let dry & remove tape

Once the second coat is dry (in about an hour) carefully remove the painter's tape.

Step 10: Enjoy wall

Enjoy your newly painted wall!

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[TWASME1]

The other things need pointing out are get a good roller tray if you intend on doing more then 1 room as this will save loading the tray every 2 mins and get the job done much quicker. Also use top of the range paint as it normally has much better coverage and leaves a good surface for cleaning. most top of the range paints are self priming so no need for undercoat hence the difference in price. Two coats at least is a must. hope this helps some one, ive been painting for 15 yrs msg me for help.

[ADAMKTN]

Never painted before? In 2 minutes and 36 seconds you'll be able to paint like a pro! What a slap to the face. If you want to paint like a pro, then prepare to spend YEARS at it.

[Msapril453]

Food stamps!!!! Yes!!!!

[MrJugganog]

this vid a piss take? such a fucking pisser!



[seatoseapainting]

Good tips, did not know about the eating part. lol

[Krasher2601]

hehe

[sidereally]

what cheap paint are you using? with one gallon a good quality paint will do two coats of a 10 x 14 room no problem.

[MultiSkateLover]

how to paint a waaaoul

[eunicejeruthlin]

haha i love the waiting part. :)

[metallical87]

This guy looks so depressive and grumpy in this video Captain Personality to the rescue!!!

[metallical87]

@Badada2012 Yeh he looks like a big bad of personality bet he didnt get paid much to be in this video