As you begin to paint your home, you might solely focus on the walls—the most common place for painters to start; however, that’s going slightly out of order. When painting an entire room, you want to start at the top. Let’s explore the correct order to paint a room in your house.
Always Start With the Ceiling
The reason you lay out a tarp or plastic sheets isn’t just for the paint rollers to catch paint; it’s actually to protect your floors from the ceiling. When painting the top, you need an overlay of sheets underneath to see any color that falls.
A double paint roll creates even pressure to prevent paint from spilling out while painting the top of a room. In short, painting the ceiling first helps establish the following color sequence and the tone of a room.
Mosey on Over to the Walls
With the ceiling finished, you will next decide what to do with the walls. First, remove everything from the walls, including hooks, and cover up outlet bases. Then, apply a primer before painting.
The walls are the base; the base is a selling point for a room. While you may paint the ceiling black or white, you need a color that balances the tone. Having too much of one color won’t capture the vibe you’re setting.
The Trimming Also Needs Paint
If you found that you’ve painted the trim, don’t fret! You can easily paint over mistakes. However, if you need to be extra careful, use painter’s tape since the trimming’s the thinnest parts of the room.
The skirt boards protect the wall from damage and add style to a room. While painting the cut lines, use a semi- or high-gloss finish.
Now You Can Focus on the Frames of Doors and Windows
The other thing you focus on is the door and window frames. These areas might be complex for some since they need further preparation. For the door and wall frames, it’s best to hire a professional painter, as they can easily paint the right areas without making a mistake.
When focusing on this part, ensure that the doors and windows are appropriately placed back after painting. Fill any holes or cracks with caulk.
Splash Paint Onto the Door
The door’s the last part. It’s better to remove the door before painting and remove the hinges and the knobs. Your door can be any color you’d like, but take the door down first because you may make a mistake. Let the door dry before placing it back on. After it dries, apply a finisher and then mount the door.
The order to paint a room in your house starts with the ceiling and ends with your door. Remember this order when you’re painting a room in your home. If you have areas that are easy to miss, hire a professional painter to help you reach those spots.
