10 DIY House Painting Projects To Do During Quarantine

We are all spending a bit more time at home lately. With the new reality of social distancing, you have watched Netflix, finished a puzzle and more. Why not use the time to improve your home? It will boost your curb appeal and you’ll enjoy your time at home more. Here are 12 DIY house painting projects to do during quarantine.

Keep in mind that each area and retailer is different when it comes to stay at home orders and regulations to shop. Confirm the availability of home delivery, curbside pickup or in store shopping before you head out.

Always put your safety, as well as the safety of others first. You’re sure to be excited by the projects listed below, but work with what you have already or try to order online. If you do have to run to the store, confirm their policies on shopping.

1. Paint the front and back doors

Because of the nature of doors, they get beat up pretty fast. As a high contact area of the home, fingerprints, dirt and dings are only natural. Think about all of those ins-and-outs with armfulls of groceries.

Painting doors is an easy project that can be done in an hour or so with less than a gallon of paint. The impact to your exterior is huge. A freshly painted door makes a strong first impression to anyone visiting or potential buyers if you’re looking to sell this season. A bold front door color like red, blue or yellow has been seen to increase potential sales. Painting your door charcoal or black could even bring an extra $6,000 to the closing table.

2. Paint your porch

Porches also get quite beat up from precipitation and sun rays. Porches don’t take as much time as you’d think but it’s all dependent on the size of the porch. You should work hard to remove all dirt, grime and dust from the area before painting to minimize coats and imperfections in the finished project.

Pair your coloring to the home or work within the complementary colors to set the porch apart from the home. Create an oasis by adding new furniture, planters or other outdoor accessories to your freshly painted porch.

3. Paint the kitchen cabinets

Again, as a high use area of your home, kitchen cabinets can become messy and damaged quickly. Putting in new kitchen cabinets is a costly and messy endeavor. Instead, consider painting the cabinets. While the project is cumbersome, it can be done by a homeowner. For the amount of tools, time and technique you’ll need, this one might be best left to the professionals. They will be able to swiftly complete the project, giving your kitchen a new feeling with pristine cabinets. Finish the job with new hardware and accessories.

4. Paint an accent wall

This fast project is fairly straightforward with big impact. A pop of color brings a room together and gives it a focal point. Use leftover colors from other projects, or set out to find a new hue.
This is a fast project and shouldn’t take you very long to do. Add some personality and flair to your neutral bedroom or living room by adding a pop of color.

5. Paint your bookshelves

Painting bookshelves is another way to incorporate a color into your room without committing to it on a wall. This is a project that is deceptively time consuming. Getting into the nooks and crannies can take a few hours. Then you have to turn it over and go again. Likely this project will take multiple coats. This project is best saved for high quality bookshelves that will stand the test of time. The last thing you want to do is spend hours painting a particle board bookshelf that won’t stand up to your next move.

6. Paint the kitchen chairs

Painting a three dimensional object requiring several coats is very tedious. This is a project that is guaranteed to be worth it. Adding a new or funky color to even the most dated chairs gives the whole space a new vibe. This will get you excited to bring the family to the kitchen table again.

7. Add pattern with floor stencils

Changing out tiles is a really big commitment. Avoid it by creating the look of a Grecian or Mexican palace with stencils and paint. Use the stencil to create a pattern on tiled floors. You’ll have to have a light hand and be dedicated to the project, but when it’s done right, it can be amazing.

8. Paint your bathroom cabinets

Similar to painting your kitchen cabinets, bathroom cabinets can quickly date a room. Sometimes thousands of dollars to put into a bathroom just isn’t possible. Since you have the extra time at home for now, take it on yourself. Paint the cabinets, add new hardware and consider some new hand towels. You will feel like you have a new spa retreat in your house.

9. Paint light fixtures (including chandeliers)

This project requires a bit more knowledge coming in. If you have the know how to work with basic electric and spray paint you can give your room new, stylish lighting. Purchase more cans of spray paint than you think you’ll need. You will be surprised how many coats it will take for full coverage.

10. Paint your staircase

A painted staircase adds an unexpected color to your home. Adding a color to the riser of your stairs shows you thought out your style. Go big by adding an ombre effect or different colors that pair with the inside of your home. Now is not the time to be cautious.

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Taking on any of these projects can be done by a homeowner with generally good results. If you’re not confident in your abilities, our teams are here to help. Schedule a free estimate appointment to discuss your project with us today.