There are a lot of components that go into painting a home. It is sure to be overwhelming and intimidating if you’ve never taken on such a task. Gathering the materials, prepping the areas, and carefully applying paint is a lot to manage. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to make your result the best it can be. Our painting professionals have compiled our top three house painting tips to help you achieve this great finish. By the end of this article, you’ll be ready to take on your interior house painting project or know how to hire the professionals to do it for you. Let’s get started!

Thoroughly Clean Your Surface

The most vital step to a house painting project is to properly clean the surface getting painted. Many painters that take on home painting on their own skip this step; however, doing so will result in a paint finish that won’t look as good and won’t last as long. If your wall or ceiling has dirt or oil on it, your paint will chip and peel prematurely. With that being said, we truly cannot stress enough how important this step is.   

All that is required––and recommended––to clean the surface of your home is sugar soap, sponges or washcloths, and a bucket. After a solid scrub down of the surface you’ll be good to go! Trust us, your future self will be thanking you for taking this step seriously. 

Get the Proper Tools

Our next house painting tip pertains to the shopping phase of painting. Don’t go cheap on your materials! The quality of paint and paint brushes will have just as much effect on the longevity and aesthetics of your wall as cleaning does. The type of paint you use should especially be taken into consideration. Good quality paints have certain additives that will help your paint last longer. Depending on where you live, you may even want to consider paints that are good at protecting against certain weather. 

Paint brushes and rollers are also important. You’ll want to choose your type of roller by determining what type of surface you’re applying it to. For example, textured ceilings require a thicker brush. It is best to consult a professional to get the best materials for your house painting job. 

Use the Right Color

Last but not least, we recommend choosing your paint color very carefully. The color of paint can drastically change the feel of a room, for better or for worse. We recommend reading up on color psychology and how colors can affect your mood. In the right place, colors can make rooms feel bigger; in the wrong places, it can make it feel smaller. This is something a professional color consultant or painting expert can answer for you.

If you are debating between a few colors, test them out on the wall and leave it for 24 hours. Check in on the paint multiple times throughout the day to see if you like how the light touches it. This should help you decide which shade looks best in your home. 

House Painting with the Pros

As you can see, there are a lot of moving parts to get the best paint finish possible. That is why we recommend working with experts who know all of the tips and tricks of house painting. CertaPro Painters of Westminster have painted thousands of homes across the North Denver area, interior and exterior. We offer a free color consultation with every project, too! To get started on your project, call us at 303-637-7735. We look forward to working with you!