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Project
It is recognized that painting is an economical solution to change decor or refresh a room. In addition, this task is accessible to everyone. However, for this manual activity to remain pleasant, a minimum of planning and preparation is required.
First of all
The secret of a successful painting project is preparation. First you need to organize the place. The room should not be cluttered. We want the work area to be clear so as not to impede movement. Also make sure you have the right lighting. If necessary, protect the floor with a coating and do not forget to make an inventory of all the necessary tools.
Next, prepare the surface for painting. Watch out for dust and dirt. The surface must be clean and free of grease; If necessary, clean it. There should be no holes, tears or other snags. In this case, repair the surface before painting.
“After a repair, the plaster or putty forms a very smooth surface, while the old surface has an ‘orange peel’ relief. To help you, you can use a color that builds in bumps — a bit like a self-leveler,” explains Entreprises ICK’s Patrick Mathon
Ready to continue? Remove the plates on the sockets and switches, and then mask off the areas to be protected with masking tape. To make the job pleasant, make sure to be clean while you work. Clean the rim of the pot to prevent the paint from sliding down to the bottom.
The tools
- masking tape
- Decoupage Brush (2 ½” angled)
- roll cage (easy release model is nice)
- Roller (the 13mm roller is matte, use the 15mm roller if the surface has more relief)
- color tray
- Sanding block (disc, 120 or 150 grit block)
- rag
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The Secret to a Successful Painting Project: Preparation!
How it goes
1. Surface preparation is important. Sand lightly to remove any imperfections. A pro tip: sand between coats to keep the surface clean, residue-free and perfectly smooth to the touch. Sanding also creates a slight adhesion for the next layer. Use 120 or 150 grit sandpaper. Of course, don’t sand the top coat.
Step 1
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Surface preparation is an essential step.
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Make sure the surface is smooth.
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2. Start with that Cut. Analyze your execution time carefully because the color you apply during decoupage must merge with the color you subsequently apply over the entire surface. Application Tip: Think of the brush as an extension of your hand and hold it at an angle. Be careful not to crush it too much, you avoid flaring.
Depending on the work area, it is necessary to position the bristles of the brush well. For example the lace in the wall corners. Rearrange the bristles as necessary to utilize the maximum angle of the brush. “The line won’t look good the first time, even if you try to make it as perfect as possible, but that’s okay. The second shift will be recovery,” says Patrick Mathon.
2nd step
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First step: brush cutting
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Hold your brush at an angle.
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Think of the brush as an extension of your hand.
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Work clean to keep the experience enjoyable!
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3. Apply paint. If necessary, we usually start with the ceilings and the inner workings of the wardrobes in front of the walls of the room. Load the roll. Be careful not to put too much paint in the roll. On the other hand, it must be enough.
Avoid uneven pressure when applying. Do not go to the edge of the wall to unload the roll, otherwise there is a risk of slipping. For an even finish, the roller strokes must be equal and always at the same height. “The hair of the roller has a meaning,” explains Patrick Mathon, a bit like velvet. When applying the top coat, make sure that the bristles of the roller point in the same direction over the entire surface. »
step 3
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Choose the right roller according to the surface to be painted.
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Don’t put too much paint on the roller… but it has to be enough!
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Uneven pressure is avoided when applying, for a beautiful result.
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The curled hair has a purpose, like velvet.
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last step
4. Allow to dry before replacing furniture or adding decorations. Read the product data sheet.
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Want to paint your wooden steps? It is possible. You must first sand the wood to remove the shine.
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Apply a hybrid primer, then a 100% acrylic floor paint.
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Cut out the outline, then the entire face.
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A bit further
We see it more and more often: yes, it is possible to paint the wooden steps. The secret to the success of this project: sanding the wood to remove the shine and create a focal point. Applying a primer is also required. Use a hybrid primer (alkyd emulsion). Use 100% acrylic paint for floors. She is very resilient. Cut out the outline, then the entire face. Allow to dry according to the technical data sheet.