A paint job for a room is like a soul to a body. No matter what type of furnishings you pick and place in your home or office without a good paint job the place never looks complete and finished. Worse than not having a good paint job is getting a bad paint job done. Especially if you are a building contractor then you must know how to do a good paint job. Because a good paint job will be the highlight of your work and based upon it your future clients will judge you and give you work.
Whether you are doing a DIY paint job or are a building contractor and getting into the business this article by leading building material suppliers in Dubai Marvel BMT will take you through seven essential tips that will help you get a perfect paint job done. Read until the end to not miss any single useful tip.
1. Use the Best Quality of Paint and Primer You Can Afford
If you are on a tight budget or your client has a tight budget for a makeover of their home or office then suggest they save money elsewhere and splurge on good quality paint. Because as we have discussed above, a paint job is the highlight of your entire home or office, you can save on a couch because a couch is a flexible piece of furniture that can be replaced or upgraded at any time. But replacing a paint job isn’t as easy as replacing a couch.
A good quality paint that fits your budget range will give your home a premium and posh look. If you are on a tight budget then you must check out the collection that Marvel BMT which is one of the largest building materials companies in Dubai. We give wholesale prices even to DIY customers. At the same time using a good quality primer ensures that your entire paint job gets done well.
2. To Avoid A Blotchy Appearance, Prime And Texture Wall Patches
Freshly painted walls can appear blotchy, with the color uniform but the sheen inconsistent. This can especially happen over holes and cracks that have been filled with filler or drywall compound. It only takes one coat of primer to eliminate these flashing and texture differences. Primer seals the patch, preventing paint from sinking in and becoming dull. Also, remember to use the right types of tools for the right job. If you are in doubt about which tool is best for a certain job you can visit a Paintbrush supplier in Dubai near you and ask them for specifications. At Marvel BMT we always guide our customers with the right guidance.
3. Always Do Patch Tests of Paints
It is best to test out a color before finalizing and committing to it. Hardware shops in Dubai such as Marvel BMT can provide larger swatches, or you can paint several colors on one wall. Examine the colors throughout the day and note how they change depending on the lighting. A paint color that looks great in the store will look completely different in your home. At the end of the day, you can then choose which color goes well with your other décor ideas.
4. Roll The Entire Height Of The Wall To Avoid Lap Marks
Lap marks are one of the biggest signs of a bad paint job, they are not only bad to look at, they even cause peeling in some time. To avoid lap marks keep a wet edge and avoid them, roll the roller up the entire height and length of the wall. Lap marks are unsightly stripes caused by different layers of paint build-up and occur when you roll over partially dry paint. The key to avoiding this is to keep a ‘wet edge,’ meaning that each stroke of your roller overlaps the prior stroke before the paint dries. This is the most important tip most Paint rollers suppliers in Dubai give to their clients to avoid lap marks.
5. Where You Can’t Keep A Wet Edge, Feather Out The Paint
Because you can’t cover large areas in single, consistent strokes, minimize lap marks by highlighting the color along the edges that you can’t keep wet. Roll the starting to-dry roller in various directions all along the dry edge, feathering out the paint as you go, to paint a large lap-mark-free section. Apply the color in the reverse direction for the second coat. Buy good quality rollers and other paint accessories from reputed hardware stores in Dubai.
6. Use Cotton Drop Clothes Instead Of Plastic
Use canvas drop cloths in your work area to protect against spills and splatters. You don’t need to tape the thick canvas because it stays in place, this is another advantage of using cotton and canvas over plastic. Plastic drop cloths are slips to walk on or use to prop up a ladder, and they don’t stay in place. To provide a nonslip surface on vinyl, tile, and hardwood floors, use rosin paper. Spills should always be cleaned up immediately with paper towels or cloth rags or they become permanent in no time. Most building material shops in Dubai suggest that you hire a specific concerned person to clean the spills immediately.
7. To Achieve A Consistent Color, Combine Paint Cans
To ensure an even color on your walls, combine paint from several cans. Estimate how much paint you will need and mix it in a 5-gallon bucket (this technique is popularly known as ‘boxing’). When estimating coverage, add more than less because you can always pour leftovers back into cans, seal them and use them later. Instead of a roller tray, use a bucket and a roller screen for larger jobs by doing this the excess paint won’t be wasted and can be reused. This tip is given by most leading wholesale building materials suppliers in Dubai for a saving excess paint.