FAQ About House Painting Tips and Tools

More than just paint and brushes are needed to do painting projects.  There lots of tools that can be used to get the job done.  Some simple question will be answered to some of the frequent asked questions about house painting tips and the different types of tools that can be used to complete painting projects as easy and quickly as possible.

Q. What tools are needed to paint a room?
A. Rollers and paint pan, paint rollercovers, paintbrushes, airless sprayer and ladders.

Q. Is it necessary to use two coats of paint?
A. Yes, normally one coat of paint won't give the solid look or the durability that two coats of paint gives.

Q. Do I have to use a primer?
A. The basic rule is if there are cracks, holes or depressions that aren't properly sealed, then a primer is used. Wood should always be primed.

Q. What is the best way to paint corners? 
A. By using a corner roller. A corner roller is a thin, round roller brush that is used to paint corners of walls or ceilings.

Q. What kind of paint do I use for interior walls?
A. Latex paint is perferred for walls and ceilings.

Q. What type of paint is good for baseboards, doors and window sills?
A. Always consider the type of paint presently on the surface; if it is gloss, stick with gloss. If it is semi-gloss, stick with semi-gloss.

Q. How do you use an airless sprayer in the house? 
A. Tape off all areas that are not to be painted. Place drop cloths on any surfaces that should not be painted and on the floors. Spray the walls from left to right, using long even strokes. Keep the nozzle about eight to ten inches from the wall and overlap the strokes.

Q. How long does it take for latex paint to dry?
A. The average time it takes latex paint to dry is one hour. You should wait for at least four hours before applying a second coat.