How to Paint a Wall Edge

Painting a wall edge can be a bit of a hassle; however, it must be done properly to ensure the appearance of the final product. Painting efficiently the first time prevents having to paint the entire piece all over again.

Things You'll Need:

• Drop cloth


• Newspapers


• Warm water


• Rag


• Sandpaper


• Paint


• Stirrer


• Tray


• Angled paint brush


• Small paint roller

1. Remove all items from the wall and put them in a different area. This ensures that no paint will drip on them.


2. Place the drop cloth on the floor where you will be working. This prevents paint from getting on the floor.


3. Put the newspaper under the can of paint to prevent any leaking or dripping from the can.


4. Sand the walls where needed.


5. Wash the walls with a wet rag. Let the wall dry.


6. Open the paint can and stir the paint.


7. Pour some of the paint into the tray.


8. Dip the angled brush into the tray and paint the full length of the wall line for internal corners.


9. Dip the small paint roller into the tray and roll over the edge of the wall for the outside corners.


10. Use the damp rag and wipe off any mistakes before the paint dries. This gives you a chance to paint the area again without any noticeable errors.


11. Apply paint to the area wiped off with the rag.


12. Clean all of the tools covered with paint using warm water. This ensures you can use them again in the future.