When it comes to house projects, painting can be a seemingly simple yet complicated job to do correctly. There is a certain appeal that comes with DIY painting and attracts homeowners to go at the project alone. Going to the paint store, choosing your paint, and picking out all of your materials can all seem very exciting when imagining your new and updated space. When it comes time to actually do the project, the appeal begins to fade quickly. Learn the top 5 painting mistakes to avoid before setting out to tackle your next home project. 
No Prep
Doing a little prep work will save you a lot of time, headache, and cleanup in the end. Professional painters will all agree that your prep work should take twice as long as the actual paint time. Taking the time to tape down doors, windows and trim will make a big difference in both the painting process and the outcome of the project. It is also important to take the time to remove all electrical outlet covers and wall plates before painting. You’ll be glad you did when you are trying to maneuver around objects to avoid painting something you shouldn’t.
Not Washing The Walls
You would be shocked and how much grime and dust is sitting on your walls. There is more to clean than just the average spec of dirt or scuff mark. The best place to start is with a vacuum cleaner to remove any dust particles and then use a degreaser to wipe down the walls. Be sure to sponge down the walls from top to bottom, including tight corners and baseboards.  
Skimping on Materials
Use the right brush for your project. Nothing is more frustrating than buying premium paint and using cheap applicators only to see lumps of roller lint under the paint or hair on the wall. Investing in good paint brushes and rollers upfront can be pricey but will deliver much better results.
Sacrificing Quality of Paint
As tempting as it may be, buying cheap paint or paint that is on sale rarely turns out well. It’s important to know what kind of paint you need and what type of paint you will be layering over because the paint type should match the old. If it’s latex, get latex. Mixing the style of paint can lead to cracking and peeling paint on your walls, and you definitely want to avoid that.
Using The Wrong Paint 
With a wide variety of different paint options at your disposal, it’s easy to choose the wrong paint for your next project or not buy enough paint. The last thing anyone wants to do when painting their home is to stop mid-project and go get more paint. A gallon of paint will usually cover about 400 square feet, we recommend using that number to get a good estimate and then get extra. Even with the precise color technology tools, you can’t make the new color exactly match the first batch. 
Hiring professional painters to paint your home will save you time and money. DIY projects are never as quick or cheap as you plan for them to be. Painting the interior of a home is a big job, but our professional residential painters have years of experience taking that burden away from homeowners. Whether your painting project is one room or the whole house, you can expect quality workmanship, affordable rates, and outstanding customer service.