Publisher's Synopsis
How To Paint
Beginner do-it-yourselfers, first-time home owners, and seasoned home renovation professionals alike must all learn the appropriate way to paint a room. After all, it's not too painful, not too expensive, and if something goes horribly wrong, it's simple to cure. But having a strategy is crucial before you grab your roller and begin applying your first layer. So to help you get started, we asked a few pros for their finest painting advice. Continue reading to discover how to paint a room and to understand step-by-step what you must do to ensure the success of your endeavor.
Choosing The Right Paint
1. Prepare Your Strategy
Consider the final product as a starting point, and keep in mind that you are not need to paint a room or four walls a single hue. Think of painting an accent wall a striking color or emphasizing moldings with a contrasting color or finish. Don't forget to glance up and see if the ceiling also needs to be updated.
2. Select A Color
It can be intimidating to look through fan decks and paint chips. Determine the basic attributes of color first: Which shade-warm or cool-do you prefer? Saturated or neutral? You should also think about how the color will go with any existing furniture or artwork. Once you know what you want, choose a few colors and order samples. Many direct-to-consumer companies, such as Backdrop and Clare, will send you adhesive swatches that you can stick to the wall to have a better idea of shade (plus it will save you a trip to the store). Check the colors to see how they appear throughout the day in the space.
Additionally, many paint manufacturers have facilities on their websites that allow you to upload a picture of your room and see how various colors would look on the walls. However, colors can appear differently in actual environments, so you'll still need to test it out there.