How to Paint Interior Rooms

The interior of your home should provide a warm and inviting place for your family and other loved ones to gather. The best way to create this atmosphere is to add a fresh coat of paint to your interior rooms. Painting the inside of a house is a daunting task even for the highly skilled among us. This article will go over the best way to paint interior rooms, including what materials you should use and the best method to avoid cracked or peeling paint.

Getting the Right Materials to Paint Your Interior Rooms 

The best way to start any painting project is to get the right equipment for the job. Not only does the right equipment make painting your interior rooms easier, but it also can increase the overall quality of the paint job. Here is a list of a few things that you will need before painting your interior rooms. 

• Paint Rollers: A paint roller is a great way to cover a lot of ground when painting interior rooms. Due to the large nature of the paint roller, you can paint interior rooms much quicker when compared to a traditional hand brush. 
• Hand Brushes: While paint rollers are great for covering many areas, they are not so great in painting tight spots or places that need precision. Hand brushes are much smaller than a paint roller, allowing you to get into tighter areas when you paint interior rooms. 
• Spackle: Spackle is a great way to quickly repair any nail holes or cracks in your interior rooms. Spackle is a form of paste designed to fill holes. The substance dries fast and creates a smooth finish to paint over. 
• Drop Cloth: Painting is messy work. Before you begin a painting project in your interior rooms, you need to invest in drop cloths. Drop cloths are great for covering your floor and furniture; this protects against dripping paint. 
• Ladder: If you live in a home with particularly high ceilings, you will need to invest in a good ladder. Ladders are a great way to reach high places when painting.

How to Avoid Cracks, Peeling Paint, and Other Blemishes when Painting 

One of the worst experiences is having cracking or peeling paint. If not adequately treated, you may end up having to repaint your interior rooms if the cracking and peeling get too out of hand. Here are some things to keep in mind when trying to avoid cracking or peeling paint. 

Avoiding and Fixing Cracked Paint 

Cracking paint is no joke. If left untreated cracking paint may cause you to repaint the entire surface of your interior rooms. The best way to prevent this outcome is to paint your interior rooms right the first time.

So what causes cracked paint? The most significant cause of paint cracking is insufficient surface prep before painting. You need to make sure that the wall is appropriately sanded and the primer is adequately applied. Also, do not coat your walls in a thin layer of paint. If your paint layer is too thin, it will begin to crack.

Avoiding and Fixing Peeling Paint

While insufficient prep and application can cause paint to peel, the biggest problem lies with the moisture in the air. You need to ensure that you do the proper prep work to avoid peeling, but on top of that, you need to make sure the interior rooms you are painting are free from moisture.  

Hiring the Right Interior Painter for You 

Here at Mt. Hood Pro Painting, we have the experience and expertise you need to create a beautiful and lasting interior paint job. We work with you every step of the way to ensure your home is back up and running quickly. On top of that, all of our painters are certified and practice safe painting techniques on every job. 

If you’re looking for professional interior painters, contact the team at Mt Hood Pro Painting. We’d love to talk about your needs.