How To Paint A Bedroom

For walls work at the top then the bottom.

How to paint a bedroom. Starting a few inches away from the edge roll the paint on the ceilingwall in a zig zag pattern. Work in 4 foot sections. Pour the primer paint into a paint tray. Make sure the roller is covered completely before painting with it.

Pour some primer into a paint tray and add a screen. Overlap your lines and go slow to avoid paint spatter. Dampen the roller before using it with water for latex paint or paint thinner for oils. Slip a clean cover onto your roller then dip the cover into the primer in the tray.

Shake the unopened paint can well a couple of times then open the paint can with a screwdriver there are special tools for this but a screwdriver works just fine and stir the paint thoroughly with a paint stirring stick. Fit a roller cover onto your paint roller. Paint soft patterns with a sponge. Dip the roller in a tray filled with just enough paint to reach the grate.

Pass the paint roller over the ridged area of the paint tray a few times to remove excess paint. Dip your roller into the paint making sure its completely covered. If youre painting an entire room first paint the ceiling then the walls. Always work from the top down when painting which helps you to see and correct any drips or runs as you go.

Dont press and squeeze the roller against the wall to get more paint out of itjust reload. Horizontal or vertical stripes can add a lot of color to a room. Designate one area in the room where you can gather the tools youll need and mix paint as you work. Lay drop cloths to cover the floor.

Adding personal touches 1. A large textured painting sponge can be used to create a soft color gradient on. Get your paint ready. Roll the cover across the screen once to remove any excess then roll the primer along the wall.