Step-by-Step Instructions and Pictures: 10 Tips for a Perfect Paint Job

by Brett Martin
Professional painting contractors share their tips about how to make your painting job look great. Return to the article.
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1. Roll paint along the edges for consistent texture.

Corners and areas next to trim that are painted only with a brush have a noticeably different texture than the surrounding paint. To ensure the finished texture will be consistent in these areas, brush on the paint, then immediately roll it out before the paint dries.

Use a 3-in. roller with a nap that's the same thickness that was used for the rest of the wall. Roll as close as you can without bumping the opposite wall or slopping paint onto the trim. Finish brushing on the paint and rolling it out in one area before moving on to the next section.

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By Steve, 11/26/2009, 4:16 PM EST
The professional painters I know are not concerned with tape. They are able to paint straight lines without it. Paint from top to bottom ... ceilings, walls and then trim.

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