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  Painting can have a huge effect on any room in your home. It requires prep work, patience, and elbow grease – but with a little extra knowledge, you can get pro results. With these expert tips, you can make sure that every project is a success.   EXPERT TIP #1: CUTTING IN One of the first painting steps after prep is cutting in. Cutting in is using a brush to paint the edges and corners of your wall, and it’s usually done before rolling. When cutting in, there are a few techniques to help ensure clean lines.   Using a 2″ to 3″ angled brush, make sure the brush is saturated with paint – this will give you the cleanest edges. Hold the bru...

    The right brush or roller can be the difference between a paint project living up to your dreams, and needing a do-over. If you’re not sure which one your project needs, we’re here to help. BRUSH OR ROLLER?   Brushes are great for smaller projects and detailed areas. Their smaller size makes them useful for trim, ceilings, and cutting in along corners. The other big reason for using a brush is if you’re staining a surface. The bristles on a brush do a better job of working the stain deep into a surface, meaning you’ll get a better look and better durability. Your other option is a roller. Most jobs will require a 9″ roller cover – they’re designed to hold more paint and cover more area, so they work great for larger surface areas such as walls and ceilings.   WHICH BRUSH? WHICH ROLLER?  Brushes come in several shapes and sizes, and each is good for different scenarios. An easy way to pick a brush is by determining the type of coating you’r...

  Selecting the correct primer for you next project is crucial to achieve the best possible results. The primer you choose will have a impact in your finished results and durability which is why you will want to pick the correct primer for your intended use. Do I need to prime or not? Priming is not always necessary, if your working with a previously painted surface that's in good condition you most likely won't need to prime. Here are a few Reasons we think you would need to use primer: Bare Surfaces, that have not been painted before Surfaces that have been sanded down If there are Rust or stains present on the surface Dramatic Color Changes Any nonporous surface like plastic, laminate, glass, high gloss surfaces.   Check your previously painted wall to see if its is acrylic or alkyd based. If you rub a cotton ball dipped in 70% Isopropyl alcohol on the surface, if the paint does not come off its alkyd based. If it does come off with the alcohol then its Acrylic based....