Painting a room or a house is a challenge many of us face at some point. But the decision whether to hire a professional or attempt a DIY house painting project comes with risks and benefits.
You’ve chosen a beautiful paint colour, you have your brushes, and you’ve booked a couple of days off work. This paint job will only take a few hours, right?
Painting your space often is more challenging than picking a colour and sweeping it onto your walls. There’s lots to consider, from selecting the right paint type and sheen level to priming your surface. Mix this in with a long list of equipment to buy, and your quick home improvement project looks like it might take a while.
If you decide to go ahead with your painting, it’s best to be as prepared as possible. But if you’d rather just leave it to the pros, our professional Perth painters are here to help and get it done in a fraction of the time.
Tools You Need Before You Start Your DIY House Painting
Before doing any interior painting, you’ll want the right tools to achieve the best results.
Sanding paper and putty
If your surface isn’t perfectly smooth, you’ll want to patch any cracks or blemishes with putty before smoothing with sanding paper.
Paintbrushes
We recommend buying a few different-sized brushes including a large one for flat areas, a medium for edges and skirting boards, and a small one for the finer details. The quality and type of paint brush can also determine the finish of your paint job – the wrong type can leave streaks all over your walls.
Paint rollers and extension poles
Rollers and extension poles will make paint application much easier for high ceilings and large surfaces. Much like paintbrushes, paint rollers come in various styles to suit different paint types. You’ll want to ensure you get the right one!
Paint trays
Choose one that fits your roller and is deep enough to hold plenty of paint to avoid frequent top-ups.
Masking tape
Masking tape will help you keep your lines straight and give you a crisp finish around edges, skirting, and window frames.
Drop cloths
Protect your flooring and furniture from accidental spills by covering them up with drop cloths before you begin. And remember, any paint you step in will be carried throughout your house so be careful to remove your shoes before you leave the room.
Face masks and painters coveralls
Paint fumes are dangerous to breathe in. Protect yourself with a mask, and avoid ruining your clothes by covering up with coveralls.
Although it may be easy to cut costs, we recommend you buy high-quality equipment at the start. In the long run, quality tools can save money and frustration, and help you achieve a professional-looking finish.
Risks Involved In DIY Interior Painting Projects
Starting a DIY home improvement project like interior painting takes a lot of time, effort, and planning, even before you’ve got a brush in hand.
There are some drawbacks involved in taking on the project yourself:
- Costs quickly build up when you’re buying new, high-quality equipment, paints, and tools
- Your beautiful furniture and flooring are at risk of accidental spillages if you don’t cover them properly
- Not completing the priming stage carefully can lead to an uneven paint application
- It’s time-consuming, especially if you’re working in a big area or are an inexperienced painter
- Visible brush strokes and drip marks can make for a messy-looking finish, ruining your work and leading you to hire a professional to fix things
- Paint fumes pose a health risk if you aren’t working in a well-ventilated area with appropriate protection like masks and respirators
- Depending on your local regulations, disposing of unfinished paint tins can be a hassle as they can’t go in general waste bins
Despite these challenges, putting your own sweat into a home improvement project can produce amazing satisfaction with the results, whether they’re perfect or not.
Consulting with the professionals at your local paint shop, watching DIY video tutorials, and asking friends or family for help can all make the process easier and more enjoyable.
Hire Our Professional Perth Painters For Peace Of Mind
Hiring our professional team of painters will save you all the worries that come with a DIY house painting project.
With Perth Premier Painting, you can be confident your paint job will have the perfect finish. We deliver polished paint jobs for commercial and residential properties with the highest attention to detail.
With our experienced team, there’s no need to worry about stray paint splatters or breathing in paint fumes, we take care of everything from the painting to the tidying.
If you’re only at the ideas stage of your project and haven’t chosen a colour yet, don’t worry – we can help with that too! Once you’ve got your free painting quote, you can enjoy our complimentary Dulux colour consultation. We’ll provide expert advice for your space, considering aspects like colour theory and the best paint finish for your room.
Leave It To Perth Premier Painting
Want a flawless finish without the work? Sit back, and relax while we care of everything for you.
Call us at 08 6263 4483 to discuss your requirements or request a free quote today.
