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Paint Preparation

Once the difficult task of picking a paint shade is over, the job will go a lot smoother if you are well prepared. Cole Hardware paint departments are well stocked with these items that will be useful for your painting process.

Preparation:
Preparation: The most important step is a well prepared surface. This is where nearly all paint jobs go awry. Once the surface is patched and sanded, washing the walls with tri-sodium phosphate (TSP) is crucial.

 Painting:
Painting: Ensure excellent coverage by choosing the proper brush or roller. A good tip for even coverage is to roll a “W” in a threeby- three square, then fill the square with consistent vertical rolls.

  • drop cloth
  • blue masking tape
  • paint scraper
  • sanding sponge
  • spackle
  • putty knife
  • TSP wall cleaner
  • rags/sponges
  • gloves
  • brush
  • roller
  • paint tray
  • disposable liners
  • painter’s pole
  • ladder
  • brush cleaner
  • bucket
- Hardware Hotline  September, 2008
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