Build an established painting kit to de-stress your next painting plan. Be well prepared for success by constructing a painting kit that consists of: paintbrushes, primer, paint thinner, a drop cloth, old clothes and shoes, painter’s tape, a multi-purpose paint tool, a putty knife, a paint container, an optional paint tray liner, a paint can opener, rollers and patching paste. It is a very common mistake to think that using a butter knife or a flathead screwdriver will permit you to correctly open and close your paint can. Avoid wrecking your paint can cover and be able to attain an air-tight seal by not relying on a flathead screwdriver or a butter knife to open your paint can. Don’t mess up your left over paint by wrecking the seal by unintentionally damaging your paint lid.



Purchasing more painter’s tape than necessary may save you from needing to visit the store twice. Having a few additional paint rollers and an array of paintbrushes will let you tackle all locations. Work with an extension bar to reach ceilings and vaulted walls effortlessly. Another extension bar advantage is that it helps you to stand farther back from the wall and minimizes splatter on your clothing. Wear a painting pair of coveralls or some worn out clothes for every painting project. Older shoes too!

Typically, a paint kit works with a roller tray or a paint tray. These trays come with reusable or throw-away paint tray liners. They can easily be reused with the proper cleanup. Select a 5-gallon bucket which includes a screen grid to remove excess paint coming from the paint roller.

A multi-purpose paint instrument is an essential paint kit item. This is often used for applying putty or glaze, removing caulking, washing paint roll covers, scraping paint, driving nails as well as pulling nails. Lastly, don’t fail to remember your safety goggles, especially if you are painting overhead or applying spackle. Steer clear of chemical exposure to your vision by wearing safety goggles.

Choosing Paintbrushes

Using the proper paintbrushes can help you achieve expert results. If you are using latex paint, opt for synthetic-bristle brushes or nylon brushes. Go for natural-bristle paintbrushes if you are working with varnishes, oils and oil-based items.

There are a variety of paint roller covers that exist in numerous textures and naps. Rely on lesser naps for smooth surfaces, unless you prefer to apply a texture to the wall. And use extended naps for textured sections like stucco.



Try using a paint pot for cutting and reduced paint surfaces rather than relying on the entire paint can, which is often heavy to carry and hold. This is superior to dipping your brush within the can repeatedly, which may introduce fuzz and a host of contaminants. The paint pot comes with a wider design compared to the original paint can and is featherweight in comparison. Dip part of the paintbrush bristles into the paint to “load” the paintbrush. Avoid dripping paint concerns by holding your paintbrush at an angle. When you're painting, the wall friction will attract the paint from the paintbrush.

Best Painting Guidelines

Mix the paint even better by drilling some holes into your paint stir stick first. “Hat-banding,” is a frequent dilemma that occurs when you paint the corners and edges with a paintbrush and then use a roller to cover the more expensive surfaces. This occurs when you create a different consistency from the ceiling and the trim by not rolling close enough to the ceiling. Avoid this issue by using your paint roller as close as possible to the cut-in places. And lastly, if you want to stop a half-empty can of paint from becoming dry, drop old golf balls in the can to fill any air space.