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Painting & Supplies
Painting & Supplies
One of the fastest, easiest and most economical ways to make an improvement to the value of a home or office is to paint it. Painting basics and supplies are very affordable, and doing the job alone is quite simple. Interior and exterior painting steps up curb appeal and buyer acceptance on buildings for sale or rent. For those who are living in the newly painted residence or working in a repainted office, the atmosphere is clean and fresh. A gallon of paint can make an old or dingy room look bright and cheerful. Use colors to establish a decorating theme; use neutral colors if the building will soon be offered for sale. Remember that light colors help enlarge small spaces and brighten dark areas.
Painting is not a difficult chore. Some preparation, planning and equipment are necessary. For starters, use a drop cloth to catch any paint drips falling from walls, ceilings or paint brushes. A ladder or step stool is helpful, as are accessories like calking and weather stripping. Once the room is prepared, it is advisable to begin with trim painting around the windows, doors, in corners where walls meet and just below the ceiling if the ceiling will be another color. Then it is a breeze to just roll or spray paint on the main areas of walls. Ceilings should be painted first if they are included in the job.
Getting the right type of paint is important. Interior paint from makers like Easy Living, Dutch Boy and Krylon is made for indoor conditions. Latex paint is fast drying and easy to clean up when the job is finished. Indoor paint made by Easy Living and other makers has a good durability expectation. No primer is needed; one coat covers most colors. Latex paint is a washable paint when dry.
Exterior paint is different than interior paint. Weatherbeater, Easy Living and Krylon exterior paint is made to withstand harsh outdoor weather conditions and sunlight. Exterior paint by Weatherbeater and other paint manufacturers is made for special surfaces like galvanized roofing and steel. It is fast drying and resists rust, fading and other problems that outdoor paint must endure. Primer may be required under finish coats.
Other paint accessories to look for when deciding to paint a room include silicone glazing, ceiling glitter, wall borders and appliqu, a step stool, and stains for wood surfaces. There are special paints for special outdoor products, such as marine paint for use on boats and items that will be near or in water. See these paint products and more in the Sears Tools, Painting and Supplies catalog today.
