THE TOP TEN Most Common Painting Mistakes
Painting seems like a very simple project and many homeowners choose it as one of the most common DIY projects. However, even though it can be a somewhat easy task, there is still much room for mistakes to be made. A little more thoughtful preparation can help homeowners and painters avoid some of the most common mistakes. Painting can be a time consuming job when it is done correctly. However, for those who make some of the more common mistakes, it can mean spending the time to paint it all over again. This is costly in time consumption as well as having to purchase more supplies than those that were budgeted for the initial project. It is best to do the job right the first time which means many of the most common mistakes must be avoided. To help prevent having to purchase more paint supplies and to save you some time – we have compiled a list of the ten most common painting mistakes. For more information about house painting please visit, https://www.squidoo.com/Exterior-Painting
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One of the worst things that can be done is painting with cheap quality paint.

 
 
 
 

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Another very common mistake is to fail to sand rough spots or fill in gaps.

 
 
 
 

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If primer is not used, particularly on wooded surfaces, the paint will peel.

 
 
 
 

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Painting over dirt or mildew can be disastrous – always clean these surfaces adequately before painting.

 
 
 
 

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Not painting the ceiling when the walls are done can give them a dingy look.

 
 
 
 

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Painting latex paint over oil paints without using an oil-based primer can cause the paint to crack and peel in a very short time.

 
 
 
 

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Don’t paint over sockets and electrical covers; replacing them is the best option.

 
 
 
 

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Cracked or split boards should always be replaced or further damage can occur.

 
 
 
 

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Improper cut in’s at the top of the ceiling can look awful. Use the right type of paintbrush and take your time.

 
 
 
 

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Applying only one coat can leave areas improperly covered and leave it looking streaked or faded in appearance.

 
 
 
 





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