Call Us Picasso: 5 Weird Painting Hacks You Have to Try

Home improvement doesn’t have to involve major renovations or expensive remodels.

Sometimes, a fresh coat of paint is all you need to take the interior of your home from drab to fab.

If you need to repaint your home but aren’t sure where to begin, don’t worry.

These five great painting hacks will help you get your big painting project done in no time at all!

1. Choose the Right Color

If you’ve ever been to a home improvement store, you probably know that there are literally thousands of different colors you can choose from.

There are classic colors like slate and eggshell, of course, but there are also unique colors like burnt sienna and Moroccan yellow.  

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you’re choosing a paint color. But, there are lots of things you can do to make the process easier.

Start by choosing the colors that appeal to you personally, and don’t be afraid to ask for samples. Test a little out to see how it looks on your wall before you paint the whole house.

Be sure to choose colors that compliment your furniture and other decor items, too, unless you want to totally revamp your home.

2. Paint Your Trim First

If you paint the trim first, you don’t have to worry about taping off the walls. It’s much easier to just tape off the trim after the paint has dried.

When you take this approach, any mistakes you make will also get covered up when you paint the walls later. It’s a win-win!

3. Wait for Dry Weather

If the weather is particularly humid, you’re more likely to experience dripping paint. When it’s humid outside, it also takes longer for your paint to dry — and nobody wants that!

4. “Box” Your Paint

“Boxing” your paint means pouring several gallons into a large bucket.

That way, you’ll have plenty of paint and won’t have to worry about driving back to the store in the event that you run out.

This also ensures you’ll have consistent color throughout the entire room (or house).

5. Don’t be Afraid to Hire Professionals

Finally, don’t be afraid to bring in painting professionals.

If you don’t have the time to dedicate to a painting project — or if you just want to make sure it gets done right the first time — that’s okay.

Calling professionals is probably the best approach in either of these cases.

Reach out to friends or family members who have painted their homes recently to find out more about which painting businesses they recommend.

You can also check online review sites like Yelp to find highly rated businesses in your area.

Need More Painting Hacks?

Put these painting hacks into practice and you’ll have no trouble getting your home in tip-top shape. 

Are you looking for more painting tips?

Check out this article on unique, non-traditional ways to paint a room so that it stands out.

With these tips in mind, it’ll be easy for you to personalize your home and make it fit your specific style.

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