Carefully examine
the surface you're about to paint. Although it's hard
to notice on a day to day basis, interior surfaces accumulate
dirt, fingerprints, and a variety of stains and contamination
that dull and diminish your home's appearance. A coat
of paint won't correct or cure these surface flaws, so
you have to address them before you paint or they'll undermine
the quality, look and longevity of your paint job.
Proper surface preparation often takes much longer than
the actual application of paint. Be sure to allow for
this important step in your budget and schedule.
 Remove fungus
Clean the area
Prepare glossy surfaces
Prepare
other unpainted surfaces
Prepare
previously painted surfaces
Prepare stained and discoloured
surfaces
Prepare wallpapered surfaces
Prepare
bare wood
Dealing with the dangers
of asbestos
Dealing with old, lead-based
paint |
CAUTION: Be sure to
take the appropriate precautions when preparing surfaces which
may contain harmful materials such as lead or asbestos. See
our recommendations under the 'Prepare The Surface' section. |
