If you’ve ever painted a surface, you know how important the proper prep work is to a job well done. If you don’t properly prepare your surface for painting, whether indoor or outdoor, the paint won’t take. It may flake or chip, it might be difficult to apply, it may leave streaks, and the overall finished product might not look that great. Therefore, take the advice of a professional. Prep work is 50% of the work needed for a smooth, long-lasting paint job.
1. Primer
Priming the surface offers a clean slate. Imagine applying paint to a canvas that already has paint on it. That’s much more difficult to do than applying paint to a blank canvas. The same idea applies to walls, ceilings, door frames, window frames, and more.
Choosing a high-quality primer to hide imperfections on the surface is very important. On new drywall, you would use a water-based primer. For heavily stained walls or walls with paneling or smoke/water damage, you would use an oil-based primer.
2. Sanding
Before you start any job, you need to make sure that the surface is ready to take paint. For surfaces like wood, you might find that splintering, warping, and weathering create a rough, uneven texture. These create a splotchy, tacky-looking paint job. A good painting company knows that you must sand down certain surfaces to even them out, allowing for a smooth application and a beautiful, finished product.
If you have dimples or holes, you must apply spackle or another smoothing compound. Then, gently sand it smooth with sandpaper so that it blends seamlessly with the rest of the wall before painting. The process before painting is the most important and is what creates a beautiful, lasting finish.
3. Choose Landmark Painting, Inc.
When you choose a commercial painting company in the Orange County / Los Angeles area, look no further than Landmark Painting, Inc. “Better Results, Better Service, Better Value”. Safety, excellent workmanship, and repeat business are what we pride ourselves on. To learn more or to schedule a consultation, call us today at (714) 993-0280 or contact us online.