{"id":17398,"date":"2023-06-02T09:39:42","date_gmt":"2023-06-02T16:39:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kinsta.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/?p=17398"},"modified":"2024-12-05T16:23:36","modified_gmt":"2024-12-06T00:23:36","slug":"4-unskippable-steps-to-painting-your-space","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/4-unskippable-steps-to-painting-your-space\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Unskippable Steps to Painting Your Space\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Once you\u2019ve realized that paint plays a part in your home\u2019s transformation<\/a> and are committed to a color<\/a>, it\u2019s time to grab your tools\u2014even if that means pulling out your phone to hire a Painting Tasker<\/a>. Here\u2019s everything involved in painting your space, so you can decide whether you should DIY your paint job or outsource to a Tasker<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Don\u2019t Skip the Prep <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Skipping prep can lead to a result that will need fixing later, and you can end up with more work for yourself in the long run. Before you bring out the paint, starting with a wall free of cracks, holes, or dirt is important. Wipe down the walls with a damp cloth and spackle any holes. After that, lay down a drop cloth and tape your ceiling and baseboards so you can be sure of ending up with clean, straight lines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Think About Supplies <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The right tools can make all the difference. Each painter should have their own tools for a quick and excellent paint job. High-quality brushes and rollers like the ones from Backdrop <\/a>will save you time and energy because they reach fuller coverage faster, meaning you won\u2019t have to spend time reapplying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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