DIY Painting: A Step-by-Step Guide

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With the rise of the DIY culture, more and more people are choosing to paint their homes themselves. Not only does doing it yourself save on renovation costs, but you can also choose paint products that suit your personal preferences and needs, and freely select shades to showcase your personal style. By participating, you can experience the fun of painting and pick up the relevant skills, giving your home a refreshing new look. This time, the renovation guys will share a complete DIY painting guide.

Painting Steps:

Preparation:

• Clean the work area and remove any furniture that may hinder the work.
• Use masking tape to protect areas that do not need to be painted, such as the skirting boards, and use masking paper to cover furniture and floors.

Basic Tool Preparation:

• For large areas: Paint roller, paint tray, and extension pole.
• For detail work: Paintbrush, small paint bucket.
• Auxiliary tools: Paint stirrer, measuring cup, sandpaper, putty knife, dust sheet.
• Safety equipment: Face mask, gloves, safety goggles.

Paint Preparation:

• Paint remover/wall scraper.
• Clear coat or sealer.
• Waterproof primer (if needed)
• Wall putty.
• Undercoat.
• Topcoat (latex paint/artistic paint)

Steps:

• Wall surface cleaning: Use paint remover to scrape off old paint. If the wall is deteriorated, remove the base coat and loose wall surface (scrape the base).
• Moisture-proof sealing: Apply a clear coat or sealer and let it dry thoroughly.
• Plastering and patching: Use wall putty to fill in cracks and indentations, then smooth with sandpaper.
• Undercoat application: Apply a uniform layer and wait for it to dry completely.
• Topcoat application: It is recommended to apply at least two coats, allowing each layer to dry thoroughly in between.

The Importance of Undercoat and Topcoat

In the paint coating system, the undercoat and topcoat play different but equally important roles. The undercoat serves as the first line of defense, improving the adhesion of the topcoat while also preventing the wall from getting damp, creating the perfect foundation for the subsequent topcoat application. The topcoat, on the other hand, is the outer layer that delivers the desired decorative effect, such as different shades or textures, giving the home a completely new feel. Moreover, the topcoat needs to have the ability to resist environmental factors. For instance, adding special functions like anti-moisture, anti-bacterial, and anti-stain to interior wall paint ensures the durability of the paint film while also making the living environment healthier and more aesthetically pleasing.

Versatile Functions of Paint

Paint technology has made great strides, and paint products on the market today are no longer limited to basic decorative purposes. They now incorporate a variety of practical functions to meet different living needs. As modern people pay more attention to health and environmental protection, zero-VOC paints that are environmentally friendly and odorless can be found on the market. These paints also have the function of decomposing formaldehyde to continuously improve indoor air quality. The moisture-proof, mildew-proof, antibacterial, and antiviral properties are especially suitable for users who care about cleanliness and hygiene. In a nutshell, different spaces can fully utilize the protective and practical functions of paint by choosing the right features according to their needs. For example, damp spaces should be painted with moisture-proof and mildew-proof paint, while the living room or children's room can be painted with stain-resistant paint for easy cleaning. As for the master bedroom, you can choose an artistic paint with a unique texture to enhance the style and atmosphere.

Tips for Using Color Cards

Many people mistakenly believe that the paint color on the color card will exactly match the color when it's painted on the wall. This is a misconception. Due to factors such as light reflection, the color of the walls after painting is usually slightly darker than the color shown on the color card.

Choosing a Color: When selecting a color from the color card, it is best to choose a shade that is slightly lighter than your desired color.

Color Variation: It is recommended to obtain a physical color card for an accurate comparison, as lighting can affect the color presentation. Also, to avoid screen color differences, it is not recommended to rely solely on electronic color cards. Be sure to check the actual color card before making a purchase.

Tool Purchasing Guide

When visiting a color center, in addition to using color cards to choose your favorite colors, remember to also equip yourself with the appropriate tools for the job:

For Regular Latex Paint: It is recommended to purchase paint rollers, brushes, and trays.

For Artistic Paint: Specialized tools are required to achieve the desired textured effect.

Friendly Reminder: If you are unsure about which tools you need, feel free to ask the staff at the color center. They will be able to suggest the appropriate set of tools based on the type of paint you are purchasing and the area you plan to paint.

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Not only does it retain all the protective characteristics of the series, but it can also create various leather-textured effects using a dedicated roller and tools. The paint finish has an eggshell gloss, giving the walls a sense of depth and dimension. It is suitable for large-area painting and adds an artistic atmosphere to the space, enhancing your quality of life.

Nippon Paint - Rich Colour Expert

Nippon Paint now provides a convenient computer colour-matching service. Customers can choose their desired colours from the 1988 colour card, and through the store's exclusive colour machine's computer colour-matching technology, the paint colour mixing can be completed in just 5-10 minutes. This thoughtful service makes DIY renovation easier, allowing every user to effortlessly bring their dream colours into their homes and create unique living spaces.

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