Painting projects are more popular than ever with do-it-yourselfers as studies indicate 94 percent are planning a painting project in 2015. DIYers are also planning their painting projects earlier in the year, with January, February and March marked as popular months to upgrade homes with color.
If you plan to paint your Keller home this year, here are some tips to help prepare you for success.
Choose colors with confidence
A fresh coat of paint in the right color can quickly transform the look and feel of any space in your home. To help choose the perfect color for your space, take advantage of the easy-to-use color selection tools available to help you find and try colors before you paint. Homeowners can use the online Color Visualizer, for example, to virtually paint a space and try on different color combinations, making it easy to choose colors with confidence.
Find color inspiration
Choosing the perfect paint color is key to creating the look you want, but how do most people find the right color? More than half of DIYers (56 percent) say they look to nature for color inspiration, while more than a third (36 percent) take their color cues from Pinterest images. Needles to say, there are many more places in which homeowners can draw inspiration and it is important to choose a color that you are comfortable with.
Select the right finish
Once you've decided on the perfect color, make sure you're getting the best finish for the space you are painting. For durability and washability, choose a semi-gloss paint. Semi-gloss is a good option for areas such as bathrooms and kitchens, as well as trim. For high-traffic areas, like a hallway or a kid's bedroom, satin and egg-shell paints are preferred as the finish is easy to clean and maintain. High gloss paints are also extremely durable and easy to clean, making them perfect for windows, doors and trim. For spaces that have something to hide, a flat finish will work to your advantage.
Paint your space in the correct order
When planning your painting project, also consider the order in which you paint your space. Start with the ceiling, followed by the walls. If two coats of paint are needed, finish both coats before moving to the next step. Then, paint the windows from top to bottom. After the windows, paint the baseboards, trim and doorframe. Finally, paint the door. Following this order will help ensure a smoother painting process in your Keller home and will require fewer cleanups.
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