FAQs
You can start anywhere when you paint a room. However, using an orderly process can save time and effort. Painting a room in the correct order will also reduce drips and runs. A good rule of thumb is to always start with the ceiling, next the walls and end by painting baseboards, windows and door trim.
When painting a room, what should be painted first? ›
Do you paint walls or trim first? From a professional point of view, with interior painting, it makes the most sense to paint your trim first, then ceilings, and then your walls. It's much easier and faster to tape off trim than to tape off your walls. And you definitely don't want the hassle of taping them both.
Which room will be painted first? ›
Primarily public rooms, like the living room, could be painted before bedrooms and other private places. If you are using thee same color in several different areas of your home, it makes sense to stay in that color and paint those areas first.
How do you prioritize rooms for painting? ›
Walk through each room and imagine yourself going about your daily routine. This little exercise will help you figure out which room do you consider most important and which one would you like getting painted first. Prioritise the room you spend the most time in.
What is the sequence of paint? ›
Always apply two or more coats of paint. Complete the first coat and let it dry before painting the second coat. Refer to the can as to how much time is required for the first coat to dry.
Is it OK to cut in one day and paint the next? ›
Is it OK to cut in one day and paint the next? Yes is the simple answer.
Should I paint the baseboards or walls first? ›
Paint the Trim and Baseboards
We suggest painting the trim before the walls in most situations. After the paint dries, apply tape to the trim and begin painting the walls. Choose a high-quality semi-gloss paint to provide protection to the wood and give a nice shine to the baseboards and trim.
Do you cut in or roll first? ›
Always cut in first then continue painting with a roller. Cut in and paint with a roller one wall at a time. If you cut in all areas first and then roll the entire room, the paint that was applied when cutting in will have dried quicker and you will be left with a patchy, uneven finish.
Which rooms to paint first? ›
How to Choose Which Room to Paint First
- The Living Room. The living room, or great room, is an obvious choice, and not just because it's the biggest. ...
- The Kitchen. The kitchen may seem like a less obvious place to start, but for many, the kitchen is the heart of the home. ...
- Master Bedroom.
Paint applied indoors should be applied at the right temperature, that is why many professionals recommend winter months for painting the inside of your home. For instance, you want the temperature of the air, the wall surface and the paint to be between 60-80 degrees fahrenheit to achieve a beautiful even finish.
Most painters recommend a combination of rolling and brushing on the paint. Start with the ceiling, then move onto the walls, and finish with the trim. You'll need a paint key (free at most paint stores) or a putty knife to open your can of paint.
What sequence should I paint my room? ›
From Ceiling to Wall Painting - Decorating in the Right Order
- Step one: start with ceiling paint.
- Step two: wall painting.
- Step three: windows, doors and skirting board paint. The last steps in your guide to decorating include the windows, door frames and skirting boards.
Start with the ceiling
We recommend you start your decorating project at the top and work your way down. Taking this approach will allow you to avoid dripping any paint onto freshly painted areas. Before you start painting, clean your ceiling, fill any holes or cracks and sand it.
Do you paint light or dark colors first on walls? ›
Paint the adjoining light-colored walls first. “Don't worry if you get paint on what will be your accent wall—the dark paint will cover up whatever lighter paint found its way there. After the lighter wall dries, tape off that edge so the dark color doesn't bleed onto your new paint,” Colaneri and Carrino advise.
Do I paint the ceiling or walls first? ›
One question everyone asks: Should you paint the walls or ceiling first? If you're planning to paint the entire room, start with the ceiling. That way, you won't have to worry about splatters from the roller getting onto the walls—it will all get touched up once the walls are painted.
Which of these should be painted first? ›
For interior painting, it's recommended to start with the trim paint, then move on to the ceilings, and finally paint the walls.
