Are You Forgetting A Handy Step When Painting Your Walls? – House Digest
When painting your walls, it’s easy to be eager and forget the crucial steps before laying down that fresh coat of color. However, if you’re striving for professional-level results and longevity in your paintwork, one preparatory step that should never be forgotten is sanding. Sanding is more than just an added chore — it fundamentally improves the quality and durability of your painted surfaces. Sanding a surface before painting provides numerous benefits that might not be immediately apparent, however, a slightly roughened surface from sanding offers the perfect grip for paint, preventing it from easily chipping, peeling, or bubbling.
Nobody likes a bumpy or uneven paint job, and sanding also smoothens out ridges, imperfections, or bumps, ensuring your paint glides on smoothly, leaving a refined and seamless appearance. If you are redoing a previously painted surface, sanding is essential for removing old, flaky paint or persistent stains. It can transform an old, tired-looking piece into a newly refreshed wall. An appropriately prepared surface results in a more aesthetic finish and provides consistent protection to the surface beneath.
Choosing the right sandpaper
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Sanding is crucial to achieving a professional finish, and it’s all about choosing the right grit. Grit is what makes the sandpaper rough. While you can choose from coarse to ultra-fine sandpaper, each has its ideal use, especially regarding wall preparations. If your walls were painted with water-based paint, you will want to use fine-grit sandpaper of around 150 to 180 grit. This is also perfect for the final smoothing touches before introducing primer. However, if the wall had been previously painted with oil-based paint, you’ll want to use a medium grit of 80 to 120, which strikes a balance between removing imperfections and prepping the surface.
By understanding the importance of sanding and applying it diligently, you can elevate your wall paint. Whether a DIY enthusiast or a professional painter, remember that a little grit goes a long way. Keep in mind, sanding generates a lot of dust build-up, which can be harmful if inhaled. Always ensure you wear the proper safety gear, especially a mask. Once done, thoroughly clean the surface to ensure it’s free from all sanding residues before you begin painting.
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