Assembled an organized painting kit to simplify your next painting plan. A common painting kit includes a drop cloth, paint thinner, repairing paste, a multi-purpose paint tool, painter’s tape, paintbrushes, rollers, a paint tray, an optional tray liner, primer, a putty knife, coveralls or worn out clothes, and finally, a paint can opener. You may contemplate, “Why use a special tool to open my paint can when I have got a flathead screwdriver here now?” Opting for a flathead screwdriver or employing a butter knife to open your paint can damage the lid and stop the ability to create an air-tight seal. Don’t spoil your left over paint by eradicating the seal by unintentionally damaging your paint lid.



Definitely buy more painter’s tape than you imagine you might need to avoid another trip to the store. Be well prepared with extra paintbrushes and rollers to ensure that you have the right tools for every single aspect of the job. Painted ceilings and vaulted surfaces will require an extension bar. Another extension bar benefit is that it helps you to stand farther back from the wall and decreases splatter on your clothing. Wear a painting pair of coveralls or some worn out clothing for every painting assignment. Unwanted shoes too!

Typically, a paint kit implements a roller tray or a paint tray. The paint trays work closely with reusable or disposable paint tray liners. Thoroughly clean the liners out afterward for simple reusability. If you're going to paint a large location, include a 5-gallon bucket and a screen grid to eliminate extra paint from the roller.

The multi-purpose paint tool is important in a paint kit. This tool can help you remove nails, scrape paint, drive nails, apply putty or glaze, clean caulking, or clean paint roller covers. Wear your safety goggles whenever you work overhead painting ceilings or implementing spackle. Paint is full of chemicals and can be detrimental to the eyes.

Paintbrush Selections

Choosing your paintbrushes with care can save your entire project. If you are using latex paint, pick synthetic-bristle brushes or nylon paint brushes. If you will be handling varnishes, stains and oil-based paints, choose natural bristle brushes instead.

Various paint roller covers appear in a variety of naps and textures. Rely on lesser naps for smooth surfaces, unless you would like to apply a texture to the wall. And use longer naps for textured areas like stucco.



Make use of a paint pot for cutting and smaller paint surfaces instead of relying on the entire paint can, which can be heavy to carry and hold. Dipping your paintbrush into a paint pot will reduce the potential for introducing contaminants and fuzz into your paint can. The paint pot has a wider layout compared to the original paint can and is featherweight in comparison. Carefully dip half of your bristles in to the paint to effectively load your paintbrush. Hold your paintbrush up at an angle to avoid dripping. As you apply paint, the friction from the wall can draw paint from the paintbrush.

Best Painting Tips and Tricks

Here is a stir stick suggestion! Drill holes in your paint stick, which helps to completely mix the paint. Avoid a common issue known as “hat-banding,” which occurs when you use a paintbrush for cutting and a roller to paint what's left. This happens when you create a different texture from the ceiling and the trim by not rolling close enough to the ceiling. However this is prevented if you use your paint roller to get as close to the cut-in areas as possible. And lastly, if you want to stop a half-empty can of paint from dehydrating, drop old golf balls directly into the can to fill up any air space.