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2 | September 2020 | Southwest Orlando Home & Real EstateNothing transforms a home quitelike a fresh coat of paint. In fact,painting their own houses is oneof the smartest and easiest DIY upgradeshomeowners can accomplish,especially as they find themselvesspending more time at home. With71% of homeowners undertakingimprovement or renovation projectsthat include paint, according to aniProperty Management study, the followingare surefire tips to ensure theyare painting like the pros:• Clean your canvas. Paint adheresbetter to a smooth, clean surface.While living room walls mayonly need a dry dusting, kitchens andbathrooms — where dirt, grease,oil or mildew can build up — needextra attention. Wash surfaces withsoap and water, rinse well and allowto dry completely. For bathrooms,remove mold and mildew by applyinga solution of 1 part bleach to 3parts water, and allow the solution tosit for 20 minutes. Then scrub moldand mildew with a soft-bristle brush,rinse the surface and allow it to dry.Be sure to wear safety glasses andPaint Your Home Like a Pro!rubber gloves when working withthis bleach and water solution. Forsurfaces that are particularly grimy,spray with Rust-Oleum Original KrudKutter Cleaner & Degreaser, wipe offwith a clean cloth, and allow to dry.• Ensure a smooth surface. Nowthat the surface is dry, smooth down A littlepreparationand attentionto detail canhave anyhomeownerpainting like apro.any uneven or rough surfaces witha bit of fine-grit sandpaper. Anotherpro tip is to shine a bright light at alow angle across the surface to spotany problem areas. After you havesanded or scraped the area, wipe itdown with a damp cloth to removeany dust or residue, and allow to dry.• Don’t forget the details. Anyonecan paint over a wide, smooth surface,but it’s the attention to detailaround windows and doors thattruly gives a job that professionallook. Start by removing any looseor cracked caulking from windows,doors and trim; and apply a freshbead of sealant for a smooth, sealedsurface. DAP Alex Flex PremiumMolding & Trim Sealant is paintablein just 30 minutes, saving time andresulting in a seamless, more professionalfinish. Next, use painter’s tapeto protect windowsills, molding, baseboards,door hinges and the ceilingperimeter, taking your time to ensurethat all areas are properly covered.• Fill in imperfections. Now it’stime to tackle the main surface.Cracks, holes and dents will mar thefinished project, so apply spacklingto fill in these areas. Open a containerof pre-mixed spackling compoundand apply a small amountover the damage with a flexibleputty knife. Spread the compoundover the hole or crack in a smooth,downward motion. Overfill slightly © © † * *()†® * () © |
and sand smooth using fine-gritsandpaper. Need to tackle a largerdrywall repair? Reach for DAP FastDry Premium Spackling. This professional-gradespackling compoundis uniquely formulated to providestrength and durability while dryingfast. Depending on the size of the repair,it can be painted in as little as15 minutes.• Paint with precision. Make thejob go easier and faster by havinga variety of brushes and rollers onhand. Rollers are great for coveringlarge, wide surfaces; but for a professionallook around edges andcorners, you’ll need smaller brushesfor the right amount of detailedwork. Allow the first coat of paint tocompletely dry, then apply a secondcoat to ensure smooth, even coverage.Once the second coat is dry,carefully pull up any painter’s tape,and voila! Your space is transformed!For more information about DAPproducts for your next DIY project,visit dap.com.(BPT) ªSouthwest Orlando Home & Real Estate | September 2020 | 3EXTERIOR HOME CLEANINGAND SPECIALTYCOATING SERVICESPRESSURE WASHINGDECORATIVE SCORED CONCRETEPAVER SEALINGPOOL DECK COATING321-947-2541Imperial Outdoor Living, LLCFacebook.com/imperialoutdoorlivingSave $761. *Combine Home & Auto.Andy Phillips, Agent7608 W Sand Lake RoadOrlando, FL 32819Bus: 407-354-1320Andy.Phillips.kraa@statefarm.comSave money and time when you combine your home and auto insurance.Just another way I’m here to help life go right.CALL ME TODAY.1601489*Average household savings based on 2015 national survey of new policyholders who reported savings by switching to State Farm ® .State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, State Farm Indemnity CompanyState Farm Fire and Casualty Company, State Farm General Insurance CompanyBloomington, IL
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