Tips For Cleaning After A Makeover

Remodeling and painting are messy endeavors. Clothes, carpet and paint equipment usually become soiled with paint drops and dust.With many “do it yourself” projects, the final stage is often neglected…that of properly cleaning the newly painted room and the paint equipment. The professionals at Chism Brothers Painting provide an ordered, clean experience for the homeowner, carefully preparing the work surfaces before painting and returning all rooms to their “pre-paint,” clean appearance.

When undertaking a “do it yourself” project, it is important to carefully prepare the room for the project. Use drop cloths to cover furniture and floor surfaces. If there are accidental paint drops or spills clean those immediately to prevent staining. When the painting is completed, thoroughly clean all brushes, buckets, and rollers. If oil-base paint was used, clean the equipment with paint thinner. Soak first and then clean with the paint thinner. Rinse with water to rid the equipment of the chemical smell. For water-based paints, clean with warm soapy water and dry thoroughly. Once everything is dry, store supplies in a cool dry cabinet or use them for the next paint color.

Before touching up the paint or scraping fresh paint from windows, allow the paint to dry thoroughly. Overnight is best and then carefully tend to the surfaces. If you use painter’s tape, it should be removed before paint is dry to avoid pulling the paint off the wall once it is dry.

Using these tips will make the paint experience more enjoyable. However, if you would like to avoid the hassle, mess and time of painting, the pros at Chism Brothers would be glad give you an estimate!