DIY ! (home edition)

Well the first thing you want to make sure is the paint going to stick on the walls? If the current paint is not flat sheen then you have to sand it or degloss it before you apply the primer. Nothing sadder than when someone paints their entire house and then a few days later sheets of paint come off. Kilz 2 is a good primer.

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Speaking of rollers, they take forever to dry after cleaning. Whether you clean them or just throw them away after using them, you'll need to get a bunch of them.

You should pre-sand surfaces before priming or painting when there are existing imperfections like glossy finishes, peeling paint, cracks, or bumps to ensure a smooth, durable, and professional-looking final coat.

Sanding creates microscopic scratches that improve adhesion for new paint and levels uneven surfaces.

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Cut your corner and edges before rolling.

Curing takes a while. You might accidentally rub off paint in the interim, or need to consider this for a moist environment (kitchen, bathroom) - many things recommend waiting a week before introducing moisture.

Sealer paint acts as a protective barrier, preparing porous surfaces like old walls or damp bathrooms to receive a top coat of paint by preventing moisture, stains, and chalkiness from affecting the new finish.It helps improve adhesion for new paint, fills minor cracks and holes, and ensures a more consistent and durable finish by creating a non-po... See more

The glossier the paint, the easier to clean. However, flat paint is the standard for ceilings. Eggshell for walls, often. Semigloss for kitchens, bathrooms, places where the walls get splashed more often. The finish will affect the perception of the color a little bit.

While painting over mould may temporarily disguise the problem, paint alone will not kill mould. Instead, the mould will continue to grow underneath the paint until it begins to show through. It may also cause the paint to bubble or flake, ruining the finish. If possible, it's best to remove the mould before painting.

Wear an n95.