Interior Paint Prep - Your Resource Page for Preparing Interior Rooms for Painting

Preparation is the foundation of a beautifully painted room. We've included a list of interior paint preparation articles here so you can get the same professional results we do—results that last for years to come.

• Interior Painting Tips - Basic Room Preparation for Professional Painting Results
  Proper pre-paint prep is so vital it could be considered the most important consideration if you want your interior painting job to look professional.
• What Kind of Paint Do I Have?
  How to Identify the Type of Paint on Your Walls and Trim
• Interior Paint Preparation Tips - Repair and Prime
  Not every room is ready to paint immediately. Some rooms need repairs. Doing repairs the correct way is the best insurance that a paint job will look new for years to come.
• How to Clean Wall Surfaces Before Painting
  Most wall surfaces that appear to be in good condition don't need very much in the way of cleaning. The following technique will make the job relatively quick and easy.
• 5 Furniture Moving Tips for DIY Painters
  One of the first steps professional painters recommend before starting a painting project is moving the furniture out of the room. Learn a few furniture moving tips from professional painters to make this task easier.
• Interior Paint Masking Techniques
  You know that you should remove outlet covers, light fixtures if possible, etc. How do you protect the things you can't remove from the room? Learn how to protect any surface before starting any project.
• 6 Reasons Why Masking is Critical to Professional Painting Results
  Masking is a critical part of both interior and exterior paint preparation. Here's 6 good reasons to put in the extra effort to cover up and protect non-painted surfaces.
• Interior and Exterior Paint Sanding Techniques
  Painting any interior or exterior surface can require at least some sanding. Learn how to sand peeling paint for the best look.
• Interior Sanding Techniques
  Interior surfaces should be perfectly smooth before painting. Learn interior sanding techniques and tips for a smoother finish.
• Sanding Basics
  While scraping is the first step of many painting tasks, the preparation should be finished by sanding away rough edges to create smooth, flat surfaces.
• Sanding Tools - Choosing the Best Tool for Different Situations
  Using the right sanding tool can save a lot of time and effort.
• Paint Scraping
  Removing the loose paint and old caulking by scraping is always one of the first steps before proceeding with any priming or painting.
• Scraping Paint - Professional Tips
  Here are some tips from painting professionals for making the whole process of scraping paint much easier.
• Preventing Mold and Mildew Growth
  Do you have problems with mold and mildew? Learn how to prevent its growth after painting or be forced to repaint sooner than expected.
• Remove the Switch Plates and Outlet Covers
  For that professional look, always remove the electrical switch plates and outlet covers before any interior house painting.
• Interior Peeling Paint - Identifying the 10 Most Common Causes
  The root of all interior peeling paint is poor adhesion to the previous surface. Here are the ten most common causes of poor adhesion.
• Peeling Paint - How to Prevent Peeling Paint Problems
  It is best to prevent problems in the first place, as there is not much point in starting an interior paint job without first pinpointing the cause of previous peeling issues.
• Interior Painting Tips - Handling Peeling and Flaking Paint
  If you see peeling and flaking paint anywhere in your home, it may be an indication that someone took short cuts in pre-paint prep work. Or it could be a sign that the wrong type of paint was used. First, you have to get to the bottom of why the paint is peeling.
• Fixing Blistering Paint
  Blistering and bubbling paint is ugly and frustrating, but it can be fixed. You'll need to correct the underlying problem, remove the damaged finish, and repaint. This step by step guide will show you how.
• Blistering Paint Causes and Solutions
  Learn what causes paint to blister and solutions to prevent it from happening again.
• Trisodium Phosphate (TSP)
  The best all purpose cleaner is trisodium phosphate. TSP will easily remove dirt, grease and soap scum.
• Cleaning Mold from Interior Surfaces
  Cleaning mold with heavy-duty cleaners and bleach will be necessary when preparing a wall or painted trim for refinishing.
• Interior Caulking Techniques
  Interior caulking involves filling all cracks and gaps in the trim and walls. Learn valuable tips to get the caulking done faster and looking better.
• Interior Caulking Tips, How to Deal with Special Situations
  Anyplace there is a gap between trim or a cabinet and the wall is a place you should caulk. Learn some important interior caulking tips pertaining to stained or painted trim and dealing with large gaps.

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