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A typical paint job ...
Masking off:
At the begining of all jobs I take the time to ensure all surfaces, furniture, fixtures and fittings not being painted are protected with masking tape, masking paper, drop cloths and dust sheets.
Preparation - Dust free sanding:
For the best results thorough preparation is essential. Surfaces must be clean and glossy substrates must be keyed, otherwise the paint wont adhere properly.
Moreover the build-up of previous layers of paint needs to be 'flatted' for a smooth finish.
I use dust extracted sanding systems from Mirka and Festool to minimise dust in the home. Power and hand sanders are connected to an extracter that sucks up the dust as its created. Top quality finishing is quicker, cleaner and healthier this way.
I always undertake a day-end clean up routine as well. If you work in a mess your work ends up a mess.
Preparation - filling:
Defects in surfaces are filled (usually at least twice, often more). I carry a wide selection of different fillers, caulks and sealants so I always have the right product for the job. The filler is then sanded flush to the surface.
Priming:
New/bare/filled surfaces need priming, knots on bare timber need sealing with shelac knotting. Again I have a wide variety of primers and knotting solutions in the van ready for action, including specialist adhesion primers which stick to any surface and seal stains.
Coating up:
There is such a wide range of coatings on the market today it is essential to choose the right paint. Having used nearly everthing out there I can recomend the right paint for your job. Correct paint choice equals higher quality, increased durability and value for money. Sometimes spending a little extra on the right paint in the begining can work out cheaper in the long run.
Equally important is using the right 'applicators'. In recent years advances in brush and paint technology have seen UK painters abandoning their cherished Hamilton Perfections (legendary British natural brislted brushes) for increasingly exotic synthetic brushes from the USA makes like Purdy, Wooster and Proform.
Rollers probably havent advanced at the same rate as brushes with many craftsmen still opting to use genuine sheepskin rollers.
