Perfect Painting & decorating throughout
KENT, EAST SUSSEX, WEST SUSSEX & SURREY
Since 1984
KENT, EAST SUSSEX, WEST SUSSEX & SURREY
Since 1984
Hints and Tips
DIY Interior Painting
If you are keen to undertake the work yourselves, this guide as to the sequence of operations may be helpful.
Sequence of operations before painting:
- Remove pictures, mirrors and light fittings.
- Remove small and light furniture.
- Place heavy & bulky furniture in centre of room.
- Cover floor and furniture with dust sheets.
- Remove curtains.
- Remove fittings.
Sequence of operations for preparation:
- All processes should commence at the highest point & work downwards. Wash, abrade and make good surfaces in the following order: ceiling & cornice, frieze and dado, windows, doors & other woodwork.
- Remove rubbish from site.
- Spot prime bare patches.
Sequence of operations for painting:
- Working from top: ceiling & cornice, frieze & dado, windows, doors.
- Other woodwork, completing with skirting board.
Sequence of operations before hanging surface coverings:
- Prepare as for interior painting.
- Undercoat as for interior painting, omitting surfaces to be papered.
- Size and cross-line if necessary.
- Complete painting as for Interior Painting, taking paint 6mm on to lining paper at cornice, architrave's and skirting.
Our Perfect Promise
We guarantee to:
- Provide a detailed specification prior to starting with no hidden extras.
- Use materials best matched to your needs.
- Regularly update you on the progress of the job.
- Take no payment until completion unless agreed in the original terms.
- Fully protect your furnishings and leave your house spotless.
Peace of Mind
Perfect Painting is a member of the Guild of Master Craftsmen and the Painting and Decorating Association. We have full public liability insurance and are registered with the Construction Industry Training Board.