Painting a Door

When painting doors, use the "inside-out" technique. Doors, either flush or panel, can be painted quickly with a roller and brush. Brush in all thedifficult surfaces first, then cover as much as you canwith the roller. Use the brush immediately after using a roller to give the paint a grain that will match the wood, across and up and down. It may be best to remove door from hinges and lay it down on saw horses or table. Paint can be applied quicker and thicker with-out the danger of paint sagging. Allow the painted side to dry thoroughly before turning it over to paint other side. Use padding to protect the painted surface.

Exterior Preparation

Frist, cover all tree, bushes and surfaces you want to protect. Second, make all repairs in surface. Scape or sand any peeling paint or surface area. Patch the area after removing peeling paint and then sand. Sweep up dust from area and apply caulking to gaps. Use wood filler or patching material for wholes. Allow to dry and sand until flush with surface. Sand any area that has a gloss to get adhesion. Clean all mildew and stains with a cleaner using a pump sprayer and sponge. Wash all surface with a power washer or water hose (top to bottom and side to side) and allow to dry.  

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Wallboard Saw

Wallboard saw is similar to a compass saw, but it is designed for gypsum board also claaed, drywall and sheetrock. The sharpened point is designed to make a starting cut for pipes, electric outlet, light switches etc.

Painter Tape

Painter's tape is great product for protecting those area and things you do not want painted. Before apply paint to a surface, make sure to apply tape to all that needs protection like: baseboards, trim, light switches, electric outlets, alarm controls etc. Getting paint off these surfaces can be a pain and only makes your job harder. When applying painters tape to a surface apply even pressure to the ends to give tape a secure lock.This helps prevent paint from leaking behind the tape.

The Advantages Of A Stabilizer Bar

A stabilizer provides a broad base for the top of an extension ladder so that it is less likely to twist away from a wall. Stabilizers come in a variety of materials and designs. The one shown here is made of a square aluminum tubing curved on each end. It's wide enough to bridge across a single window. It lifts the ladder away from the window and away from a wall for easier access to the roof. The stabilizer is fastened to the rails of the ladder by clamps and wing nuts. The stabilizer bar gives protection to a wall not only by keeping the ladder rails from scratching the wall. But with its nonskid pads at the ends of the stabilizer bar, it prevents slipping of the ladder as well.

Roller Grid and a 5 Gallon Bucket

A roller grid is great for loading paint on your roller. It helps to give you a even load of paint to your roller. You can place it in a 5 gallon bucket or in a paint roller pan. Use a 5 gallon bucket  when you are using more then one gallon of paint to get an even mix of your choice of paint. If any paint is left, simple place a top on the bucket and store it away.

Basic Drywall Tools

Mud pan is great for holding compound when on ladders or high places. You can clean your putty knife by scraping your putty knife on the top side of the mud plan. Use a 6in. knife for your first coat of compound and then apply tape. For your second coat, use a 8in. knife and then a 10in knife for your third and final coat. If adding a forth and final coat, you can use a 12in. knife.

Light Weight, Easy Sand 20,45,90 Minute Joint Compound

 Easy Sand Joint Compound is a substance that is used in joining together drywall (sheet rock) panels in the remodeling industry. This joint compound comes in a powdered form (non pre-mixed) that has to be mixed (with water) to the manufactures recommendations to make a paste. The 20,40 and 90 minutes set, is the amount of time is takes for the compound to dry (set). Only a true professional should use 20 minute set. This compound drys fast and gives minimum time for error. 40 minute set is good for an experienced drywall finisher or someone that as some experience. The 90 set is recommended for the inexperience do it yourself er. When using Joint Compound make sure all furniture and floor are covered, especially when doing a ceiling!

Disposal Of Paint

 

When it comes to paint disposal, take off the top to the paint can. Then let dry or pour some cat litter or mulch into the can if there's a little bit of paint left in can. You can also purchase paint hardener from your local hardware store or home improvement store. Let paint dry for at least 24 to 48 hours or more depending on the amount of paint left over. Once paint has harden scoop it out into a trash bag to be dispose of on your weekly trash day (leave top off can). If you can't get paint out of can, dispose of whole can in trash bag with out top. This can only done with latex paint, for oil base paints you should call your local hazardous waste station or local recycling station (keep label intacted).

Keeping Paint Fresh

After you've painted all that needs to be painted and you still have paint left over and you want to store it away for later touch-ups. Take a piece of plastic wrap and place it on top of the open can. Spray cooking oil over the plastic and tightly secure the lid with a rubber mallet. Turn the bucket upside down, and you'll have a brand-new seal. Air won't get in, and the paint will last longer.

Measuring A Room For Paint

Steps:

WALLS

1. Measure the Length of each wall.
2. Then measure the Height of each wall
3. Add the Length and Height to get your total (square feet)
4. Divide the total square footage by 400 to get the number of gallons of paint needed

CEILINGS

1. Add Length and Width = total (square feet)

Divide total by 400 to get the number of gallons needed

Note: For rough surfaces divide total by 300 to get the number of gallons needed

Dual Cartridge Respirators

Dual cartridge respirators are good to use when spraying solvent-base paints and strippers. They come with dual cartridges for protection against mold, asbestos, chlorine, solvents, dust and other different respiratory hazards. The cartridges come with filters and chemically active canisters to absorb vapors. and are color-coded. Many come in a convenient one-hand operation; contoured flange for superior fit and comfort. Some dual cartridge respirators cover your full face, while others cover just your nose and mouth area. Be sure to choose the right cartridges for the contaminant you are protecting yourself against and that your respirator fits properly.

Using A Electric Drills

There are a number of  sizes and styles when it comes to the electric drill, whether light-duty or heavy-duty.  Light-duty drills have a pistol-grip handle, while the heavy-duty drills have a spade-shape or like a D-shape handle. The electric drill can be used for just about anything, from walls, doors, lighting, hanging pictures, cabinets and a lot more! When using a drill make sure you wear eye and ear protection. Corded electric drills are good for maximum power and never running out of battery, but it limits the user when it comes to power source and can cause the user to be rapped in it's cord. The drilling speed is controlled by the amount of pressure applied to its trigger. Using a drill bit is determine by the size of the drills chuck opening. Twist drills (also called bits) are used for drilling holes for screws. Twist drills come sizes from 1/16in. to 1in. in increments of 1/64. Auger bits come in fine or coarse fee screws. Fine feed are used for boring in finish work, while coarse is used for fast boring in rough work. Auger bits come sizes from 1/4in. to 1in., graduated in 1/16in. increments. When drilling into material make sure to hold drill steady, failure to do so may break a twist drill.

Measuring A Squar Foot

Steps:                                                        (Tip: Add 10% for waste)

1. Have a measuring tape, paper and pencil
2. Measure the length and then the width
3. Muiltiply length x width = Total
4. Divid 10% for any waste of cutting materials  (if no cuts are to be made, then skip this step)
5. Add Square Footage + 10% = Total  
6. Follow these steps for all walls in area
7. Add square footage of each wall (square feet + square feet =) for a grand total

Painting Your House With A Airless Paint Sprayer

Like most folks, painting the outside of your home isn't high on your list of projects. Spray painting the exterior of your house may seem like a quick way to get the job done, in some cases this is true. But, know this type of job isn't for everybody, nor is it for every house. One of the most hardest part of spray painting a house is the preparation work required. For a fast and professional looking paint job, may require the rental of a heavy duty professional paint sprayer. You'll need other equipment like, an extension ladder, drop cloths, plastic, painters tape, masking paper, ladder jacks and planks or scaffold for steady footing and easier mobility. Before spraying your house cover all windows, doors, trim, lighting, outside outlets and switches. Cover other objects you don't want painted like shrubs, sidewalk and foundation with drop cloth and plastic. Test sprayer on a small area like a piece plywood or cardboard to perfect the spraying technique. Keep the gun 8 to 10in. from the surface when painting. When the outside of your home make sure you watch your local news for weather conditions. Not only do you not want to paint in rainy, snowy, cold or in extreme heat, but you don't want to paint in windy condition even if everything is covered. Use a paint suit, eyewear, respirator and gloves. If you don't have a paint suit, wear long sleeves and pants.

Carpenter's Level

Carpenter's Level is a great tool used in the construction, home remodeling and by the homeowner as well. Most homeowners use this tool for hanging picture frames, cabinets, shelves and more. Not only can you use the Carpenter's Level for these types of projects, but you can also use it for painting vertical and horizontal lines for stripes and diamond shapes.

Circular Saw

Circular Saw sometimes called the Skilsaw. The Circular Saw is considered one of the most used tools in the industry. This tool can be adjusted, for Miter and Bevel cuts as well as being adjusted for depth in certain cuts. The Circular Saw as well as some other saws may come in different sizes determining on the size of  it's   blade. Blade sizes range from 41/2 to 16 inches blades (never change a blade with saw still plugged into it's power source) that come in a number of styles for different cuts and materials. Not only do the blades come in different styles, sizes, but also in the number of teeth per inch as well. This saw come with a built in blade guard. One half of the guard stays in a stand position, while the other half in a spring retracting guard for protection of it's operator. The guard can be retracted by hand for certain cuts, but only recommended that   a professional take this action! With the proper care and maintenance and regularly change blades when needed, the Circular Saw could last a lifetime.                                                                                           

Painting A Basement

Inhospitable basement has sounds walls and floor, only minor moisture problems, but little use. Remove fleaking with a staff wire brush. Stop minor moisture penetration with a waterproofer coat. Appy paint with long roller or brush- two coats of latex or one coat of waterproofer, then latex. Paint around obstacles and wall edges by brush, then roll floor with alkyd porch and deck enamel. Lively colors, a few lights and blinds on the windows will turn a basement into a habitable recreation room, play area or work space.

Galvanized Metals

In order for paint to adhere on galvanized steel gutters and downsprouts, louvers, mailboxes and other area on the home's exterior, the metal must either age (oxidze) for a year or be treated with with a chemical that will etch the surface. Then clean off any grease, oil or handprints with a rag soaked in laquer thinner. Prime the metal with a galvanized metal primer (primer can be tinted the color of the top coat). Apply 2 coats of paint (check with your paint suppier to make sure the top coat is compatible with primer).

Prep, Primed, Painted

Finish Project

Power Washing

Power Washer removes dirt and loose paint with a water spray of up to 2500 psi. Work at an angle, with nozzle 10-12 in. from the surface. Avoid spraying directly into eaves and vents. Use protective eyewear.