How to Prepare Your Home for a Professional Paint Job
When you schedule a professional painting service with Mastery Painting, you’re already one step closer to transforming your home. But to ensure the smoothest, most efficient project possible, a little preparation on your part can make a big difference. Here’s how to get your home ready before our team of expert Beaverton painters arrives.
1. Clear the Work Areas
Before painting begins, remove small furniture, decorative items, electronics, and anything fragile from the rooms we’ll be working in. If large furniture cannot be moved, our team will carefully cover and protect it, but having clear floor space helps us work faster and safer.
For exterior projects, remove outdoor furniture, potted plants, or décor near the painting area. Make sure all windows and doors are accessible.
2. Clean the Walls
Dirt, dust, grease, and cobwebs can prevent paint from adhering properly. Give the walls a light cleaning with a damp cloth or sponge and mild soap. Focus especially on kitchens and bathrooms, where residues tend to build up.
Don’t worry about deeper issues like stains or mildew—we’ll handle professional prep work as part of our service.
3. Repair Minor Damage
If you know of small wall imperfections like nail holes or minor dents, it helps to patch them ahead of time. However, if you’re not comfortable doing it yourself, Mastery Painting includes minor repairs in our prep process. Our Beaverton painters fill holes, sand rough spots, and fix small cracks to ensure a flawless finish.
4. Communicate Special Instructions
If there are specific walls you don’t want painted, areas needing special attention, or delicate landscaping near the house, let us know before we start. Clear communication helps us deliver exactly the results you want.
5. Secure Pets and Children
For everyone’s safety, it’s best to keep pets and small children away from work areas. Fresh paint, ladders, and tools create hazards that curious little ones might not recognize. Set up a safe space away from the project zone during painting hours.
6. Plan for Ventilation
Proper ventilation helps paint dry faster and reduces any lingering smell. If we’re painting interiors, try to plan for a few open windows, use fans, or let us know if your HVAC system can assist in circulating air.
At Mastery Painting, we also offer low-VOC and eco-friendly paint options to minimize odor and improve indoor air quality.
7. Remove Wall Hangings and Fixtures
Take down all pictures, mirrors, curtain rods, light switch plates, and other wall-mounted items. This allows us to paint clean edges without interruption. We’ll guide you if there’s anything you’re unsure whether to remove or leave.
Bonus Tip: Trust the Process
Once your home is ready, trust the professionals. Our local Beaverton painters have years of experience in protecting surfaces, prepping walls, applying precise coats, and achieving top-tier finishes. We take pride in treating every home as if it were our own.
Why Preparation Matters
A well-prepared space leads to faster work, fewer accidents, better paint adhesion, and longer-lasting results. It’s a partnership: you provide a ready environment, and we deliver expert craftsmanship.
At Mastery Painting, our goal is not just to meet your expectations but to exceed them. We serve Beaverton and the greater Portland area with dedication, quality, and a smile.
Ready to schedule your next project? Contact Mastery Painting today for a free estimate and let’s create something beautiful together.