During the Project

 This section on what happens during the painting project will be decidedly shorter than the previous section. The reason is that in the previous phase you selected the perfect contractor for your project, so now it’s time to sit back and let them perform the work! However, even though you will not be actively involved during the project, it is important that you understand the general process that the contractor will follow to complete the work.
During the project, you should also have the following expectations of your contractor.
• The contractor and any painting staff will respect your home and your personal belongings.
• The project will be carried out in accordance to the signed contract.
• The painters will do their job by following the proper safety procedures and best practices of the painting industry.
• The contractor will engage in active communication, keeping you informed of any changes or issues and answering any questions you have.
Now that you know what you should expect from your painting contractor, it’s time to look at what is going on behind the scenes as they work on your project.
Prepping the Area
Prepping the area is an important step that all professional painters begin with. Prep includes:
• Cleaning the surface to remove any dirt or debris.
• Removing wall hangings and moving them to a safe area.
• Moving furniture out of the way.
• Taping and putting paper or plastic on areas that are not to be painted.
• Covering the floor to protect it from paint drops.
Prepping the area is important because it will protect your home and belongings from any damage, and it gets the surfaces ready for priming and painting.
Priming
Priming is the process of adding a special coat of paint (called primer) to the surface to get it ready for the colored paint that will follow. In some cases, priming is not necessary, but often times it is a necessary step. For example, you should always prime new drywall, unpainted wood, patched drywall, as well as when you’re painting over glossy paints, covering stains or odors, and making major color changes. You should always rely on the expertise of your contractor to decide if priming is necessary. If they say it is, don’t try to cut costs by skipping it because it will likely impact the final results.
Hopefully, the resources in this article will help you plan and execute your next project. ALLBRIGHT 1-800-PAINTING provides painting services to homeowners in the Los Angeles area, including Santa Clarita, San Fernando, and Ventura County.  If you’re looking for a professional residential painting company you can trust, give ALLBRIGHT 1-800-PAINTING a call today at 661-294-1159.
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