Today, I started prepping and painting the new guest bedroom. I was looking for something light and airy with sophistication. I've been loving the gray color combinations lately, so I went with gray walls. This color is 'Silver Screen' by Behr. I bought the paint+primer combination and in an eggshell finish. But before we start, there was a lot of prepping I had to do.
I always recommend bringing the paint card home and putting it up against your moulding to see what it looks like in the lighting of your room. I have made one too many mistakes, so take your time when choosing your colors. Finishes have a lot to do with the end results as well.
But before we begin painting, there was a lot of prep in the room. First, vacuum thoroughly and dust with a damp rag. Wipe all the ledges down and any areas that are clearly dirty (near light switch, door knob) Then, I went around the room and spackeled any holes (from hanging pictures) or imperfections on the walls.
Old paint on the floor. I wanted to take my time with this room to get it right.
Like many old homes, our ceilings are not entirely flat with straight edges, so I still have to paint it free hand with an angled 2.5" brush. By doing it freehand, I can create the illusion of a straight edge.
My boys sleeping while I work.
1 comment:
crown molding would give you that straight edge too, and might even fit in with the house well, if you've got high enough ceilings
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