Painting your house may seem like an easy weekend task. But one mistake can turn it into a frustrating and lengthy job. You need to refurbish your living room in Jumeirah or renovate one of the bedrooms in Downtown Dubai? You can save your time, effort and money avoiding the following mistakes.
Today, we will talk about the common mistakes in interior painting and how to fix or avoid them in the future with local handyman in Dubai.
1. Skipping Surface Preparation
Most individuals start to paint without cleaning and preparations of the walls. This may lead to uneven application, peeling or in process adhesion.
Avoid it by:
Cleaning walls to remove dust and stains.
Filling in holes or cracks with filler.
Sanding glossy areas for better grip.
Applying primer when switching colors or painting new surfaces.
2. Choosing Cheap Paint or Tools
Cheap paint may cost you cheaply to paint but it tends to take more coats and does not always have a long lasting effect compared to premium paint.
What to do instead:
Buy quality paint that would fit on the walls.
Use quality brushes and rollers that do not leave any streaks and no fiber can be attached to the paint.
Trims could also be safeguarded using painter tapes to make straight lines.
3. Not Testing Paint Color
The paint can become dissimilar on a wall and on a sample card, particularly in distinct light.
Avoid regret by:
Tester pots on some small area of the wall.
Test the colour in natural and artificial light in the morning, afternoon and in the evening.
4. Ignoring Humidity and Temperature
Weather has some effect on drying of the paint especially in a humid environment like in Dubai as an example. Bubbling or also lack of adhesion may result when paint is applied under extreme conditions.
How to manage this:
Make sure that the room is aired.
Regulate temperature and moisture by using a fan or an air conditioner.
Painting should not be done in high humidity levels or too hot afternoons.
5. Overloading Your Brush or Roller
Applying too much paint at once causes drips and streaks.
Instead:
Get only a third of the brush in the paint.
You should roll off extra paint on the roller before applying.
Instead of a thick coat, strive on several thin coats.
6. Painting Over Wet Surfaces
If filler or cleaning moisture hasn’t fully dried, paint may peel or bubble after drying.
Fix it by:
Ensuring that the patched surfaces are allowed to dry.
Using suggested drying periods of paints.
7. Skipping Primer When It's Needed
The primer forms a good foundation on the paint. Product would have more coats when you do not have it and uneven colouring.
Use primer:
On Patched up stains and shine walls.
Going sunlight to light.
On fresh walls or raw walls.
8. Not Protecting Furniture and Floors
Even the conscientious painters can splatter or spill. The idea that you are not going to create a mess most of the time lands you in cleaning up brouhaha.
Avoid this by:
Protecting furniture by use of plastic or drop cloths.
Employing spillage and drip floor coverings.
Masking of trims, fixtures, outlets.
9. Rushing Between Coats
Applying a second coat before the first one dries leads to smearing and uneven coverage.
Solution:
Wait the recommended drying time (usually 2–4 hours).
Make sure the wall feels dry to the touch before adding another layer.
10. Painting Without a Clear Plan
Painting without a system can lead to missed spots, lap marks, and mismatched finishes.
Try this approach:
Start from the top (ceiling), then walls, and finally trims or details.
Use a “W” or “M” motion with your roller for even distribution.
Final Thoughts
Proper paintwork in the interiors can make your home come to life yet when it is done out of order this is not the case. The following are some of the mistakes to avoid to get a less messy and more professional outcome. It will last longer and it will be good looking.
If you're short on time or want the best results, check out professional painting services in Dubai. The professionals go to a studio in JLT or a villa in Arabian Ranches. They use the appropriate methods and tools to ensure there is accuracy in the job.
It’s not just about colour. Preparation, patience, and precision are what make a painting job perfect. You will learn to have your space get thankful when you get it right. For more details, call 045490505.