Paint a Room Checklist
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- Painting Supplies
- Basin or bucket of water
- Cellulose Sponge
- Mild Diswashing Liquid
- Sponge Roller
- Wall Paintbrush
- Sash or Trim Paintbrush
- Cans of Paint(s) in the color(s) of your choice
- Roller Tray
- Blue Painter's Tape
- Plastic sheeting to cover the floors
- Tarps or old bedsheets to cover any furniture
- Appropriate Paint Thinner if using non-latex paint
- Primer
- Disposable gloves
- Clothes you can paint in
- Surgical Mask (optional)
- Ladder
- Prep the Room
- Cover the floor with plastic sheeting.
- Move as much furniture or belongings out of the room as you can.
- Arrange remaining ;furniture ;in the middle of the room, where it will be safer from any paint splatter.
- Cover any remaining furniture with tarps or old bedsheets.
- Tape edges with blue painter's tape
- Prepare a bowl with water and dishwashing liquid.
- Soak sponge in the liquid, and remove any rust, dirt, stains or grease spots from the walls.
- Rinse sponge in clean water and gently wipe walls free of any soap residue.
- Prime the walls with primer
- Prep your Roller
- Dampen roller in water or ;appropriate thinner (for non-latex paint).
- Squeeze out excess liquid by rolling on kraft paper or a grocery bag.
- Open cans of paint and mix with wooden mixer.
- Pour paint into well of roller tray until half full
- Roll roller back and forth up the tray slope, stopping just short of the well
- Prep your Brush
- Dampen roller in water or ;appropriate thinner (for non-latex paint).
- Swirl brushes in paint can to mix.
- Dip brush halfway in paint
- Painting the Walls
- Roll from the corner
- Paint one wall at a time
- Use your brush where you can't roll
- Save the trim for last
- Paint the trim using a trim or sash brush
- After Painting
- Remove painter's tape before wall dries, so as to avoid removing any paint.
- Check for any uneven or missed spots
- Clean brushes and rollers with warm water (latex paints)
- Keep doors and windows open for fume ventilation.
- Remove floor sheeting and furniture covering, after walls have dried completely.
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You can brighten up any room with a fresh coat of paint and a little know-how. Our Paint a Room Checklist gives you the tips and tools you need to makeover your favorite room...easily.
Who it's for
This Paint a Room Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.
- Avoid forgetting - keep all your Paint a Room essentials in one place (external memory)
- Save time - start from a proven Paint a Room structure instead of a blank page
- Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
- Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
- Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time
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How to use this Paint a Room Checklist
- Save Paint a Room Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
- Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for Paint a Room (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
- If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
- Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.
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