How to paint your bathroom
Step 1: Prepare the Room
Before painting, ensure the bathroom is well-ventilated by opening windows or using a fan to minimise fumes. Remove any items from the walls and cover fixtures and surfaces you don't want to paint with painter's tape and plastic sheeting. Clean the walls and ceiling thoroughly to remove dirt, grease, and mildew. Repair any cracks or holes and sand the surfaces for a smooth finish.
Step 2: Choose the right paint
Using some of the benefits of the paints listed above, select a bathroom-specific paint within your budget that’s suitable for moisture-prone areas. Consider the type of finish you prefer; are you after a matt finish or something with a soft sheen? Eggshell finishes are popular due to their moisture resistance and ease of cleaning and maintaining the bathroom.
Step 3: Prime and Paint
Start by applying a suitable primer to the walls and ceiling to ensure better adhesion and an even finish. We recommend Zinsser Mould Resisting Perma White Interior Matt! Perma White by Zinsser is mould resistant and has great properties such as its cracking, peeling and blistering resistant finish, which can last up to 7 years before its first maintenance.
Once the primer is dry, begin painting. Start from the ceiling and work your way down to avoid drips. Use a brush for cutting in corners and edges, then use a roller for larger surfaces.
Top tip: Apply multiple thin coats rather than one thick coat for better coverage, allowing each coat to dry completely before applying the next.
Step 4: Finishing Touches
After the final coat dries, remove the painter's tape carefully to reveal clean edges. Clean up any drips or spills promptly. Reattach fixtures and items removed earlier. Allow the paint to cure fully as per the manufacturer's instructions before exposing it to moisture, which may take several days.
Enjoy your newly painted bathroom and admire the transformed space!
Following these steps ensures a smooth and successful painting process, resulting in a fresh and stylish bathroom that reflects your taste and elevates your home's ambiance. For more guidance or specific product recommendations, feel free to consult our experts at Paint Direct.
So... say goodbye to lacklustre bathroom walls and embrace a fresh new look with Paint Direct's premium selection of bathroom paints!
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