Painting Tools Checklist
Sandpaper
Smooth out uneven surfaces
Sanding Block
To wrap the sandpaper around for easy smoothening of surfaces.
Masking Tape
To wrap the sandpaper around for easy smoothening of surfaces.
Plastic Drop Cloth
Unfold and spread the drop cloth evenly on the floor or over your furniture to prevent from paint splatters.
Scraper
Required to remove old peeling paint from the surface. May be used to fill putty into cracks or holes.
Cleaning Rags
For clearing the walls and wiping up splatters and spills.
Brushes & Rollers
For clearing the walls and wiping up splatters and spills.
Paint Tray
For containing the paint and draining the roller.
Paint Roller Sleeves
Different sleeves are used for different colours.
Appropriate Filler / Wall Putty
To patch up cracks or holes in walls.
Container
To soak brushes, rollers and to hold other items.
Extension Pole
To be attached to roller for painting higher areas.
Turpentine
For quick clean-ups of oil-based paint.
Protective Gears
Caps and gloves may be used to protect hair and hands from any paint splatter.
Ladder
For painting higher area.
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