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  • You thought you only had to pick colors? Sorry! In addition, you'll also need to decide on the sheen of your paint -- glossy, semi-gloss or flat. The glossier the surface, the more likely it is to show imperfections, brush strokes and touch up marks.
  • Color swatches look very different when they are brought out of the store and viewed in natural sunlight. Also, colors appear lighter on large surfaces than they do on small samples. It's best to test your selected color in one area before buying gallons of paint.
  • Owners of historic properties considering paint removal should also be aware of the amount of time and labor involved. While removing damaged layers of paint from a door or porch railing might be readily accomplished within a reasonable period of time by one or two people, removing paint from larger areas of a building can, without professional assistance, easily become unmanageable and produce less than satisfactory results.
  • Owners are ultimately responsible for ensuring that hazardous waste is properly disposed of when it is generated on their own sites. Owners should check with their state office to determine if the abatement project requires a certified contractor.
  • A fluorescent colored Victorian that looks splendid in San Francisco will seem wildly out of place in more conservative neighborhoods. Even if you are opting for a more subtle scheme, you'll want to make sure that your colors are compatible with the houses next door.
  • You can refer to historic color charts and select shades that might have been used at the time your home was built.
  • Once your house is ready to paint you need to decide what to paint first. A good idea is to always paint on the shaded side of the house. If the sun is too hot on the paint it can bubble up and peel off. It is also best to paint the walls and then the trim, doors and shutters. Lay plastic over any plants or objects that you do not want paint on. Lay tarps on the ground around the area you are painting. Large pieces of card board work really good for ground covering on patios and driveways.

 

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