DIY painting can be a delicate matter, and it's easy to make mistakes that can end up consuming considerable time and money. LaPlace and Eagan has been providing painting contractor services to the Deep River, Connecticut, area for more than a century. Below, they discuss three common painting mistakes that can easily be avoided by hiring a professional painting contractor.

3 Common Painting Mistakes

1. Skipping the Primer

When painting an interior room, a layer of primer gives the wall a flat, smooth, and even surface. Without it, a wall can look craggy and pitted. Even so, many novice painters will apply their interior paint directly to the wall without a coat of primer first, resulting in a far-from-appealing final product.

2. Using Masking Tape

No professional painting contractor would ever use masking tape to protect the borders of a wall. It doesn't have the adhesive properties of real painter's tape, and it's flimsy and undependable. Using masking tape often causes a novice painter to paint over those borders they were hoping to avoid or to miss them altogether when the tape comes loose and falls off.

3. Lack of Proper Tools

Novice painters might be looking to cut corners and save money any way they can. One way this often materializes is a dearth of proper painting equipment. You should have an assortment of brushes and rollers ready to use when tackling any painting job. Without them, the end result is going to look patchy, rushed, and amateur.

Contact LaPlace and Eagan to schedule an estimate with a painting contractor. You can also reach them by calling (860) 526-5429 or following them on Facebook or Twitter. LaPlace and Eagan offers professional painting for any number of home improvement projects, including residential and commercial; interior and exterior deck; refinishing; vinyl and aluminum siding; and decorative surfaces.