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The Foundation of a Perfect Paint Job: Why Wall Preparation Matters

February 17, 2024 · John Patten Painting

Walls with filled patches ready for sanding before painting

Wall remediation sounds clinical, but it simply means fixing the nagging imperfections in your walls before a single drop of paint goes on. It is the step that separates a basic paint job from a real transformation.

The process

  1. Sanding with a purpose: a dust-free vacuum sander exposes hidden dents and bumps while keeping your home clean.
  2. Filling and finesse: every flaw is filled, usually twice or more, so it disappears under the paint.
  3. The final sand: another careful sanding leaves a smooth canvas ready for paint.

Why bother?

Why paint over a mess? Great prep makes even modest paint look stunning. The goal is for you to walk in and think the place looks incredible, not just that it has new paint.

That warmer feeling

There is no fancy data behind this, but a properly sanded room seems to feel warmer, and clients have said so too. Perhaps a smoother surface reflects light more evenly.

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