How to Prepare Your Walls for a Flawless Paint Finish

Interior project

A great paint job is 80% preparation. Skip the prep and even the best paint will disappoint.

Clean the walls, patch holes, sand rough spots and prime stains. Each step helps the topcoat adhere and look smooth.

Don’t skip primer

Primer blocks stains, evens out porosity and improves coverage — saving you a coat of expensive paint.

Protect everything

Mask trim, cover floors and remove outlet covers for crisp, professional edges.