To Get Painted @ (NAPSA)—One of the most important aspects of interior painting is preparing for a paint- ing crew to move through your homebefore they start the project. Think of what order you would like your rooms painted so you can prepare accordingly. Ed Waller, co-founder of CertaPro Painters, offers expert tips from their Certainty Service System Program to help your family prepare for its paint job. Baby’s Room If yow’re painting the baby’s room, set up a temporary changing area and sleeping space while the paint dries thoroughly. You should also get an extra few changes of clothes out of the dresser. Bathrooms Remove any toiletries or medications you will need for the day. Clear off the counters and towel racks and remove any other personal items. If you are painting inside the medicine cabinet or vanity, empty them. Closets If you are painting inside closets, empty them completely. You can put the contents on a bed and cover them with clean plastic. Take out an extra day’s clothes in case the painters seal up the closet. Kitchen Make sureall tables, counters and appliances are cleared off. If painting inside the cupboards, empty them. With no access to the kitchen, pack lunches and go out for dinner. Here’s a handy checklist to follow when preparing for your interior paint job: Remove breakable items from any workareas. Painters will cover and protect the furniture and floors, but if there is a delicate piece of furniture, remove it before painters arrive. Empty bookcases. Remove pictures, paintings, posters and manageable mirrors from the walls. Turn off and, if practical, disconnect electronic items such as computers and entertainment centers. Learn more painting tips at www.certapro.com.
