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Video Series: How To Prep a Room for Painting

By Jim Lacey
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In this timeless video series from the Fine Homebuilding archives, professional painter Jim Lacey demonstrates all the steps you need to to give a room a beautiful, fresh coat of paint. He demonstrates simple techniques for caulking, masking, priming, using a brush, and more.

Watch the entire series below, plus read Jim’s tips and tricks in the companion article, Prep Before You Paint.

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Videos in the Series

  • How to Paint a Room

    Video Series: How to Paint a Room

    Pro painter Jim Lacey demonstrates simple tips and techniques for caulking, masking, priming, and painting..

  • Washing Your Walls

    Paint a Room Series: Washing Your Walls

    Learn how to properly wash interior walls for a professional interior paint job.

  • Paint a Room Series: Caulking Baseboard and Trim

    Follow along with a painting pro as he demonstrates techniques for applying paintable caulk to baseboard and trim.

  • Masking for Interior Paint

    Paint a Room Series: Masking for Interior Paint

    Learn professional techniques for masking a room before applying paint.

  • Priming Walls for Paint

    Paint a Room Series: Priming Walls for Paint

    Learn how to properly prime a wall for interior paint, including tips on primer types and how to roll out a smooth finish.

  • Paint a Room Series: Painting Interior Trim

    Professional painter Jim Lacey demonstrates techniques for addressing trim during the interior painting process.

  • How to Cut In

    Paint a Room Series: How to Cut In

    Professional painter Jim Lacey guides you through the proper technique for cutting in interior paint.

  • Paint a Room Series: Cleaning Brushes and Rollers

    If you want a high quality paint job, you have to take care of your tools.

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