Paint a Room | |
A painting contractor will charge $90 to paint the walls of a typical 10-foot-by-12-foot room, but you can do the job for half. You'll spend $45 for latex paint, roller and pan, paint brush, edger and plastic drop cloths. Even for a beginner, the job will take less than a day. Spend a good part of the time preparing the walls by removing dust and cobwebs and wash dirty surfaces so they're clean and dry. Outline the ceiling and corners with the brush and then apply paint with the roller. If you are painting walls in a hallway with a staircase or in a room with a very high ceiling, rent scaffolding to assure a safe job. |