Do you paint walls or trim first?




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Susan Savarese on Jun 19, 2017
Cindy, I've always painted my walls first. But I suppose you could do either one first. Gee, not much help am I?Helpful Reply -
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Adam Eng on Jun 19, 2017
trim first easier to cut in wallsHelpful Reply -
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Apa24631798 on Jun 19, 2017
I find it much easier and faster to paint trim first.Helpful Reply -
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DZW on Jun 19, 2017
I've always done the trim first. I really think it's personal preference. I find that I don't have to tape as much when I do it that way. Good Luck on your painting endeavor.Helpful Reply -
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Jodi on Jun 19, 2017
I have always started with the trim because I find it easier. Up to the painter though.Helpful Reply -
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Janet Pizaro on Jun 19, 2017
The proper way is to paint the trim firstHelpful Reply -
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