There are a great range of tools on the market for professional painters and DIY decorators, they make work quick, easier and can help you achieve a better finish. Almost all of the painting supplies are very cheap, and represent fantastic value for money – especially when compared to the cost of undertaking redecoration work to clean up any mess.

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The following list comprises of 5 essential painting and decorating tools which should never be forgotten.

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Dust Sheets: Dust sheets and drop cloths are the best way to avoid paint splatter ruining your carpets or floorboards, you can find them at any good painting supplies store – alternatively you could save money by using old bedsheets or curtains which are no longer required.

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Painting Trays: Using a paint roller is the quickest way to paint large areas, it is also the easiest way to achieve a professional finish. Using a paint tray ensures that you only use the amount of paint required. Many rollers can with a free paint tray supplied. If you’ve lost or broken the tray then replacements are easily available from any good DIY shop.

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Painters Tape: Painters tape is a low adhesive tape which used to ensure a clean line around the painting area, or to avoid getting paint on any surfaces that you don’t want painted. If you can’t find any painters tape then masking tape is a suitable alternative as it is easily removable, and will not damage any paint or varnish when removed.

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Paint Scraper: The best way to remove and old or peeling paint from walls and ceilings.

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Sandpaper: The only way to get rid of any stubborn areas of paint that cannot be removed by scraper, requires elbow grease.

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Before you start painting you should always prepare the area ready for work to begin. Professional decorators will start by applying wall cleaner, using a sponge and cleaning rags – occasionally this is not necessary, however most walls will require a brief dusting with a duster or old towel.

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Once you have invested in these painting tools you should consider whether you will need brushes, rollers or even a paint sprayer. A paint brush is essential for most trim work, whereas a paint sprayer is only worth using if you have an extremely large paint area.

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Achieving a professional result requires time and skill, by investing in good quality tools you can make work a lot easier and give yourself a better chance of getting the perfect finish.

There are a great range of tools on the market for professional painters and DIY decorators, they make work quick, easier and can help you achieve a better finish. Almost all of the painting supplies are very cheap, and represent fantastic value for money – especially when compared to the cost of undertaking redecoration work to clean up any mess.

The following list comprises of 5 essential painting and decorating tools which should never be forgotten.

Dust Sheets: Dust sheets and drop cloths are the best way to avoid paint splatter ruining your carpets or floorboards, you can find them at any good painting supplies store – alternatively you could save money by using old bedsheets or curtains which are no longer required.

Painting Trays: Using a paint roller is the quickest way to paint large areas, it is also the easiest way to achieve a professional finish. Using a paint tray ensures that you only use the amount of paint required. Many rollers can with a free paint tray supplied. If you’ve lost or broken the tray then replacements are easily available from any good DIY shop.

Painters Tape: Painters tape is a low adhesive tape which used to ensure a clean line around the painting area, or to avoid getting paint on any surfaces that you don’t want painted. If you can’t find any painters tape then masking tape is a suitable alternative as it is easily removable, and will not damage any paint or varnish when removed.

Paint Scraper: The best way to remove and old or peeling paint from walls and ceilings.

Sandpaper: The only way to get rid of any stubborn areas of paint that cannot be removed by scraper, requires elbow grease.

Before you start painting you should always prepare the area ready for work to begin. Professional decorators will start by applying wall cleaner, using a sponge and cleaning rags – occasionally this is not necessary, however most walls will require a brief dusting with a duster or old towel.

Once you have invested in these painting tools you should consider whether you will need brushes, rollers or even a paint sprayer. A paint brush is essential for most trim work, whereas a paint sprayer is only worth using if you have an extremely large paint area.

Achieving a professional result requires time and skill, by investing in good quality tools you can make work a lot easier and give yourself a better chance of getting the perfect finish.