Here is a comprehensive list of tools you may need for painting a home interior and exterior:
Interior:
- Paint brushes (various sizes for different surfaces and touch-ups)
- Paint rollers (various sizes for different surfaces and touch-ups)
- Roller trays
- Extension poles (for hard-to-reach areas)
- Drop cloths (to protect flooring and furniture)
- Painters tape (for protecting trim, molding, and ceiling lines)
- Paint stirrer
- Paint strainer (to remove lumps from paint)
- Sandpaper (for surface preparation and smoothing)
- Sanding block
- Primer (for surfaces that require it)
- Paint (for the desired finish)
- Paint tray liner
- Ladder (for high areas)
Exterior:
- Paint brushes (various sizes for different surfaces and touch-ups)
- Paint rollers (various sizes for different surfaces and touch-ups)
- Roller trays
- Extension poles (for hard-to-reach areas)
- Drop cloths (to protect landscaping and outdoor fixtures)
- Painters tape (for protecting trim, molding, and other areas)
- Paint stirrer
- Paint strainer (to remove lumps from paint)
- Sandpaper (for surface preparation and smoothing)
- Sanding block
- Pressure washer (for cleaning surfaces before painting)
- Primer (for surfaces that require it)
- Paint (for the desired finish)
- Paint tray liner
- Ladder (for high areas)
Tools that may not be necessary:
- Paint sprayer (for large projects, it may be more efficient, but for smaller projects, using a brush or roller may be sufficient)
- Paint edger (for straight lines and edges, you can use painters tape and a brush)
- Paint remover (for removing old paint, you can use sandpaper or a sanding block)
Note: The specific tools you will need may vary depending on the size and scope of your painting project, as well as your personal preferences. Consider the surface you are painting and the finish you are looking for when deciding which tools to use.