Sandpaper

Paint (enough for multiple coats and any touch-ups)

Primer

Putty/knife to fill any holes

Wider paintbrushes for smaller wall sections (3-4 inches wide)

Smaller paintbrushes for cutting edges (2-3 inches wide)

Multiple paint rollers with extension handle

Paint tray

Painter’s tape

Drop cloths

Rags

Paintbrush cleaner

Plastic wrap for brushes/rollers

Old clothes you don’t mind getting paint on

Agree on the area on which needs painting

Check the paint colour and confirm the finish you are using

Repair any holes, cracks or peeling paint from the surface

Remove any furniture and appliances

Cover any outlets if you can

Protect any surfaces with drop cloths or tarps

Wash the surface from any dirt and grime

Lightly sand the area prior to painting to ensure a smooth finish

Apply painter’s tape to any smaller areas, including around outlets

Use a smaller paintbrush to cut in the edges of the walls with primer

Use a paint roller to apply primer on the areas

Work in sections, from top to bottom and working your way across the walls

Sand away any bumps in the primer after it dries completely

Cut the edges with your chosen paint colour

Use a paint roller to fill in the walls, using the same method as you did with the primer

Allow the paint to completely dry before applying another coat

Repeat this process until you have your desired coverage

Remove any painter’s tape soon after the paint dries

Stir the paint with a stirring tool before applying to ensure a smooth finish

If you are taking a break, wrap your brushes and rollers in plastic wrap to keep them wet and to avoid damaging them

Research the paint finish – different finishes are better in different rooms depending on traffic and use

Invest in good quality brushes over rollers – rough bristles show up more easily on walls

Wash your brushes and rollers well after each use to keep them in good condition

Keep the walls free from dust with the soft attachment of a vacuum

Wipe down walls with a cloth or wipe

Keep them free from moisture or mildew to avoid mould

Wipe away fingerprints

Check the walls for any peeling, holes or cracks regularly