These are the tools & equipment you will need to have handy in your Painting Kit so that you are prepared for any paint job.
Sandpaper–fine and coarse grade and wet-or-dry sandpaper
Sanding Blocks–to wrap your sandpaper around
Lint-free Rags–to wipe up any spills
Turpentine or mineral spirits–solvent for oil-based paints
Masking Tape–use narrow tape to protect light switches, outlets, windowpanes, etc., and wide tape to mask off large areas such as edges of ceilings or walls
Dropcloths–use fabric or plastic
Paint can opener–to open cans of paint
Scraper–to remove patches of flaking paint
Putty Knife–for filling cracks and holes
Wooden Sticks–for mixing the paint
Household detergent or de-greaser soap–to wash your walls prior to painting
Spackling Compound–to fill cracks or holes in walls
Large Sponges–to wash down the walls
Face Mask & Disposable Gloves–because solvents are harsh
Painting Platform–for hard to reach areas
Paint–in the color of your choice that took forever to decide on!
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