Wondering how to paint a wall? Confused about the corners? Well, interior decorating is easiest with the right painting tools.
First, brush the paint onto the wall, a few centimetres from the edge or corner. Next, take a deep breath and paint all the way to the edge with a firm vertical stroke along the edge or join. You are aiming for a gliding sensation as the brush moves along the corner. Too much pressure will result in a ridge of paint. Patented Technology uses Fine-line Brush for Sharp Edges In this video, Accubrush Inventor Chris Pyles explains how the patented combination of a roller, shield, and brush work together to quickly paint straight lines along the edges of walls and along trim. Roller holds a lot of paint, allowing you to paint 6.
Here's our guide to painting those tricky corners and edges. However, if you're not a DIY fan, then find a local, Which? endorsed decorator who can do it for you.
Buy a cutting in brush
To paint corners and edges, you will need an ‘angled’, ‘tapered’ or 'cutting in’ paint brush. This will help you master a wall painting technique called cutting in.
Painting tips for corners and edges: ‘cutting in’
When painting walls, a roller will not each the corners and edges. You’ll need to learn how to cut in when painting – it takes courage and a steady hand.
Paint And Brush Set
Dip your angled brush into the paint and tap against the paint can to ensure it’s not overloaded with paint.
First, brush the paint onto the wall, a few centimetres from the edge or corner.
Next, take a deep breath and paint all the way to the edge with a firm vertical stroke along the edge or join. You are aiming for a gliding sensation as the brush moves along the corner. Too much pressure will result in a ridge of paint forming.
Trader tip
When painting a room, the cutting in paint technique can be used for skirting boards, door frames and windows. If you're working on a vertical join, you may find it easier to rotate the brush to paint with the narrow side. Pawel Zarski from Pol Master.
If you're not confident tackling this job yourself then find a Which? Trusted trader in your area to do it for you. All our Which? Trusted Traders endorsed painters and decorators have successfully passed our rigorous assessment, which includes a visit from a trading standards professional, credit checks and a thorough assessment of business proceses and procedures. You can find a painter and decorator with our online search tool.
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Corner Paint Brush For Walls
The Perfect Paint Edger is designed to replace the need for a traditional paintbrush for most cutting in, and virtually eliminates the need for painter’s tape. It is built with a durable, solid wood handle; ABS plastic pad holder; and stainless steel, adjustable guard. The guard is spring-loaded so it’s easy to load paint without creating a big mess. This edger is angled so it handles like a paintbrush, but its paint pad surface lays down a fast coat, quicker and cleaner than bristles. It can be used for right-handed or left-handed work. This edger works best on smooth surfaces like drywall. It’s a good choice for those who want the speedy application of a paint pad with the comfortable grip of a paintbrush.