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Painting Master Class

PAINTING & CAULKING — SELECTION AWARENESS GUIDE

Choosing Paint, Caulking & Finishes

Think About:

  • Durability based on room use (kitchens, high-touch areas)

  • Sheen affects maintenance + perceived quality

  • Cabinet finishes must be extra durable

  • Exterior systems must resist UV + moisture + movement

Materials to Select (as applicable):
Interior Paint:

  • Primer systems (drywall, stain-blocking)

  • Wall paints — sheen by room:

    • Matte/Eggshell for walls

    • Semi-gloss for trim + humid areas

  • Feature coatings (chalkboard, Venetian plaster)

Exterior Paint:

  • Weather-rated primers

  • Elastomeric or UV-resistant top coats

Stains + Clear Coats:

  • Cabinet finishing systems (conversion varnish)

  • Stair + rail wood finishing

  • Exterior stain for wood siding

Caulking + Sealants:

  • Paintable caulk for finish trim

  • 100% silicone at wet areas

  • Expansion joint sealants (window perimeters)

Good paint systems = flawless finishes + long-term performance.

Choosing Tools, Equipment & Protection

Think About:

  • Protecting finished flooring, cabinets, and fixtures

  • Dust control when sanding drywall patches

Tools & Equipment to Select:

  • Sprayers vs brush/roller tools depending on finish type

  • Sanding tools with dust extraction

  • Masking equipment (plastic, tape, paper)

  • Ladders & scaffolding for height areas

  • Temporary lighting to identify imperfections

Protection:

  • Ram board + drop cloths

  • Corner guards on finished walls

  • Cabinet + floor masking before paint

The best painters are clean painters.

Choosing Vendors & Supply Sources

Think About:

  • Color batch consistency — especially for touch-ups later

  • Access to premium lines (Benjamin Moore, Sherwin-Williams high performance)

  • Support for color matching and submittal sheets

Vendor Types:

  • Paint store with professional contractor accounts

  • Finishing vendor for cabinet coatings

  • Caulking + sealant supplier

  • Equipment rental if sprayers needed

Trusted vendors = reliable sheens + perfect color continuity.

Thank you for completing this Session!

Quick Mental Check

Ask before locking choices:

“Are these finishes durable, coordinated with the design palette, and applied by a crew capable of delivering flawless results?”

If yes → ✅ Proceed
If no → revise before production begins

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