Job Details

Painters typically do the following: Cover floors, furniture, and trim with drop cloths, tarps, and masking tape to protect surfaces

Remove and replace pictures and outlet and switch covers

Install scaffolding and raise ladders

Fill holes and cracks with putty or plaster

Prepare surfaces by scraping, wire brushing, or sanding to a smooth finish

Calculate the size of the area to be painted and the amount of paint needed for the area

Apply primers or sealers so the paint will stick to the surface

Apply paint or other finishes, using hand brushes, rollers, or sprayers