You HAVE to love your laundry room!
enjoy your Laundry days.
Christy Hawkins
5/7/20234 min read
A laundry room can be a functional space, but it doesn't have to be boring! One way to add some personality to your laundry room is by painting the walls and floor. In this blog post, we'll go over the steps for painting a laundry room and adding a stencil to the floor.
Step 1: Choose Your Colors Start by choosing the colors you want to use in your laundry room. Consider the overall style of your home and choose colors that complement it. For example, if your home has a coastal style, you may want to use blues and greens in your laundry room.
Step 2: Prep the Walls Before painting, make sure to prep the walls by cleaning them and repairing any holes or cracks. Sand the walls to ensure that they are smooth and ready for paint. Use painter's tape to protect any trim or areas that you don't want to paint.
Step 3: Paint the Walls Paint the walls using a high-quality paint and a roller or brush. It may take two or three coats to get the desired coverage. Allow each coat to dry completely before applying the next one.
Step 4: Paint the Floor If you want to take your laundry room to the next level, consider painting the floor. Use a high-quality floor paint and a roller to apply the paint. You may want to use a primer before painting to ensure the paint adheres well to the floor.
Step 5: Stencil the Floor Once the floor is dry, you can add a stencil to create a unique pattern. Choose a stencil that complements the colors you used on the walls and floor. Place the stencil on the floor and use painter's tape to hold it in place. Use a roller or brush to apply the paint, being careful not to apply too much paint at once. Allow the paint to dry before removing the stencil.
Step 6: Finish Up Once the paint is dry, remove the painter's tape and any other protective coverings. Replace any trim that you removed and put everything back in its place.
In conclusion, painting a laundry room and adding a stencil to the floor is a great way to add some personality to this functional space. With a little bit of prep work and the right materials, you can transform your laundry room into a space you'll love spending time in.
you will also notice that I painted the cabinets.
Painting cabinets is a great way to update in any room without the expense of a full remodel. In this blog post, we'll go over the steps for painting cabinets and give you some tips for a successful project.
Step 1: Prep Your Space Start by removing all of the cabinet doors and drawers, and labeling them so you know where they go. Clean the cabinets thoroughly with a degreaser to remove any built-up dirt and grime. Then sand the cabinets with fine-grit sandpaper to rough up the surface, which will help the primer adhere better.
Step 2: Apply Primer Once the cabinets are sanded, apply a coat of primer. This will help the paint adhere better and provide a better finish. Use a brush or roller to apply the primer in thin, even coats. Allow the primer to dry completely before moving on to the next step.
Step 3: Paint Your Cabinets Choose a high-quality paint in the color of your choice. Use a brush or roller to apply the paint in thin, even coats. Allow the first coat to dry completely before applying a second coat. Depending on the color you choose, you may need more than two coats to achieve full coverage.
Step 4: Let the Paint Dry Once you've applied all of your coats of paint, allow the cabinets to dry completely. This may take several hours or even overnight, depending on the paint you used.
Step 5: Reattach the Doors and Drawers Once the paint is dry, it's time to reattach the doors and drawers. Use the labels you made earlier to ensure that everything goes back where it belongs.
Step 6: Add Hardware Finally, add new hardware to your cabinets to complete the look. Choose hardware that complements the new color of your cabinets and that matches the style of your home.
In conclusion, painting cabinets is a great way to update your kitchen or bathroom without the expense of a full remodel. With the right materials and a little bit of patience, you can transform your cabinets into a beautiful new focal point in your home.
here is the stencil and paint I used
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