In this guide we’ll explain the common tools you’ll need when painting or staining a variety of projects.
Embarking on a painting or staining project requires careful planning, and a crucial aspect of that is ensuring you have all the necessary tools at hand. There's nothing worse than realizing midway through a project that you've overlooked a key tool and have to make an inconvenient trip to the home improvement store. In this guide, we will outline the essential tools you'll need for a wide range of painting or staining projects. Whether you’re painting your home exterior or refinishing furniture, here are the common tools you should have:
Paint Sprayer
A sprayer is a great tool to have for any painting or staining project. It’ll get the job done quicker than a brush or roller, plus you’ll receive smooth, professional-looking results that any beginner or professional would be proud of. By selecting a sprayer with the appropriate spraying pressure, you can significantly enhance your efficiency and productivity in the spraying process.
Spray Tents
Protect your surrounding workspace by laying down drop clothes or using a spray tent. Drop cloths can be laid down over anything you don’t want paint on such as your grass, furniture, or flooring. A spray tent is a portable, tent-shaped tool that you can use when painting or staining items such as crafts, cabinets, furniture and more. It’ll protect your surrounding area from overspray drift and protect your project from bugs or leaves when painting or staining outside.
Masking Sheets
Use masking sheets to protect areas you don’t want painted or stained, plus provide a crisp. For example, you might use plastic masking sheets to cover windows when painting a home exterior or the interior of cabinet boxes. Some plastic masking comes with tape already attached for ease and speed when covering areas.
Mask and Eye Protection
Safety should always be a top priority when engaging in any painting or staining project. It is crucial to protect yourself by wearing a painting mask whenever you are using a sprayer or working with toxic materials that could be harmful to inhale. Additionally, wearing eye protection is essential to prevent any foreign substances from getting into your eyes. Always refer to the safety information of the material you’re using.
Battery Pack
When undertaking a project, it is advisable to prepare multiple battery packs that can be easily replaced as needed. By using lithium battery, you can work freely without worrying about tripping hazards or limited mobility caused by cords.
Spare Container/ Sprayer Bags
When working on a project that requires spraying different colors on various areas, having multiple spare container/using sprayer bags can be a time-saving solution. Instead of spending extra time on cleaning and blending, you can use spare container/ sprayer bags.
Strainer
If you have old paint or stain, strain the material before use to remove any clumps, debris or other items that might clog your sprayer and leave an uneven finish.
Ladder
If you’re painting or staining a tall area such as a home exterior, underneath a deck, or a tall entryway then you might need a ladder for additional reach. Please refer to manufacture’s guidelines for safety and proper use.