A high-quality paint job can transform a room, but the result depends heavily on how the space is prepared. While the painters do the “heavy lifting,” there are several steps homeowners can take to ensure the process is smooth and the finish is flawless. At Falconex UAE, we guide our clients through the preparation phase to ensure their belongings are protected and the walls are ready for a new coat.
1. Clearing the Workspace and Protecting Furniture
The first step is to remove as much as possible from the room. Smaller items, electronics, and wall hangings should be moved to another area. For larger pieces like sofas and dining tables, we recommend moving them to the center of the room. Our team at Falconex provides heavy-duty drop cloths and plastic sheeting to cover these items, protecting them from paint splatters and dust. Clearing the walls of nails and hooks also allows the painters to fill holes and sand the surface properly before they start.
2. Addressing Surface Imperfections
Paint doesn’t hide cracks or bumps; it often highlights them. Before a single drop of paint is applied, the walls must be cleaned of dust and grease. In kitchens, this often requires a specialized degreaser. Our technicians then inspect the walls for “hairline cracks,” which are common in UAE properties due to the building’s natural expansion and contraction in the heat. We use high-quality fillers and sanding blocks to ensure the surface is smooth. This preparation ensures that the paint adheres perfectly and the final finish is uniform.
3. Testing Colors in Local Lighting
Lighting in the UAE is unique. The bright, harsh sunlight outside can make a color look completely different inside under LED or warm bulbs. We always suggest applying a small test patch on different walls to see how the color changes throughout the day. A neutral grey might look blue in the morning or green in the evening. By taking the time to “live” with a color sample for 24 hours, you can be certain that you’ll be happy with the final result. Falconex offers color consultation services to help you find the perfect shade for your specific lighting conditions.