How Do You Prepare for a Large Interior Painting Project?

April 12, 2022

How Do You Prepare for a Large Interior Painting Project?

Timeline, budget, priorities, a busy life… You’re juggling a lot. So, how do you fit in a large-scale repaint?

Hey, we may be painters but we’re also homeowners with families, kids, in-laws, and calendars that fill up just a little too fast sometimes. It’s one thing if you’re fitting in a quick repaint of a room or two, but we know that a large-scale interior repaint can quickly feel overwhelming.

We sat down with Chris, one of our awesome estimators, just to get his take on the best approach; one that lets you love the process and not just the results.

7 tips for taking the stress out of interior painting

#1: Make a list of top priorities

We’d love to check every box on your wishlist, but just in case it’s not feasible because of budget constraints, schedule, or the impact on family life, we always recommend having a priority list. Maybe we can do everything, or maybe we start with the must-haves.

#2: Make a list of questions for your interior painter

It’s good to have questions in-hand and ready to go when your estimator arrives. This is especially true for any areas of your home that may need repair or extra attention.

#3: Come armed with paint colors and info

If you’d like to refresh existing colors, it’s extremely helpful to know what colors were used, brand/grade, and sheen too. Just another way to remove any speed bumps that slow down the paint selection and application process.

#4: Remember that a great interior paint job takes time

Is interior painting faster than a remodel? Absolutely. But it still takes time - often a week or more for a larger-scale interior repaint.

#5: Talk with your interior painter about what to expect

Every step can be taken to contain the work areas, prep the space, mask, and protect surfaces, but it’s still a big job. Your home will be a work zone, and there will likely be some residual dust in the air from drywall repairs. Chris’ best recommendation is to talk in-depth with your painter about what to expect and what your busy household can accommodate. Maybe you knock out the project in one fell swoop, or maybe it makes more sense to tackle it in sections so that there’s less overall impact.

#6: Don’t let the process scare you

Things will get worse before they get better. When you see the masking, primer, spackled walls, and a general work-in-progress all around you, it can be easy to feel a little overwhelmed and spooked. Take a deep breath and trust the process. It’s not like the HGTV commercials where the homeowner snaps their fingers, the project is done, and they fall onto their couch for a relaxing evening with a satisfied smile. Painting the right way is a serious undertaking but we PROMISE it will be worth the journey.

#7: Find a painting contractor you can trust

Do your homework, do your research, and work with a painting contractor you feel comfortable with. It might cost more, but when you’re in the thick of it you’ll be so happy and relieved to have a friendly, communicative professional in your corner. It’s a team effort, and you deserve a partner who has your back every step of the way.

If you have more questions about interior painting, or the painting process as a whole, please reach out to us at Jondec Painting. We’re here to help: no mess, no stress.

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Do’s and Don’ts of Painted Kitchen Cabinets: Tips from the Pros

September 24, 2025

Your kitchen cabinets take up a huge amount of visual space. And you know what that means? It means a fresh coat of paint can do more than just make them look brand new. It can transform your kitchen’s style and save you thousands compared to a full remodel. But here’s the catch: painted cabinets can be stunning…or they can be a DIY disaster. Before you grab a paintbrush and start slapping on color, there are a few golden rules you’ll want to follow. Here’s our list of do’s and don’ts to keep your cabinets looking polished instead of patchy. The Cabinet Painting Do’s Do Clean Thoroughly: Grease, dust, and kitchen grime are sneaky. If you don’t clean your cabinets properly before painting, all that gunk will show through the new paint, or worse, prevent it from sticking. A little elbow grease goes a long way. Do Remove the Doors and Hardware: It’s tempting to cut corners, but trust us: painting around hinges and handles never looks neat. Take the doors off, label them, and store hardware in a baggie so you don’t end up with the world’s hardest jigsaw puzzle later. Do Sand (Yes, Really): Sanding is the unglamorous step nobody wants to do, but it’s the secret to a smooth, professional finish. Even if your cabinets don’t look glossy, a light sanding helps paint adhere and prevents chipping. Do Use the Right Paint: Cabinets need durable paint that can handle daily wear. Satin, semi-gloss, or specialty cabinet paints are designed for the job. Flat wall paint? Not invited to this party. Do Test a Sample First: Colors can look completely different under your kitchen lighting than they do on a tiny paint chip at the store. Paint a test section before committing to “soft sage” that mysteriously turns into “swamp green” under your pendant lights.

How Do You Prepare for a Large Interior Painting Project?