How to paint a room

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[@JamGraMusic]

Never masking tape around sockets - you’ll always get an unclean line! Just unscrew them (no need to mess with the electrics behind) .. you can then paint behind and get a much better finish.

[@mattinwinkymg]

You still gotta cover them from paint spray but yes loosening them off does the trick

[@mattinwinkymg]

Oh I just seen him tape the wood work oh dear

[@JJ-ty1hy]

U have never used lowtek masking gape

[@JJ-ty1hy]

Tape

[@shanedraper240692]

its probably incase someone does electrocute themselves they cant blame this video, just to cover themselves.

[@larryloyd9414]

Painted my walls today and used the w method, I liked painting this way it seems to save time. Too, I like to use my paint brush to clean excess paint dripping on paint can, I would wash brush every time, but now I stick my brush in plastic bag, works great.

[@Tee-of1rr]

I need to stop smoking 🍁🍁 cos I have no room I need to paint or reason to need to paint anything but here I am watching a video about how to paint 🤦🏿‍♂️

[@rogerthat9869]

Stop smoking then you donut

[@lexy9024]

@@rogerthat9869 lmaoo you donut

[@rogerthat9869]

@@lexy9024 lmao u donut

[@lexy9024]

@@rogerthat9869 ur a donut

[@rogerthat9869]

@@lexy9024 take it back u donut

[@samanthadean7472]

I always wonder what these people’s houses look like. They must be so nice

[@bandq]

👀😁

[@fgcvhhbvjhbj]

They're homeless now in the current housing crisis

[@Adam-qu5uk]

@@fgcvhhbvjhbj lol

[@Pina_Coladas69]

Glad I watched this currently painting my room, had no idea about the w method and have loads of lines on the wall which I hate. Now for the final coats I’ll use the w method!

[@bandq]

We're so happy you found this helpful! Best of luck with your painting! 🙌😄

[@ClankyRochet]

A decent paint cost around £20-£30 for 2.5 litre and it will most likely gives you around one to one and a half coat (of course it will depend on the size of the room). You can save some money by, buying a 10 litre white emulsion (usually around £10-12) and mix 2.5 litre of your chosen colour to it. The colour generally would come out pretty close to the desire colour, albeit slightly watered down.

[@fearless144]

B&Q are life savers 💯🙌🤩🙏, and thank you guys for the health and Safety tips at the end of each films, you guys save lots of people from getting serious injured especially when comes to painting and decorating etc, I love how you guys always remind us before and after the film 👍💯🙂, plus little hacks also tips 🤩😀, B&Q give the best advice tips for a project, d.i.y, job, what a legend 🙌 also keep making them wonderful and helpful videos it's means alot to me and so many people 💪🤲👊.

[@bandq]

We're so happy you liked it😊! Safety first 🙌

[@fearless144]

@@bandq could you guys do a video on how to sharpen a carpenter's pencil video please, I think it would me and alot of people 💯✏️🙌💪.

[@mattinwinkymg]

Pro painter here, I love watching videos like this

[@stevo728822]

Don't clean oil paint from brushes with nasty turpentine. Soak them in cooking oil of some kind which binds with the paint molecules. Then apply dish washing liquid to bind with the cooking oil. Then wash the whole lot off with water. You can also clean oil paint off your hands that way.

[@cathymugs2597]

nxt week ..will try it out..first timer ..wish me luck xc

[@bandq]

You've got this Cathy 🙌 Please let us know how you get on 🎨

[@watvid1]

I've never painted in my life but why are people complaining? The wall looks fine

[@n4t39]

Thanks , I've just moved into a studio flat. And it's a ugly beige with grey wooden lino floor. So I plan to paint the walls white to it makes the place look bigger!

[@bandq]

Sounds great! We'd love to see how you get on😍. Be sure to tag us on insta📷 #bandqit

[@soonerboy9831]

Remarkable. Same color I just consulted on they clients loved.

[@JBTV]

WELL DONE B&Q! These videos are great, they have helped me loads, and really handy for beginners just getting started. These videos have inspired me to start posting more painting and decorating tips on my channel. thanks again :)

[@jamiewatchorn7639]

I'd always use delicate surface tape on the ceiling once it's dried so you don't have to mess about with delicate cutting in which wastes time

[@paulmersonvillalegend4859]

Jamie Watchorn Not if you do it properly it doesn’t, I’d cut it all in ceilings & walls by the time you’ve messed about taping up. Mind you I’ve been painting new build houses on site for 21 years lol.

[@WillyJunior]

​@@paulmersonvillalegend4859not helpful. Most people will mess it up if they don't mask.

[@ib4954]

Love that color!!

[@yourlocalravenclaw339]

I think it’s magnolia

[@Toby-or2si]

why am i watching this i dont even paint

[@beamboy1]

"Now when you start painting your walls.....use your extension handle on your roller....It is SO much easier.....you don't have to reach or bend down!!"

[@donnahookem4262]

It all takes time my friend

[@bandq]

All great things take time 😊🧡

[@happyvlogs5868]

We are having art week in school my picture of paint is the best out of my whole class

[@arturtavares2984]

How to paint a room all stages

[@eunicefoentjies1382]

How do I paint behind the radiators?

[@plummetplum]

Small long roller brush

[@rajnirvan3336]

There's really no need to mask around the windows. Use a 1 to 1 1/2 inch long angled paint brush

[@kavation]

This is very helpful thank you

[@bandq]

You're very welcome! Glad we could help 🥰

[@topstylehomepaintingservices]

Super painting

[@bandq]

Thank you! Picasso of B&Q 🎨🖌

[@lisahiya19]

really helpful! thank you so much :)

[@kellieknight1271]

Brilliant 👏

[@bandq]

Thanks for the kind words! We're glad you liked it :)

[@anilawasthi2029]

Beautiful paintings

[@dandavey293]

What about around that radiator? Take it off surely?

[@UmarAli-gw9hj]

Great advise and vid.

[@bandq]

Glad you liked it 😄

[@SuperPinklady08]

Great job - thanks

[@bandq]

Thank you! 😊

[@johninglis2622]

What should u use to put on the walls before painting?

[@bandq]

Hi John, please see the following link for our video - How to prepare walls & ceilings for decorating. I hope this helps 😊 bit.ly/3bvLxba

[@eleseclarke6038]

What about if your painting over lining paper do you need a base coat?

[@qaisarzaidi5484]

Good paint good job 👍

[@alrockman9817]

I love that Liverpool accent

[@bandq]

Well we do aim to spruce up our videos however we can XD

[@worldwideinfoblogs]

Excellent

[@3bluesclues]

Thank you for posting this video. Very helpful for my first time project tomorrow. Painting my kitchen walls.

[@mashvillekim3]

thanks for sharing

[@miladd8058]

Very good thoughtful tips...

[@IFCINSTITUTERIM]

good and very nice

[@Official1k3]

How’d they get behind the heater

[@fakhirali3274]

It’s 3am why am I here

[@shylanizarnizar4441]

Thanks for the indoor

[@richardbrown4389]

HI. Love the video, can I use it on my social media page in a how to section. I wont change anything and will make sure we make reference to B&Q in the link.

[@nightuniverse8314]

Thanks

[@MegaMissfitz]

I was decorating till 11 o clock last night sarks id just about lost the will to live 😫😫😫

[@msjackson6561]

Great job!

[@AmandaInEly]

Do I really need to undercoat a pale wall that I am painting with another pale colour?

[@bandq]

Hi Amanda, you don't have to. With enough coats you will be able to cover the previous colour. I hope this helps 😊

[@bigd9332]

Is masking tape the best tool for cutting in?

[@bandq]

Hi there, please see timestamp 4:28 in the video to see how to cut in with a brush. Alternatively, if you feel more comfortable using tape to cover any edges that need cutting into, you will achieve the same effect, although preparation may take a bit longer doing this. I hope this helps 😊

[@universallegend3052]

Could you please tell me what is this blue colour. I like this shade. Any link to buy or. Color code

[@goodchannel5498]

Good good painting

[@user-xr3il2my7m]

Don’t use that tape to mask sockets and switches it pulls paint off with it when you remove it.

[@robwilliamson6181]

I'd rather pull the sockets out than put masking tape around them

[@romeogiannini7706]

yeah but you can alway peel of the tape when the pain is still wet ,that's what I do and it some how works for me:)

[@Jade2343]

What paint do you use for radiators?

[@bandq]

Hi, Jade 😊 You can browse our wide range of colours of radiator paint on the following link: bit.ly/3Fivpqc. Hope this helps 🎨

[@sikaye08]

What blue colour is this?

[@viviennejohnston1046]

Looks like navy blue. Awful colour

[@bandq]

Hi 😊 This looks like Goodhome Antibes 🎨 Wed' suggest that you use a colour tester first before committing to the project as lighting/space can impact the final results. We hope this helps 🙌

[@viviennejohnston1046]

Great video

[@bandq]

Thanks, Vivienne 😊 Glad you enjoyed it 🎨

[@gurugamer8632]

Do you paint the ceiling before the walls?

[@bandq]

Hi there! Yes we find it easiest to start at the ceiling so if anything splashes on onto the walls its easily painted over. ☺

[@abdullahhussain9589]

Do I need to mix paint with water before applying any coats? Or do I use them straight out of the tin?

[@bandq]

This is dependent on the type of paint you're using. If you could please let us know, we'll be able to assist further 🎨

[@larryloyd9414]

This was a good vid on painting, will use some of the methods mentioned.

[@solarhead2040]

That was brilliant.

[@Piterszczyk]

"Magnolia" me thinks ;)

[@NimerionTech]

How do you paint behind the radiators?

[@bandq]

For maximum results, it would be best to take the radiator off the wall if you are able to. If not, you can use a long/thin attachment to your roller or brush to get into those narrow spaces 😊 Hope this helps! 🎨

[@apu676]

what colour is this

[@zeligwilson]

very helpful video thanks

[@7002164]

Please link all the products u used

[@bandq]

Hello 😊 We've added a few links for you below to browse our wide selection for each tool/material needed: Tool list: Dust Sheets: bit.ly/3GICMba Piler Roller & Tray: bit.ly/3GFB9et Brushes: bit.ly/36k4fzh Paint Bucket: bit.ly/2ZPVFbJ Step Ladder: bit.ly/3jXPTf3 Material List: Paint: bit.ly/3CHcwMc Paint Solves & Thinners :bit.ly/3CMajPe We hope this helps 🙌

[@BRavens99]

@@bandq what Colour paint is that B&Q please ?

[@theresafloresca5343]

wow sky blue 😂☺️❤️

[@mikefranky]

🤮

[@kmcat]

same colour as Wickes

[@gamergaming7312]

Nice

[@housepainting9655]

👍👍👍

[@bandq]

😊

[@ShainAndrews]

Goodness... this is what I see first time home owners do...

[@WillyJunior]

what exactly is the problem here?

[@willsharp9612]

@@WillyJunior I can tell by the way they’re rolling, that painting and decorating is not their profession. Not bad, but not amazing either.

[@Elizabethdell789]

I have a room for him to buy a painting recently made my dad need to paint my bedroom mummy daddy’s bedroom and paint tester take

[@JacksonBandons-e5f]

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[@sa222ab87]

hi I love the video

[@mrcflman]

What u don't need to paint the walls white 😂

[@deanos102]

i know seems just making more work for yourself

[@hdsmack7203]

Yeah, in most cases you don't need to. I guess if the paint you were using had poor coverage you could build it up with a similar colour underneath.

[@josephpeacock7974]

White paint on a wall helps make imperfections like lumps on the wall or where you need to apply filler more visible

[@s.p1512]

They want you to buy their products and that's why they are advising you to paint the wall white first lol

[@darrencoghlan2243]

You Usualy base out walls in a light colour to show up imperfections also helps stop the old colour flash through

[@mprice126]

me i gloss first then walls

[@mnhmgadka4421]

thanks proffisional

[@cutedevil786]

But they didnt sand the walls. I thought you needed to sand all the walls?

[@stevetaylor8698]

No, there is no need to sand walls. It is important to remove dust and any marks, but two coats and it will be fine.

[@gleggett3817]

Separate video for that kzbin.info/www/bejne/lYSaqWmAi7mZnNk

[@willsharp9612]

If there are any marks/holes in the walls that you’ve filled, sand those down. Apart from that, a coat of paint or 2 should smooth out any textured walls.

[@louisgrace3570]

Cool hair.

[@JaraMoni-x9o]

Clark Amy Moore Mary Harris Ruth

[@LouisConolyE]

Gonzalez Jessica Williams Karen Johnson Barbara

[@alsultan44]

H

[@stevo728822]

Problem is, all the other rooms will look poor compared with a newly painted room. The door will be bright white on one side and faded white on the other.

[@wolf360090]

he has no clue on how to paint a room

[@willsharp9612]

Too many lines in his rolling.

[@phill58]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@AishaKhan-ys5bf]

Excellent