The Struggles and Joys of Painting an Old Room

Welcome back to ‪@Folktopia‬! Today, we’re diving into a charming project - repainting a room with plaster walls and unpainted wood trim in this quaint old cottage. Join me as we transform this space, blending modern flair with rustic charm. Learn valuable tips, tricks, and witness the magic of a fresh coat of paint in bringing new life to this vintage gem. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and let’s get started on this delightful journey of restoration and creativity! 🖌️🏡 #CottageMakeover #diyhomedecor
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:20 Test for Lead and PPE
0:52 Prep Prep Prep
1:00 TSP Wall Cleaning
1:09 Clean Baseboards
3:20 Making a DIY Contoured Scraper
6:14 Thermal Camera and Register
9:20 $16 Contour Scraper
10:08 Wall Masking and Painting
12:21 Reinstalling wall shelf and TV
13:00 Cleaning and Sanding the Floor
15:04 Room tour and final thoughts
Supplies:
* Ladder/sturdy bench
* TSP-PF
* Measuring cup for dry chemicals
* Sponges
* Bucket (2)
* Eye protection
* Nitrile gloves
* Castile Soap (unscented)
* Rags and paper towels
* Spray bottle
* Microfiber cloths
* Painters tool
* Scrapers
* Cleaning brushes
* Masking tape
* Putty knife
* Patching compound
* Sanding pads and paper
* Dust mask
* Respirator
* Dust broom
* Shop Vac w/ 2-stage filtration PLUS dust cyclone
* Hand held vacuum
* Hearing protection
* Utility knife
* Paint tray and liners
* 2.5-inch brush
* Small roller
* Big roller
* Roller extension
* Drop cloth
* Caulk
* Caulk gun
* Solvents: like denatured alcohol for shellac and mineral spirits for tack cloths
* Finishes: boiled linseed oil or Polyurethane, shellac, or whatever your situation calls for
* Camera to document your work
* Thermal camera for diagnostics
* Insulation
* Insulation tape
* Drill/driver w/ Philips-head drill bit
* Small flat head for outlet and switch plates
* Primer
* Ceiling paint
* Paint
* Paint stir drill attachment