Most often than not when people think of painting, they picture the fun part: rolling fresh color onto walls, that new paint smell, maybe even a little paint-on-your-jeans action. But here’s the truth bomb: the real magic? It happens before the brush even touches the wall. Yep, we’re talking about sanding and prep work.
At 360 Painting of Denver, we understand that’s the secret sauce to a durable, professional finish. Not the color (although we love helping you pick the perfect shade). The secret is in the prep. Think of it like cooking: you can’t whip up a gourmet meal without chopping the veggies first. So how exactly do we do it?
Inspection Nation
Before we do anything, our team inspects every surface. Cracks? Holes? Paint that looks like it survived three different decades? We find it all. Each imperfection is a clue about how we’ll get your surface paint-ready.
Sanding Like a Pro
This is where the transformation begins. Sanding isn’t just about smoothing things out—it’s about creating the perfect canvas. We:
- Remove old, flaky paint (goodbye, 90’s peach walls).
- Buff out rough spots and debris.
- Create a slightly textured surface that helps new paint stick like a dream.
Our crew doesn’t just wave around some sandpaper and call it good—we use hand sanding, power sanding, and sanding blocks, paying close attention to tricky corners and detailed areas. The result? A silky-smooth finish that makes your walls feel brand new.
Repairs That Disappear
Got holes? Cracks? Tiny imperfections that make you cringe? We’ve got fillers and compounds for that. After patching things up, we sand those areas again so they blend seamlessly with the rest of the surface. It’s basically wall surgery, but way less scary.
Clean Sweep
Imagine painting over dust or grease. Ew. That’s why we scrub everything clean—no dust, no grime, no surprise fingerprints. Clean surfaces = paint that goes on smooth and stays put.
Prime Time
The grand finale before the color show: primer. This step seals surfaces, blocks stains, and gives your topcoat a uniform, flawless base to shine on. We pick the right primer for your surface type and apply it with the precision of an artist.
Why It Matters
Skipping prep work is like skipping sunscreen in Denver—bad idea. Proper sanding and prep ensure your paint looks better, lasts longer, and stands up to daily life. At 360 Painting, we don’t cut corners—unless it’s to sand them smooth.
So, the next time you see a fresh, flawless wall, remember: behind every stunning paint job is a whole lot of sanding, scrubbing, and prepping. And we wouldn’t have it any other way.