Just like with exterior painting, you’ll yield the finest result if you thoroughly clean walls and remove any flaking paint before priming. To clean interior walls, run a vacuum cleaner around the perimeters (careful not to cause any dents or damage) and wipe down walls with a sponge or towel, using a mixture of gentle dish soap and water. Tape off trim, sconces, fixtures, window framing, and other areas that you do not wish to paint with strong painter’s tape, carefully pressing the tape against trim and securing with a putty knife. This step is crucial to ensuring clean lines, so watching tutorial videos or asking experienced painters for tips is always helpful. Once your walls are prepped, prepare the rest of your room by removing as many pieces of furniture possible and adding a drop-cloth to protect the floor from paint. Now, you’re ready to paint and prime! Connect with a well-reviewed local painting pro via HomePro Match to get started.