Rest small pieces of cardboard or poster board on top of and behind the gutters to make sure paint does not get on your home. Use painter's tape to attach the cardboard to the top of the gutters, especially if it's windy outside. Thoroughly cover the soffit, fascia, and siding of your home so paint does not get on it. Use old boxes or scrap cardboard. Cut the cardboard to fit the top of the gutters, especially the corners. You do not need to use painter's tape to mask the house as long as you place cardboard on the gutters to protect the house. You will be working closely with the primer and paint so the risk of getting a lot of it on your home is low. Use a screwdriver to take off the gutters so you do not damage them. Place them on a painter's tarp outside in your yard. Lay them down in order so you can put them back up easily. You can then prime and paint the gutters without having to worry about getting paint on your home. Make sure the primer is made for use on gutters. Buy primer at your local hardware store or online. The primer will help the top coat adhere better to the gutters. It will also help to prevent the top coat from flaking or peeling. If you have left the gutters on your home and want to prime them fast, use a paint sprayer. Rent a paint sprayer or buy one at your local hardware store. If you opt to use a sprayer, mask the roof, fascia, and siding to prevent overspray from getting on your home. Keep a damp cloth on hand to wipe up any paint that gets on unwanted areas. Use the low pressure setting on the sprayer to apply one light coat of primer. Spray the sides and bottom of the gutters to prime them. Wear a respirator mask when you use the sprayer to protect yourself from the paint fumes. If you'd prefer to prime the gutters the old-fashioned way, use a paintbrush or roller that is 3 to 4 inches (7.6 to 10.2cm) wide. Paint a thin coat of primer on the sides and bottom of the gutters. Do not apply too much primer, as this can make it difficult for the top coat to spread smoothly and evenly on the gutters. If you use a fast drying oil-based primer, it will usually take about 1-2 hours to dry. Check the label on the primer to determine the drying time. Make sure the primer is completely dry before you apply the top coat.

Summary: Use pieces of cardboard to protect your home from the paint. Take the gutters off if you don't want to use cardboard. Get an oil-based primer that is rust-preventing. Use an airless sprayer to apply the primer quickly. Apply a coat of primer with a paintbrush or roller if you don't have a sprayer. Allow the primer to air dry.

Performing Istikhara is appropriate whenever you have to make a non-obligatory decision. It's a powerful prayer of guidance for whenever you are unsure about a decision. Examples could include: Choosing a university or graduate school. Deciding whether to take a job offer. Choosing a spouse. It's always best to recite two rak'ah before asking for guidance. It's advised to incorporate Istikhara into your morning prayer (Salat al-Fajr) or after Salat al-Lail. Salat al-Lail is a voluntary late night prayer. It does not have a mandated number of rak'ah, but if it you perform it, it must be after the obligatory Isha, or night prayer. When you recite Salat-al-Istikhara, you should also seek advice from those you believe are wise and knowledgeable. Avoid thinking that your answers will simply come to you in dreams or visions. For example, suppose you are deciding whether to take a new job. You should consult a knowledgeable elder, like a relative or mentor. Ask them, "Will you help me understand how this new job might affect my life and my faith? Do you think this is a good decision?"
Summary: Pray the Istikhara when you need to make a decision. Perform Istikhara after Salat al-Fajr or Salat al-Lail. Seek advice from knowledgeable people when praying for guidance.