From their stray crayons to their tape happy art-hanging habits, few things wreak havoc on your paint job like kids. They make their mark on your heart, but they also make their mark on your walls which is decidedly less beautiful.
Check out these five painting tips to plan ahead and kid-proof your Central, CT walls to withstand the onslaught of fun and mess coming their way.
- Put Safety First- The most important part of kid-proofing your walls is safety. Be sure that your walls and furniture are free of lead-based paint and that there are no stray nails or wall damage at kid-level. It’s also important to be sure that all of your outlets are properly protected with plates and covers.
- Pick Your Paint Colors Wisely- White wall paint is trendy right now and we do not blame you for using it in your home. However, if you have kids on the scene, consider using white paint colors in your master bedroom, bathroom, or dining room. These are all spaces that see fewer kid fingerprints than your hallway or kitchen walls.
- Select High Quality Paint- Believe it or not, all wall paint is not created equal. When it comes to an interior paint job that will hold up to family life, choose a paint that is stain resistant and highly durable such as Duration by Sherwin Williams or Regal Select by Benjamin Moore.
- Choose the Best Finish- When it comes to the best finish for family-friendly walls, wipeable is key. From spaghetti night to puddle jumping playtime, it is not a question of if you will need to wipe your walls, it is a question of when and how often. Satin and semi-gloss are great finishes to protect your walls from whatever your kids, quite literally, will throw at them.
- If You Can’t Beat ‘Em- Thankfully most home improvement stores now carry both chalkboard and whiteboard paint in a variety of paint colors. This is a great way to give your kids a space in your home where they can interact with your walls creatively and will hopefully deter them from drawing elsewhere.
Our professional, experienced painters love working with our clients to create a family-friendly atmosphere with walls that will withstand the wear and tear of parenthood. Check out our extensive portfolio of interior painting projects to get a sense of what we can do in your home, then give us a call and let one of our painters work with you to create a plan for kid-proofing the walls of your Dutchess County, NY home.
