How to protect the floor when painting

floor protection


It's easy to protect the floor before painting the walls or roof. A drop cloth and some painter's tape are all you need. Choose from a fabric tarp, kraft paper, or plastic tarp, and stretch it out on the floor's surface. Then, secure the material with painter's tape and start painting.

Choosing the material for the protective tarpaulin

Use a drop cloth dropper to cover your carpeted floor

·         Fabric tarps are the best choice for covering your carpeted floor because they are easy to stretch. Plus, they can catch spills and falling paint drips. To use this material, simply unfold it and lay it on the rug. You can reuse the same canvas for many projects of this type. 

·         Although this cloth is relatively thick, it cannot contain serious spills. Therefore, you will have to work carefully and avoid this type of accident. Use only a small amount of paint as you work, and keep an eye on where the paint pan or tray is.

·         Fabric drop tarps are heavy enough that tape is not necessary. It will be enough to pile the ends against the walls so that they stay in place. However, painter's tape can help keep the drop cloth in place to better protect the floor.

·         You can get drop cloth at most hardware or home tool stores in the paint supply aisle.

Use butcher paper (or kraft paper) to protect your wood, laminate (vinyl), or tile flooring

·         If you want to protect a hard surface, this material is the best option. Plastic or cloth tarps usually slip on these surfaces, but kraft paper stays put as long as you step on it. It's usually sold in rolls, so you can unroll it and use several pieces to cover your floor. 

·         The size of the pieces will depend on the size of the floor, but you can usually use several 5-foot (1.5 m) long sections, which are easier to handle.

·         You can find the brown paper at most craft and hardware stores.

Use a plastic tarp if you need a cheaper, disposable option

·         Plastic sheeting often comes in various thicknesses, from 0.4 inches (10 mm) to 0.16 inches (4 mm). Remember that they are not very easy to use on most surfaces because they are slippery. However, choose the thicker option if you decide to use this material. 

·         Plastic tarps are a better option for covering furniture than for protecting the floor. However, they are a popular alternative because they are easy to use, relatively low cost, and can be safely disposed of.

·         Since plastic is not an absorbent material, spills do not dry up and can spread across the tarp. If you step on the painting, you could easily drag it away and leave footprints wherever you go.

Cover the floor

Vacuum the floor before laying down the drop cloth to avoid scratching the surface

·         Consider that if there is dirt or other debris between the floor and the canvas, this could scratch the floor when you walk on it. To prevent this, simply vacuum your carpet, wood, tile, laminate or use floor protection roll before coating. Be sure to go over the entire surface to get the floor as clean as possible. 

·         While this step isn't necessary, it will help protect your floor from further damage.

Tape 2-inch-thick pieces of painter's tape around the entire perimeter of the floor.

·         Before laying down the drop cloth, use the tape to mark the entire perimeter of the floor. You can use sections between 6 and 12 inches (15 and 30 cm) long to cover the base of the walls. 

·         If you prefer, you can position the tape so that 1/4 of the thickness covers part of the baseboard. This way, you will prevent the paint from getting on the skirting board and the edges of the carpet.

Stretch the protective tarp on the floor

·         Depending on your chosen material, you may need to unfold or unroll it. Then, you will have to stretch it so that the edges are flat against the wall. The idea, of course, is that you cover the entire floor first. 

·         If you're using pieces of butcher paper, place one at the edge of the wall, then put the others on the sides, making sure they overlap each other by at least 1/2 inch.

·         If there is furniture in the room, you can place the drop cloth around it. If necessary, simply fold the parts that cannot lie flat and add more pieces until everything is covered.

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Cut off the excess material with scissors if you use a plastic tarp or butcher paper.

·         If you have an extra canvas, simply cut it where it meets the edge of the room. Carefully roll or fold the rest of the material and place it outside the room. You can save it to use in another project. This way, you won't trip over the extra materials.

·         Another option would be to fold the excess plastic or paper and place it on top of the floor's layers. Then, cover the edges with painter's tape so you won't trip over them.

Arrange the edges of the tarp or material to cover the tape

 Once you've laid the tarp on the floor, go around the sides and flatten the material, so it's flush against the walls. The idea is that it covers the tape you placed when you started and thus avoids possible spills or drips. 

Tape the edges of the canvas with the same 2-inch-wide painter's tape.

·         Cut the tape into 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) long sections and stick half the width to the tarp, half to the floor, and part of the skirting. Continue placing the pieces of tape around the entire perimeter of the tarp until it is completely attached. 

·         Ensure the canvas of your chosen material lines up correctly with the walls to ensure the right size.

Flatten the tape with your hand to stick it well to the floor

As you place the pieces of tape on the floor, run the palm of your hand over them to hold them securely. This way, the part with the adhesive will stick well to the canvas and the floor and will not move while you paint.

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