On Sep 20, 3:13*pm, Todd wrote:
Hi All,

Some beginner's painting questions:

1) for 8 sq ft do a really need a roller? *Or can I stick with a brush?

2) if using a brush, can I dip directly into the can? Or, will
the second time I dip it into the can contaminate the can?

3) do I caulk before or after I paint?

4) water cleanup. *Does this mean the hose outside or can
I use the sink inside? *(Will it mess up the sink?)

Many thanks,
-T

1. you can use either a brush or a roller. I don't like the brush
strokes that brushes leave, so I would use a small roller. They come
in small (3&4 inches) and larger sizes (9 and 12"). for the small
area you mentioned, I would go with a disposable 4" roller. if you
need a second coat of paint. Put the roller in a ziplock bag while
the first coat of paint dries. Then apply the second coat.

2. I typically don't like to dip directly in a paint can, but you can
do it but you do risk getting contaminates in the can. For a small
job, just pour some into a paper plate/bowl or a disposable clean
plastic container like the little ones that cool whip comes in.

3. if you're using a clear caulking, you can paint either before or
after. If you use a non-clear caulking, I would suggest applying the
caulking before you paint. Just make sure the caulking is labeled as
paintable.

4. This may get you unwanted comments as environmentalist will say
either way is harmful. For the small area, I would use disposable
items that can be put into a ziplock bag, and then wash up using the
sink.

Robin