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GET YOUR NEXT PROJECT DONE RIGHT - 5 EASY PLANNING STEPS
(NAPS) – The first step in any do-it-yourself project may be to get some advice from the experts.
Professionals have learned the hard way how to make home improvement jobs easier and more efficient. Here are some tips that may help you get the job done:
Start with a list. Although you’re eager to get started, picking up a pen and paper can save you time in the long run. Make a plan for how you’re going to tackle the job – whether you’re staining the deck or painting the house. Create a list of materials and tools you’ll need for the project, plus a budget of how much you want to spend.
Check the calendar. How long will the project take? An afternoon? A day? Two weeks? Does the project depend on good weather? Decide on start and finish dates for the job – and factor in enough time to get all your supplies and to work at a comfortable pace.
Take the time to get the right tools. It’s much harder to do a job correctly if you don’t have the right tools. For example, if you have to paint job on your list, you may want to check out the latest paint sprayers, which release less paint at lower pressure so that the user has more control and wastes less paint. Wagner Spray Tech’s Control Spray High Volume Low Pressure (HVLP) is designed for applying materials such as stains, sealers, wood preservatives, enamels and other light-bodied materials – not latex paints. It’s a handy tool for homeowners who want to finish decks, railings, play sets, shutters, lawn furniture and small projects around the house that not require the high pressure of a latex paint sprayer.
Get organized. Understand what tasks you need to complete first. Determine the order of the following tasks. Get your supplies and tools ready and positioned to start the work. You will also need to factor in time and materials for project prep and clean up.
Don’t hesitate to ask for help if you need it. One of the smartest moves a do-it-yourselfer can make is to ask help when it’s needed. Go to the hardware store or check online for answers to your do-it-yourself questions. Sometimes all it takes is a more efficient tool or a new way to view the project.
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