Specifications

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guarantee a perfect color match when touch-ups are made after the original application.
Painting
When paint touch-up is required, remember that all paints change colors as they age, making a
perfect color match very difficult to achieve. Sometimes, paint touch-ups are visible under certain
lighting conditions.
Regular repainting is the best approach to achieving the look and finish you desire. You probably will
wish to repaint your kitchen and bathroom more frequently because they receive harder wear and
more frequent exposure to damaging steam and condensation. Always buy the best quality paints
you can afford. Bargain paints do not hold up, seldom cover well, and age prematurely. Remember,
the cost of paint is insignificant, compared to the value of the labor used in applying it. Do not put
acrylic or latex paint over enamel or varnish, since it will not adhere. Use a washable paint in the
bathroom, kitchen or utility area.
Before you paint, be sure to:
1. Clean surface
2. Repair minor cracks and imperfections with spackle
3. Reset nail pops in the drywall, spackle, and sand smooth
4. Sand enameled or varnished surfaces
5. Be sure the surface is dry before painting
6. Follow the paint manufacturer’s directions
Wallpaper
You may wish to wallpaper one or more rooms because of the way today’s wallpapers add spice to
your home. If you do not have much paper-hanging experience, seek advice from your local
wallpaper store. And, follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not attempt to wash the average “washable” wallpaper with water. Even though most wallpaper is
marked “washable”, it should be cleaned only with wallpaper cleaner, which can be purchased at any
store selling wallpaper. Some spots can be removed with an art gum eraser. Grease seldom is
successfully taken off the average wallpaper because grease stains are permanent.