Baseboard Preparation and Painting Process

What happens here

After initial installation, any areas on the trim that were filled with Bondo or spackle (repairs) should receive a 'pre-hit' or initial coat of paint. This ensures these areas are properly sealed and primed before the main coats. The baseboards were previously pre-painted on saw horses before installation, meaning they already have a base coat. The current spraying process will involve applying one coat over the pre-hit areas, followed by a second full coat over all baseboards. This results in a total of three coats of paint for optimal durability and finish.

Goal: This step details the recommended coating strategy for the baseboards, which includes pre-coating any repaired areas and applying subsequent coats for a durable finish.