Apply Second Coat of Paint
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Painting Accent Walls. Tips from a Pro!
What happens here
After the first coat has dried (typically 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on room temperature and humidity), apply the second coat. When applying the second coat, ensure it is rich and fully covers the first coat. For best results, use a technique where one person cuts in the edges with a brush, and another person follows immediately behind with a roller, ensuring the paint remains wet at the edges (maintaining a 'wet edge'). This method prevents haloing or lap marks, especially with dark colors.
Goal: Achieve full, even coverage with the final paint coat
Tools and materials
- Angled Sash Brush — Cutting in edges and corners
- Benjamin Moore Regal Select Flat Paint — Applying the second coat of paint
- Paint Pan — Holding paint for the roller
- Paint Roller — Applying paint to the main wall area