House Painter

Painters typically do the following: Cover floors, furniture, and trim with drop cloths, tarps, and masking tape to protect surfacesRemove and replace pictures and outlet and switch coversInstall scaffolding and raise laddersFill holes and cracks with putty or plasterPrepare surfaces by scraping, wire brushing, or sanding to a smooth finishCalculate the size of the area to be painted and the amount of paint needed for the areaApply primers or sealers so the paint will stick to the surfaceApply paint or other finishes, using hand brushes, rollers, or sprayers