Maxwell Hardware is your one-stop-shop for all your painting and painting supplies needs.

Having everything you need before you start painting or re-painting a room is the best way to ensure a smooth process. It's also a good way to build confidence in your painting and home renovation skills because you'll be able to complete your project without major interruptions or delays while you scrounge for something you didn't know you needed. Our helpful painting supply list will help get you on the right starting ground: 

Essential Painting Supplies: 

• Paint: Choose the color and finish (matte, satin, semi-gloss, etc.) you desire. Make sure to buy enough paint to cover the entire room adequately. Measure the room's square footage to calculate the amount of paint needed.
• Paintbrushes: Get a variety of sizes, including small brushes for detail work and larger brushes for broader strokes. Synthetic brushes are suitable for latex paint, while natural bristle brushes work well with oil-based paint.
• Roller and roller covers: A paint roller is essential for covering large areas quickly. Choose roller covers appropriate for your paint type and the texture of your walls (smooth, semi-rough, or rough).
• Paint tray: A paint tray provides a convenient place to pour and load paint onto your roller.
• Painter's tape: Use painter's tape to mask off areas you don't want to paint, such as trim, baseboards, and window frames. It helps achieve clean, straight lines.

For walls that need minor repair or smoothing: 

• Sandpaper or sanding block: Sand rough spots and imperfections on the walls before painting to ensure a smooth finish. Use fine-grit sandpaper for best results.
• Spackling compound and putty knife: Fill in holes, cracks, and other imperfections in the walls with spackling compound. A putty knife helps apply the compound smoothly.
• Painter's caulk: Use caulk to fill gaps and cracks along baseboards, trim, and seams for a professional-looking finish.

For cleaning and mess prevention: 

• Painting clothes and protective gear: Wear old clothes or a painting smock to protect your clothing from spills. Additionally, consider wearing gloves and goggles to protect your skin and eyes.
• Drop cloths or plastic sheeting: Protect your floors and furniture from paint splatters and spills by covering them with drop cloths or plastic sheeting.
• Cleanup supplies: Have water, soap, and a bucket on hand for cleaning brushes, rollers, and other painting equipment after use.