How to Paint a Room Quickly

Painting is one of the easiest DIY home improvements that you can make, and is often a first choice for freshening up space in your new home or getting a dated home ready to sell. But while it’s a great project for all skill levels, it’s not always a quick process—especially if you haven’t done it before. Fortunately though, there are lots of creative ways that you can cut down on the time and paint a room quickly.

Whether you’re painting a room for the first time or are an experienced painter who just wants to figure out how to get the job done faster, follow the tips below to paint a room quickly without sacrificing on accuracy or appearance. Some of these tips you may have heard and some of them may even be contrary to the traditional painting advice you’ve been given before, but all of them are proven to help get you get rooms painted faster and easier.

Gather All Your Supplies at Once

Prep the Room First, Not As You Go

Now Prep the Walls

Skip the Tape

Consider Skipping the Primer, Too

Start With The Ceiling

Roll, Then Cut In

Minimize the Time Between Coats

There you go! With just a few time saving tricks you’ll be able to paint a room quickly and get on to the next DIY project in your home. And when you’re finished, make sure to properly dispose of your paint—here are some ways to do it.