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Avoid paint disasters and deck your halls in style this season | | The holidays are right around the corner, and your walls deserve to be on their best behavior. Before you grab a brush and start painting, check out the 5 paint mistakes everyone makes and how to avoid them. Your future, festive self will thank you. | | | | |
5 PAINT MISTAKES TO AVOID | | Diving in without prep Walls need love too—patch, sand and prime before the big moment happens. | | | | |
Picking paint under artificial light Those overhead fluorescents lie. Check your color throughout the day to avoid surprises. | | | | |
Forgetting about finish Eggshell or semi-gloss? Finish matters as much as color. So don't skip it. | | | | |
Ignoring undertones A warm red isn't always a warm red. Pay attention to undertones for a cohesive look. | | | | |
Decorating too soon after painting Give your paint some breathing room. Rushing decorations = sticky fingerprints and unplanned texture. | | | | |
Get More Holiday Paint Inspo on Our Blog Tip: From cozy accent walls to festive entryways, we've got ideas to make your home pop. | | | | |
