Question 1

1. What are the essential painting tools for professional use?

Accepted Answer

For most builders and decorators, the core painting and decorating tools include a selection of brushes, rollers, and trays suited to different surfaces and finishes. Extension poles are also useful for ceilings and tall walls, while sanding blocks and filler knives help with surface prep. Masking tape, dust sheets, and paint kettles are also standard accessories.

If you’re looking for a simple painting and decorating tools list, this article from The Paint Shed has some suggestions.

Question 2

2. Do I need different painting equipment for exterior and interior work?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the tools and equipment needed for exterior jobs often differ from those used indoors. Exterior painting typically requires sturdier brushes and rollers, longer extension poles, and ladders or platforms for safe access. Products must also be compatible with weatherproof or textured finishes. For interior work, decorators tend to use finer brushes, compact rollers, and equipment designed for precision in confined or detailed areas like skirting, cornices, and door frames.

Question 3

3. How do I choose the right decorating tools for different surfaces?

Accepted Answer

Surface type and finish requirements will determine your choice. Use synthetic brushes for water-based paints and natural bristles for solvent-based coatings. Rollers with short naps suit smooth walls, while rough surfaces need longer pile. For detailed work, use angled brushes or precision tools. Always check compatibility with the paint and substrate.

Question 4

4. What painting accessories can help maintain decorating tools on site?

Accepted Answer

Tool maintenance can save you money by helping to reduce replacement costs. Use brush combs and paint brush cleaner to remove build-up. Store tools in airtight containers or wrap them to prevent drying out between coats. Keep water or solvent-based cleaners on hand and use disposable liners in trays or kettles where possible to cut down on wash time.

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Brush Mate Trade 20

Rodo (4") 100mm Dusting Brush

Rodo Pack Of 10 100mm Blades For Long Handle Wall Scraper

Coral Painter's Dozen Paint Brush Set Pack of 12

Cure It Brush 4 Inch

OX-P531501 Speedskim Universal Pole Attachment

Soft Grip Filling Knife 100mm

Axus Blue Angled Pro-Cutter Brush -2 inch 2inch

Axus Blue Angled Pro-Cutter Brush -3 inch 3inch

FIX-R GRP Aluminium Swivel Pole Sander Head

SAFEGUARD DRYZONE APPLICATION GUN DM-DRYZ-APPL

RODO PBPT015 PRODEC ALL PURPOSE PAINT BRUSH 2.5 2.5 INCH

Cure It Extension Pole

Hardie® Backer Score and Snap knife

ProDec 1L Paint Kettle

Easiflow HD 10IN Skeleton Gun

Hamilton Wood Preservative Brush 3IN

Hamilton Prestige Heavy Duty Stripper Blades 150mm

Bosch 70mm Wire Cup Brush 1608 614 020

Hamilton General Purpose Block Brush 4IN

Prodec Advance 11 In 1 Duragrip Scraper

Prodec Superhandle Extension Adaptor

Hamilton Perfection Adjustable Double Arm Frame 15in

Prodec Flexible Filling Knife 75mm

Prodec Flexible Filling Knife 25mm

Purdy Joint Knife 100mm

Prodec Contractor All Purpose Brush 12mm

Purdy XL Elite Monarch Brush 76mm

Prodec Spun Type Paint Kettle Metal 150mm

Fit For The Job Emulsion Block Brush 100mm

Hamilton For The Trade Fine Tip Flat Brush 1

Hamilton For The Trade Fine Tip Flat Brush 5pk

Hamilton Perfection 9 Ring Paperhanger Brush

Hamilton Perfection Pure Bristle Brush Pack Of 4

Tembe Filltite Continental Filling Knives

Fit For The Job Wall Scraper Replacement Blades 100mm 10pk

Bedec Professional Silicone Profilers 5,8 & 10mm Set

Prodec Advance 4'' Duragrip Scraper

Osmo High Quality Synthetic Mix Bristle Flat Brush 50mm (5)

Hamilton Perfection Bristle Brush 1.5inch