Painting Prep & Quality Checklist

Brand as per agreement (Asian / Berger / Nerolac / Dulux / Jotun)

Product grade matches (premium / standard) — check shade card name

No substitution without written approval

Cans are factory-sealed on arrival

Manufacturing date within 12 months

Batch numbers noted for uniformity

Water-based putty (acrylic) or brand as per spec

Primer matches paint system (water- or solvent-based)

No generic unbranded putty

Brand-approved thinner only

Correct ratio per data sheet (usually 30-40% for first coat, 15-20% for finish)

No excess dilution

Calculated from area × coats / coverage rate

Ordered enough for full project + 10% wastage

No running out mid-project

Moisture meter reading < 12%

New plaster cured 28+ days

No active leaks or dampness

All dust, oil, loose paint removed

Fungus cleaned with fungicide wash

Wall brushed and wiped

Peeling / flaking paint scraped fully

Chalking layer sanded

Glossy surfaces lightly sanded for key

Hairline cracks opened to V-groove

Filled with crack-filler / white cement slurry

Cured before putty

Floor fully covered

Furniture moved to centre, sheeted

Switches, sockets, windows, frames taped

Door hardware removed or taped

Two coats minimum

Second coat applied after first is fully dry

24 hours minimum between coats

Fine grade sandpaper (320–400)

Smooth finish — no undulations

Dust wiped between coats

Visual check under grazing light

No pinholes or trowel marks

No excessive filler build-up

Corners sharp and clean

Actual kg used recorded

Consumption reasonable — 0.8 to 1.2 kg/sqm for 2 coats

Not excessive to hide poor plaster

Water-based primer for interior emulsion

Solvent-based for enamel

Alkali-resistant primer for fresh plaster

Entire wall primed — no gaps

Thinned per manufacturer

Rolled / brushed uniformly

Drying time respected

Patch repairs primed before second putty

Stained areas stain-blocked

No bleed-through

Primer tinted toward final shade for deep colours

Reduces number of finish coats required

Minimum two finish coats

Three coats for deep / bright shades

Matches brand data sheet

No brush marks or roller lines

No lap marks at edges

Uniform sheen (matte / satin / silk)

No thin spots showing primer

Minimum 4-6 hours (touch dry)

Recoat per data sheet

Not recoated on visibly wet paint

Same batch number across a wall

No visible colour variation between walls of same colour

Approved shade-card reference kept on site

Matte / satin / luxury emulsion as per spec

Consistent sheen — no dull patches

Cleanability as promised (washable)

Colour matches approved render / moodboard

Clean transition line between colours

Texture finish (if any) applied as per sample

Rust removed on metal

Wood sanded and dust-free

Knot sealer on wood knots

Old paint scraped where needed

Metal primer (red oxide / zinc chromate)

Wood primer (alkyd / enamel primer)

Both coats dried fully

Wood filler used on grain / knots

Sanded smooth

No putty visible through final coat

Two finish coats minimum

Proper brush / spray technique

No runs, sags, curtains

Uniform gloss (high / semi / satin as per spec)

Hinges, locks, handles taped

No paint on polished hardware

Knobs replaced correctly after drying

Weatherproof emulsion as per spec (Apex / Weathercoat / Elastomeric)

UV and fungal protection

Not interior emulsion

Elastomeric crack bridger on hairline cracks

Texture matches adjacent surface after

Anti-carbonation / hydrophobic coat on exposed walls (if spec)

Separate data-sheet coverage

Not a substitute for external painting

Proper scaffolding certified

Harnesses used

Tools secured

No painting during rain or high humidity

Morning / late afternoon application

Not in direct sun if surface temperature > 50°C

Cracks at joint mesh-taped and compounded

Undulations levelled before paint

No sagging bulges

Joints taped and compounded

Screw heads covered with compound

Two coats sanded before primer

Ceiling white or special ceiling paint (low-splatter)

Matte finish typically

Emulsion, not whitewash

Primer + two coats minimum

Even roller pattern

No roll marks visible at grazing light

Inner cove painted if visible

Shadow gap painted dark matte (as per design)

LED strip area not painted over

Moisture resolved before paint

No application on damp / hot surface

Primer and finish compatible

Old paint fully removed at edges

Surface sanded for adhesion

Primer not skipped

Fresh plaster primed with alkali-resistant primer

Existing chalking fully brushed off

Fungicidal wash if black patches

Correct nap length for surface

Wet-on-wet technique used

Thinning per data sheet

Same brand mixing ratio followed

Batches mixed in single pot for one wall

Final coat applied wet on wet

Torch at acute angle at night

No pinholes, drips, roller tracks

Walls smooth to touch

Clean line at ceiling, corners, switches

No paint on ceiling / windows / frames

Switch plate area clean

All snag areas addressed

Touch-up paint kept with owner for future

Brand and shade label on container

Masking tape removed carefully

Floor cleaned — no spatter

Empty containers disposed / taken back

Brushes not washed in kitchen / bath drains

Paint warranty (5/7/10 years as per product)

Applicator workmanship guarantee

Invoice and warranty card retained