Whether you are putting your home on the market or simply want to refresh your outdated interior, there are several reasons why homeowners paint their home's interior. Painting is a labor-intensive chore, which is why you made the wise decision to leave this monumental task to the professionals. Preparing your home will help ensure that the professional painters can complete their job efficiently and quickly. Here are a few ways you can prepare your home before the professional painters arrive.

Remove any Pictures, Paintings, and Knick Knacks from the Walls

Take down any pictures, paintings, shelving, and other decorative items from the walls that will be painted. In most cases, the painters will not perform this chore, meaning the work will not begin until all of your personal belongings are removed from the walls. Store these items in a safe space that is away from the work zone.

Additionally, depending upon the painters, you might also be asked to fill in any holes that are left after you have removed paintings, pictures, and shelving. Filling these holes yourself can also give you the opportunity to save money because the painters will not charge you for this task. The painters will be able to finish the job more quickly because they are not busy filling any holes themselves.

Take Down Any Drapes and Move Expensive Rugs

While you are removing pictures and shelving, also take a few moments to remove any drapes or window coverings that will be in the way. The painters will cover your furniture and flooring with plastic coverings or tarps. However, if you have any rugs or other floor coverings you do not want damaged, remove them before the painters arrive.

Clean the Walls

There is one chore that many homeowners overlook that can definitely slow down the painters and take up valuable time: cleaning the walls. Chances are your walls will be covered with dust, dirt, crayon marks, and other contaminants that can slow the painters down and not allow them to perform their job effectively. The easiest way to clean the walls is to create a mixture of warm water and mild dish soap.

Using a large sponge or rag, wipe down all the walls that will be painted, paying special attention to the corners and bottom of the walls. Wipe away the soapy water with a damp, clean sponge or cloth and allow the walls to dry.

From removing any paintings or drapes to cleaning the walls, there are several ways you can prepare for professional interior house painters.