How to Paint Old Wood Trim with Varnish on It | Ask This Old House
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- 3:50–4:06 Apply First Coat of Paint
From Stair Skirt Boards and Trim Refresher, Step 10: Prime and Paint
With the trim primed and imperfections filled, it's time for the first coat of paint. Use a good quality 3-inch angled brush and apply the chosen paint color, in this case, 'Extra White' semi-gloss finish. Maintain long, even strokes, working from top to bottom. The video shows both the man and woman applying the paint, cutting in carefully around door and window frames, and along the baseboards.
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