Painting is one of those home-improvement projects that seems easy and that everyone thinks they can do themselves. The thing is, painting can be a waste of time and money if it isn’t done correctly. A painting job generally requires three things: a well-prepared surface for painting, the right tools and equipment to do the job, and the know-how to do it the right way. 1. A well-prepared surface When it comes to painting, the first thing you need to do is prepare the surface you’re going to paint. Painting a house’s exterior usually involves pretty extensive work to get…