How to Paint Stripes on Your Walls

Materials:

rag
painter's tape
self-priming wall paint (Benjamin Moore, Aura, Monterey White, HC-27; Burnt Russet, 42; Savannah Shade, 525)
paint brush
large foam roller
small foam roller
tape measure
laser level
pencil

Steps:

1. Clean walls and tape off the trim, baseboards and ceiling.

2. Apply the base coat. Start by cutting in the perimeter of the room with a brush and then roll out the rest. Allow the base coat to dry.

3. Determine the desired type of stripes. Horizontal stripes make a room feel wider; vertical stripes make a room feel taller. Also, decide the width of the stripes, keeping them four to 12 inches apart.

4. Use a pencil to mark dots on the walls where you want the edge of the stripes. Using a laser level will ensure your lines are straight. Make multiple dots for each edge.