Paint is the cheapest, easiest renovation you can do: it makes everything fresh and new, it covers defects, and it’s ...

After you've dusted the walls, it's time to wash off any smudges ... area first, to make sure it doesn't damage the finish," Williamson says. It only takes flat paint about an hour to dry.

“Use mild soap and water to wash the bristles thoroughly, gently massaging to remove any remaining paint,” she says, and wear gloves if that’s more comfortable for you. She notes that you ...