Planning

In this section:
- Choosing the Right Paint
- Matching Paint to Surfaces
- Selecting a Finish
- Choosing the Right Brush
- Choosing the Right Roller Cover
- Choosing a Ladder
A fresh coat of paint is the most inexpensive way to "remodel" a room. Thanks to our high quality coatings and applicators, even first-time painters can achieve professional-quality results.
We're here to help you through this process with easy-to-follow tips and online project planning tools that answer common questions on how to paint.
And, with more than 3,000 neighborhood Sherwin-Williams stores across the nation, it's easy to get the paints you want and the friendly expert advice you appreciate.
See Also
How Much Paint to Buy
Watch to learn helpful tips on calculating how much paint you will need for your project.
Checklist of Tools
Information on the tools you'll need for a successful painting project.
Paint Calculator

Find out how much paint you will need by using our online paint calculator.


