How to Prepare Your Home Before the Painters Arrive

A little preparation before painting day goes a long way — it helps the job run smoothly, protects your belongings, and can even help keep costs down by saving time on-site. Here's what to do before Empire Lux Painting arrives.

Clear the work area

Move small furniture, decor, wall art, and any breakables out of the rooms being painted. For larger furniture that can't be moved, don't worry — our team will help shift and protect it, but clearing what you can beforehand speeds things up.

Take down wall fittings

Remove picture frames, mirrors, curtain rods, and any wall-mounted fittings in the areas being painted. If there are fittings you'd like put back in the exact same spot, it helps to mark the wall lightly in pencil before removing them.

Protect valuables and clear surfaces

Clear shelves, mantels, and countertops in the work area. Store away valuables, important documents, and anything fragile or sentimental somewhere safe, away from the painting zone.

Plan for pets and children

Paint fumes, open doors, and moving equipment aren't ideal around pets or young children. If possible, arrange for them to be elsewhere on the day, or keep them in a separate part of the home away from where we're working.

Clear access points

Make sure driveways, walkways, and access points to the home (especially for exterior jobs) are clear, so our team can move equipment and ladders safely and efficiently.

Note any specific requests

If there are certain areas you want extra care taken around, colours you'd like double-checked before we start, or anything else on your mind, let us know ahead of time — the earlier we know, the easier it is to plan for.

Leave the rest to us

Once the basics are cleared, our team takes care of the rest — from masking and covering floors and remaining furniture, to protecting fixtures and fittings, so you can relax while we handle the details.

Have questions about what to expect on the day? Get in touch — we're happy to talk you through the process before we start.