Painting & Finishing

What this certification means

Painting & Finishing proves you can prep, prime, and coat interior and exterior surfaces so the finish holds up — correct sheen, correct primer, clean lines, and no peeling in eighteen months.

What it covers

• Surface prep: washing, scraping, sanding, de-glossing, and patching
• Primer selection — latex, oil, shellac, bonding, and stain-blocking
• Paint chemistry basics: acrylic latex vs alkyd, and where each wins
• Sheen selection by room and surface
• Cutting in, rolling technique, and eliminating lap marks
• Spray fundamentals: airless setup, tip sizes, and overspray control
• Caulking and filling before the first coat
• Exterior painting: weather windows, substrate moisture, and failure modes
• Cabinet and trim finishing for a factory-smooth result
• Lead-safe work practices in pre-1978 housing (RRP awareness)

Who this is for

Handymen offering interior repaints, trim work, cabinet refinishing, and exterior touch-ups.