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Lesson Plan
13 Video Lessons · 2H 41M
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1. Introduction
Tyler Grace, a remodeling contractor in Medford, New Jersey, explains why a careful approach to painting produces a quality finish, no matter the tools or materials.
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2. Paint & Painting Tools
Tyler shares a number of essential paint tools and materials, including angled and flat brushes, rollers, water-based and oil-based primers, and various finishes.
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3. Sprayer Overview
Learn the benefits of using a sprayer on trim as Tyler walks you through the anatomy of an air-assisted airless sprayer and important accessories like respirators.
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4. Priming with Brushes and Rollers
Tyler shows how to prime walls and ceilings, including cutting in corners with a brush and using a roller on large areas.
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5. Priming Trim with Sprayer
Tyler demonstrates how to prime trim with a sprayer, from loading the primer to finding the right pressure to correcting mistakes in the first prime coat.
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6. Sanding and Spraying Trim
Once the walls and trim have been primed, Tyler shows you how to sand trim, flush primer out of the sprayer, and spray a first coat with trim paint.
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7. Scuffing the First Trim Coat and Spraying Final Trim Coat
Tyler demonstrates scuffing the first trim coat with a hand sander and sanding sponge, then shows you how to spray your final trim coat.
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8. Spackling Walls and Ceiling
Before painting the top coat, Tyler shows how to fix imperfections in the walls and ceiling with a drywall knife and spackling paste.
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9. Sanding Walls and Ceiling
Tyler shows how to sand walls using a hand sander and orbital sander before applying your ceiling coat.
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10. Painting a Ceiling
Tyler teaches you how to paint a ceiling, starting in the corners with an angled three-inch brush, then using a roller to evenly coat the space.
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11. Cutting In & First Coat
Learn how to cut in corners and apply the first coat of paint on walls using a two-and-a-half-inch angled brush and a half-inch nap roller.
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12. Final Coat
Tyler shows how to apply the final coat of paint on walls, from using a pole sander to cutting in corners with an angled brush to painting with a roller for a clean matte finish.
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13. Clean Up
Tyler shows how to remove site protection––from tape to painter’s paper––without damaging the paint, leaving behind a clean and professional finish.
Who it's for: This course was designed for those considering a career in house painting or current workers in the trades wanting to learn about the key steps involved in creating a professional finish for an interior paint job.
Key Topics
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Painting a ceiling
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Painting finish
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Painting tools
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How to use a paint sprayer
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How to prime walls & ceiling
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How to prime trim
Tyler Grace
Residential Contractor
Your Instructor
Tyler Grace's father always warned his son to steer clear of the trades. But college internships with civil and commercial construction contractors made clear what he wanted to do. Shortly after graduating from Drexel University, where he met his designer wife, Rachel, Tyler started his own remodeling business, TRG Home Concepts, in Medford, New Jersey. Today, TRG specializes in detail-oriented renovations of older homes. Tyler believes these small projects afford him the time and budget necessary to deliver an uncompromising experience, from design to installation. He loves to work every day with his hands and hopes to do so indefinitely.
Common Questions
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What is MT Copeland?
MT Copeland helps you further your career in the building industry with expert-led online education that will make you a better, smarter tradesperson.
Our training courses give you a foundation in construction fundamentals and trade skills with real-world applications and best practices to help you grow on the job. -
What do courses include?
Online courses include professionally produced videos taught by leaders in the trades and supplementary learning material such as quizzes, assessments and downloadable materials to help you acquire new skills. Watch anywhere, always at your own pace. We keep lesson videos short so they’re easy to watch after work or on your lunch break. You can finish a course in one sitting, or space it out over a week or two.
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How does the 30-day guarantee work?
If you’re not happy with a course, let us know within 30 days for a full refund. Our goal is to provide maximum value for your career. If we haven’t delivered on that promise, let us know.
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Can you learn with MT Copeland outside of the u.s.?
Yes! You can take MT Copeland courses from anywhere in the world. Our courses are online, so if you have access to the Internet, you can watch our training videos. Courses are taught in English, with English captions and Spanish subtitles available.
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Where did the name MT Copeland come from?
MT Copeland was named after a legendary educator who promoted the idea that training in a specific trade paired with a knowledge of general business principles opens up a whole new world of career possibilities. We believe in the same powerful combination of skills and knowledge.