If you’re ambitious enough and have some experience, you may be considering undertaking some home painting projects on your own rather than hiring a professional painter. There are some things that you may want to review before starting however. First off, the prep time is probably going to be 90% of the job but it will make all the difference in giving you a nice surface to paint on and great results. The second consideration is buying quality paint and tools for the job. Finally, you need to ensure your safety.