It can't be that hard, right?

While this statement may usually be heard in some Southern city preceding a fairly adventurous and potentially dangerous event, it could also be a thought in the minds of any regular joe as he or she stares down the blank canvas of an interior wall. Really, painting can't be that hard, right? It's one of the first arts and crafts activities attempted by a child...whether with brush or fingers, getting rid of the white doesn't take much skill.

Or so I thought.

Allow me to share these valuable nuggets learned while painting our soon-to-be office. If you knew these things already, kudos to you! And please, don't rub it in!

1. Painting should be accomplished in a single day, if not two.

2. If painting can't be accomplished in a single day (or two), remove the painter's tape until you have ample time to start again.

3. If the painting process spanned several days...or a week...be prepared for the paint to peel off the wall when removing painter's tape.

4. Also be prepared for tiny slivers of tape to remain attached to baseboards or other molding.

5. Installing crown molding is a great way to hide peeled areas near the ceiling, as well as avoid a dreaded spot of color on the ceiling.

Moral of the story? Painter's tape is a tricky item...it won't stay put when you're lining the room, but it decides to become glue if left too long.

Oh, the humbling joys of home renovation!!