How do you paint a wall around a window?

To paint a wall around a window, you must prepare the trim, prime it, and then carefully paint around it.

Preparing the Window Area for Painting

Before you begin painting the wall around a window, proper preparation is key to a professional finish.

Start by cleaning the window trim and surrounding wall. This removes any dirt or grime that can interfere with paint adhesion.

Use painter's tape to carefully mask off the window glass and any trim that you don't want to paint. This is crucial for creating crisp, clean lines.

If you are painting the window frame and grills as well, apply a primer best suited to the materials, as mentioned in the reference video [Part of a video titled How To Paint Window Trim | Benjamin Moore - YouTube](). Allow the primer to dry completely.

Now that the prep work is complete, you can move on to painting the wall around the window.

Use a small brush to "cut in" paint around the edges of the window trim and at the wall edges. This method creates a defined line where the main painting begins.

Use a roller to paint the larger areas of the wall. When painting around the window trim, do not apply too much paint as it can seep under the tape, so try to keep your strokes smooth and steady.

Once the paint is slightly dry, but not fully cured, carefully remove the painter's tape. This helps prevent peeling or chipping the newly painted wall.

Step	Action
1. Preparation	Clean the window trim and the surrounding wall
2. Masking	Apply painter's tape to the window glass and any trim you wish to protect
3. Priming	Apply primer to the trim, window frame, and grills (if painting those as well).
4. Cutting In	Use a small brush to paint along the edges of the window and trim
5. Wall Painting	Use a roller to paint the rest of the wall carefully
6. Removing Tape	Once the paint is slightly dry, remove the painter's tape

By following these steps, you will achieve a professionally painted wall around your window.