Windows must be painted on all sides to prevent unfinished areas from showing through the "glass". It's best to paint them before installation and allow enough drying time. This preparation makes the installation process much smoother. Below are some helpful tips for painting multiple window parts at once.
Start by laying out a piece of parchment paper. Keep a cup of water and a damp towel nearby. Squeeze the paint into a dish, using separate dishes for different colors. After preparing the wood, organize the pieces by type, such as grouping all trim together and all sills separately, while keeping interior and exterior parts apart. Choose a color for each type of piece. For example, if you want green window sills, paint all the sills consecutively. Work on one side and section at a time, placing each piece on the parchment paper to dry before starting on the next one. Continue this process until all pieces are painted.
This method helps you stay efficient and reduces the chance of paint defects while ensuring you don’t accidentally paint a piece the wrong color. Today, I finished painting all the tower windows, attic windows, and doors. I used different color schemes for the kitchen and front doors.
Instead of hinges, I will be gluing the doors in place. The knobs will be added later since I’m using gold jewelry beads. If you’re using real miniature knobs, make sure to attach them before installing the doors, as they need to be tapped in place. The trims will be painted white.
Once everything is dry, bag all the pieces to prevent loss or mix-ups. The colors will help you remember which piece is which, so label the bags accordingly.
