What Would I Do?
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You apply paint, wallpaper, fabric and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces of buildings and other structures.
Your duties can include:
- read specifications to estimate the amount of paint/materials required
- prepare and clean surfaces by scraping, sanding, power washing and steam-cleaning
- remove old wallpaper and loose paint
- repair cracks and holes in walls, sandpaper and apply sealer
- mix and thin paint to get desired colour and texture
- apply paint or other materials using paint brushes, rollers or spray guns
- measure, cut and apply wallpaper or fabric to walls
- set up scaffolding and swing stages
- advise customers on colour selection, paint finishes and choice of wall coverings