Do it in order

Project Sequencer

Pick your renovation jobs. Get the order, the cure times and a calendar.

Jobs in this project

  1. 1. Hang and finish drywall

    Mon, Nov 9 to Fri, Nov 13

    Let the final coat of mud dry, about 24 hours, before sanding and priming. Next job from Sun, Nov 15.

  2. 2. Prime and paint

    Sun, Nov 15 to Tue, Nov 17

    Let paint dry before trim or tape goes against it. Next job from Thu, Nov 19.

  3. 3. Finish flooring

    Thu, Nov 19 to Sat, Nov 21

    Keep heavy furniture off until adhesive or finish has set. Next job from Mon, Nov 23.

  4. 4. Doors and trim

    Mon, Nov 23 to Tue, Nov 24

Typical minimums, one job at a time. Follow product labels and allow more time in cold or damp weather. Check with your building department which inspections apply.

How it works

  1. Pick your jobs. Tick every job in the renovation.
  2. Set a start date. Choose when work begins.
  3. Follow the calendar. Get the order, the cure and dry times between jobs and a calendar file.

Questions

Why does paint come before flooring?

Drips land on old floor or drop cloths instead of the new one. The exception is site-finished hardwood, where sanding dust means a last paint coat comes after.

Are the cure times exact?

They are typical minimums. Follow the product label, and allow more in cold or damp conditions.

Do I need inspections?

Rough electrical, plumbing and framing work often needs one before walls close. Check with your building department.

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