Inspect completed painting against the agreed scope and sample, with the painter present. The purpose is to record specific observations and resolve them before handover, using the room's normal lighting and the agreed finish as the reference.
Bring the specification
Keep the quote, approved colour, product and finish name to hand. If the job covered only certain walls or local repairs, mark those limits. A verbal expectation of “perfect walls” is less useful than an agreed sample and preparation scope.
Walk through the room together
- Check that the agreed surfaces and edges are covered.
- Look for missed areas, runs and inconsistent patches.
- Compare the finish with the approved sample.
- Check adjacent flooring, furniture and fittings for paint marks.
- Record unfinished items with a location and photograph.
Make a clear correction list
Write “visible patch beside the left window” rather than “bad painting”. Agree who will assess it, the proposed correction and when it can be checked again. Some appearance checks need the coating to reach the stage specified by its manufacturer.
Collect the care information
Record the paint name, colour code and remaining labelled material. Ask when to move items against the wall and when cleaning is permitted. The manufacturer's freshly painted surface care guidance distinguishes drying from curing before cleaning.
Read drying and curing times and keep any agreed follow-up in writing.
This general guide was prepared with AI assistance. Technical sources are linked in the text; the specific product instructions and an assessment of the property take precedence over general examples.
