(BPT) - A high-quality paint job for indoor or outdoor projects doesn't happen by accident. Investing time to find the right tools and paint, as well as applying the right techniques, goes a long way in achieving a polished, long-lasting result that takes the least amount of time.

Whether you're a professional painter or a homeowner who is ready to take on your next project, Purdy^® is here to help make your paint job a better paint job. Since 1925, Purdy has crafted a wide range of high-quality painting tools for Pros and DIYers alike. What started with one good brush 100 years ago has evolved into the #1 brand preferred by Pros.*

To celebrate a century of painting excellence, Purdy offers its top three tips that can help you save time and deliver Pro-level results.

1. Prepare the surface before painting

Before you begin painting, prep the surface by repairing any holes, sanding rough surfaces and cleaning away dust to ensure a perfect finish. These measures can save you time down the road by improving paint adhesion and preventing the need for time-wasting repaints.

To save on prep time, use a multi-tool that is designed to remove nails, clean cracks and spread compound - all in one - to create a smooth surface before laying paint.

2. Select the right tools for the job

The next step is to select the right tools for the job. Using the right paint applicator is key to a professional-looking finish. From brush bristle and filament types to roller cover material and nap sizes, each applicator is designed for specific paint types, surfaces and project needs.

Additionally, the right tools can help simplify your painting project and ensure a smooth finish the first time without time-consuming touch ups. When painting walls, ceilings and other tall surfaces, use an extension pole like the Purdy POLE+. Designed for maximum performance, it features a secure pin-lock every 3 inches, providing twice the adjustability when compared to the Wooster^® Sherlock^® GT^® Pole. This pin-locking mechanism also ensures stability to prevent slippage and increase reliability.

3. Focus on efficiency

Efficiency is not just about moving quickly. Efficiency requires a painter to balance time and quality with tools built with productivity in mind.

The Purdy Altitude™ Roller Cover, for example, is made of a microfiber and polyester blended fabric that delivers an ultrasmooth, uniform application and superb hide, allowing painters to complete jobs fast. When compared to the Purdy WhiteDove™ Roller Cover, the Altitude produces a superior smooth finish with 50% more coverage when used with premium paints.

Similarly, the Purdy Pro-Extra^® High-Capacity Brush is built to increase productivity, with a patented design that holds 40% more paint compared to the Purdy Pro-Extra^® Glide™ Brush, when used with premium paints. This brush helps Pros finish jobs fast by reducing trips to the paint bucket.

Whether you're a Pro or a DIY homeowner, these three expert tips can help you save time on painting so you or your clients can enjoy the final product. To learn more tips, find professional-grade products and celebrate a century of making tools that work as hard as you do, visit Purdy.com.

*2024 inPAINT Magazine Brand Preference Survey, Brush and Roller Categories. May/June Issue.