Your Interior Painting Checklist for the Holidays
As the leaves settle in Lewis County and the mornings turn crisp, the holidays begin to take shape almost overnight. The pumpkins are barely put away when Christmas lists come out and family starts planning their visits. Houses in Centralia and Chehalis begin to feel a little busier. A little more alive.
And then it hits.
There are only forty one days until Christmas.
That is enough time to transform your home.
But only if you start now.
Whether you want to impress guests, refresh the spaces you spend the most time in, or simply make your home feel warm and new again, a little planning goes a long way. This simple checklist is built from the same process we use every day inside homes across Lewis County.
Use it to guide your own project. Or use it to see what it feels like when professionals handle every detail for you.
Clear the Space So the Transformation Can Begin 🧺
The first step is the one that instantly changes how a room feels.
Move furniture away from the walls.
Take down the photos and artwork.
Clear shelves and small surfaces.
Suddenly the room feels open and full of possibility.
This one step alone helps you see what your home could look like by the time the holidays arrive.
Protect What Matters and Make Room to Work 🧹
Before paint ever touches a wall, the room needs to be protected.
In most holiday projects, that means using drop cloths across the working areas. For larger or more demanding spaces, we may use heavier coverings, but typically drop cloths keep everything clean and safe. We make sure surfaces are protected, floors are covered, and the room is treated with care.
This step brings an immediate sense of relief.
You can feel the shift from chaos to order.
From uncertainty to control.
Fix the Little Things That Make a Big Impression 🔧
The small imperfections are often the first things guests notice.
A nail hole here.
A tiny dent there.
A few uneven spots from old artwork.
Touching up these details makes a remarkable difference in how fresh and intentional a room feels. It is the kind of work that quietly elevates everything without calling attention to itself.
During the holidays, when people gather and move through the house, these small improvements create a feeling of care.
Choose the Right Color for Holiday Light ✨
Winter light in Lewis County is softer and lower than summertime sun.
Colors behave differently under holiday lights, Christmas trees, candles, and warm lamps.
This is the moment to think about how your home feels.
Warm tones glow beautifully in evening gatherings.
Neutral colors make rooms feel peaceful and calm.
Clean, updated walls make holiday decorations stand out like never before.
And when the painting is done, there is even a way to make the room smell as good as it looks. We will get to that part soon.
Apply the Paint That Makes the Whole House Feel New Again 🎨
This is the moment everything starts to change.
The first coat goes on and the room shifts.
Color fills the space and it feels clean, bright, and alive.
You can feel the holidays coming.
You can imagine guests walking in and noticing the difference immediately.
This is the heart of the transformation.
The Final Reset: Cleanup, Touchups, and the Holiday Reveal ✨
Once the painting is complete, the room comes back together.
Furniture is placed where it belongs.
Surfaces are wiped down.
The tools are gone.
The space feels intentional again.
You stand in the doorway and feel the moment.
The room looks new.
It smells fresh.
It feels warm and ready for the season.
This is where the holiday magic begins.
Why Acting Now Truly Matters 🎁
Here is the truth.
You could follow this checklist on your own.
But with only forty one days until Christmas, most homeowners do not want the stress.
Every year, as the season picks up, families across Lewis County realize they want their homes updated before the guests arrive. That is exactly why we created something special this year.
Starting today, November first, we are opening our Holiday Refresh Bundle for homeowners who want their interiors transformed before Christmas.
We only take on a very small number of pre holiday projects, and once the schedule is full, there is no way to add more. This is simply the reality of the season.
The Holiday Refresh Bundle was built for people who want their home to feel amazing this year.
People who want each room to look beautiful under holiday lights.
People who want their home to smell clean and fresh when family walks through the door.
People who want a professional team handling all the prep, painting, and cleanup without any stress.
Every home in the Holiday Refresh Bundle receives a scent additive that lasts two to four months. The room will smell clean and inviting throughout the season. Your guests will notice.
We also include a full end to end cleanup so your home feels move in ready again.
No mess. No stress. Just a room that feels brand new.
And for homeowners who book inside the Holiday Refresh Bundle, we are offering priority scheduling for your next project in the new year.
Your home is going to look incredible.
It will smell fresh.
It will feel warm and welcoming all season long.
Conclusion
The holidays move quickly, and they always arrive sooner than expected. But with the right timing and the right team, getting your home ready can feel simple.
At Gullard Painting, we handle everything so you can enjoy the season in a home that feels clean, fresh, and full of holiday warmth.
Imagine walking into your living room on Christmas morning.
The lights are glowing.
The walls look new.
The whole house smells clean and inviting.
That feeling is closer than you think.