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Painter

Peintre

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Prepares supports, repairs surfaces, protects areas, and applies decorative or protective finishes on walls, ceilings, wood, and metal.

01
MAIN MISSIONS

What does this professional do?

  • Protect the work area
  • Prepare and repair surfaces
  • Mix paint
  • Apply coats evenly
  • Inspect and clean the finish
02
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

What qualities are important?

Colour matchingSurface preparationDexterityAttention to detailClean work
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WORK ENVIRONMENT

Where can this job be done?

⌖ Interior room⌖ Facade⌖ Renovation site⌖ Workshop
SPEAK ON SITE

Useful sentences for this job

Read the English sentence aloud, then check the French meaning.

01The wall needs another coat.

Le mur a besoin d’une autre couche.

02Let the primer dry completely.

Laissez l’apprêt sécher complètement.

Display sections
Advantages 5 points
  • The result of the work is immediate and very visible.
  • The trade can be careful, creative, and varied.
  • Painters work in homes, offices, shops, and exterior projects.
  • The job includes preparation, finishing, and decorative techniques.
  • Good finishing quality is always valued by clients.
Disadvantages 5 points
  • Preparation can take longer than the actual painting.
  • Dust, odors, and repeated arm movements can be tiring.
  • Poor finishing details are easy to notice.
  • Some jobs involve ladders, ceilings, or awkward positions.
  • Drying times and surface conditions can delay the schedule.
Tools Main tools used in this job 8 items

Each card shows the English term, the French term, and one visual reference to help students recognize the item more easily.

Roller

Paint roller

Rouleau a peinture

Covers large wall and ceiling surfaces quickly and evenly.

Brush

Angled brush

Pinceau a rechampir

Paints edges, corners, and detailed zones more precisely.

Knife

Filling knife

Couteau a enduire

Applies filler and smooths small defects before painting.

Sander

Sanding pole

Perche a poncer

Sands walls and ceilings more comfortably at height.

Masking

Masking machine

Derouleur de masquage

Helps protect skirting boards, windows, and other surfaces.

Tray

Paint tray

Bac a peinture

Holds paint and removes excess paint from the roller.

Sprayer

Airless sprayer

Pistolet airless

Applies paint quickly on large or repetitive surfaces.

Gun

Caulking gun

Pistolet a mastic

Applies acrylic or sealant along joints and cracks before finishing.

Materials Main materials used in this job 10 items

Materials are shown with the same bilingual format so the learner can connect the right object, name, and usage.

Primer

Primer

Sous-couche / primaire

Prepares the support and improves paint adhesion.

Acrylic paint

Acrylic wall paint

Peinture acrylique murale

Water-based paint commonly used inside homes and schools.

Oil paint

Oil-based paint

Peinture glycero

Durable paint often used on wood or metal details.

Photo: zigazou76 · CC BY

Undercoat

Undercoat

Couche d impression

Intermediate layer that regularizes the support before finishing paint.

Filler

Filler

Enduit de rebouchage

Repairs holes, cracks, and imperfections before painting.

Photo: Georgia National Guard · CC BY

Plaster

Plaster

Platre

Smooths or repairs some damaged wall surfaces.

Photo: Colin Brown · CC BY

Varnish

Varnish

Vernis

Protects wood while keeping the natural grain visible.

Stain

Wood stain

Lasure

Colors and protects some wooden elements.

Film

Masking film

Film de masquage

Protects floors, windows, or furniture during the job.

Photo: Numinosity by Gary J Wood · CC BY-SA

Sandpaper

Sandpaper

Papier abrasif

Abrasive material used to smooth supports before finishing.