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In order to achieve professional results you need to envision the exterior painting involving many steps or procedures. Each painting step will progress from one to another in a rational manner.

Every exterior paint job begins with an evaluation of the condition of the homes various surfaces and what is needed to produce the best foundation for the finish paint.

Don’t rush, taking your time now and doing things right will add years to the life of the exterior paint job.

After the preparation is done and application methods for your particular project. Unfortunately there isn’t an easy answer to either of these concerns. Each house is different to some degree and requires its own decisions.

The most common stained wood siding and trim is cedar and redwood. In order to receive the maximum durability from any exterior stain, the surface must be porous to allow maximum penetration. Removing the previous stain might be necessary. As with painting, properly preparing a stained house is an absolute necessity.

Applying exterior stain to siding and trim is very similar to painting except the stain is thinner and a bit more difficult to control. The type and color of stain will influence its application. Some experimentation will be necessary.

 

The most common exterior painting methods are brushing and rolling or spraying. Both work extremely well and are suitable for most surfaces. Your own skill level and the particular situation will dictate which method is right for you.

Another common variety of wood siding is T-111. This type of siding is very difficult to keep painted due to the enormous amount of cracks in the plywood. Painting T-111 siding requires a lot of work and paint. If you have this type of siding and it is stained consider not painting. Restaining T-111 siding is a good alternative to paint.

Masonite is another material that is very common and being used more and more every year. This is an artificial material that can be smooth or embossed, wood grained. Masonite is a very stable type of siding and not prone to warping and splitting like wood. But painting Masonite siding requires back rolling or risk possible damage from water in the near future.

Vinyl and steel siding can be painted if a new color is desired or is the original color has degraded over the years. There are a few things to think about. Overall painting steel siding is the same as painting other types of siding. Painting vinyl siding and trim will require some extra steps plus you have other options instead of painting. Vinyl siding can be revitalized, bringing back the original color.

 

Painting Exterior Trim

 

The most satisfying part of exterior painting is putting the finishing touches on the trim. This draws the entire house together.

The parts that I consider trim are fascia boards, gutters, vertical and horizontal pieces of wood forming bands, corner boards and door frames. Soffits can also be included if this is the look you like. Most of the time soffits are painted at the same time and the same color as the body.

Types of materials most often used for exterior trim are wood, Masonite and exterior grade MDF. Even vinyl and steel can be used as a decorative cover over other materials. All are paintable with the proper preparation and primer.

 

 

Painting and Staining Exterior Windows and Doors

 

 

Wood windows and doors often need some TLC. These items are constantly on the move and usually will require refinishing before the siding. It is very hard to have lasting results with old windows and doors, but it is possible.

 

Window and door construction can consist of wood, exterior grade MDF, steel or fiberglass. All of these materials can be painted. Wood and fiberglass can also be stained.

 

New Construction

 

If you are building a new home, consider spending extra money on the exterior paint job. Often builders and customers try to save a few dollars from all of the trades. This is unfortunate especially with the exterior painting.

You will have only one chance to have the exterior painting done right. If done incorrectly it will cost you much more down the road. From the first day, the paint job is protecting your house. This protection is based on the foundation provided by the primer and caulk. If these items are inferior or missing the paint job will never be right, no matter how much you pay in the future. Each application of paint will be laid on top of this faulty foundation.

This takes its toll on your homes ability to protect and insulate, and tends to lead to higher maintenance costs in the future. If you have to make a choice, at least budget enough money for the exterior painting and have it done right from primer to finish.