How To Paint Outside Wood Siding

Paint from side to side to stay in the direction of the wood grain.

How to paint outside wood siding.

If it has scrape it out clean it let the area dry then re caulk it. When using a paint sprayer keep in mind that paint will come out immediately as soon as you pull the sprayer s trigger. Before picking up a paint brush or roller few important steps to take in preparation when painting over aged paint on wood to last the longest. Pour thoroughly mixed paint into a bucket.

Use a roller on the boards applying one thin coat at a time. The first application of primer was absorbed immediately into the wood but the second application of primer did a fantastic job of covering the weathered siding. Sand areas you ve repaired and that don t have paint on it as well as the areas around them. Use a long handled scrubber brush and a mild detergent to gently scrub away accumulated dirt grime mold and other residue.

Allow the paint to dry between coats usually three to four hours. Then paint with 2 coats of a preferably premium quality paint for wood exteriors. To darken a paint color add black paint to darker colors and gray paint to lighter colors. The two applications of primer were followed with two coats of high quality exterior latex paint for a clean smooth finish.

Many hardware and home improvement stores offer paint mixing services. To lighten a paint color add white paint as needed until the desired color is reached. When you re satisfied with the wood s appearance rinse the exterior from top to bottom with a garden hose. Ideally about 8 to 12 inches away.

Paint the siding with the desired color working from the top down. Caulk does fail eventually so this is the perfect time to check. Clean up any paint drips as quickly as possible. Give the surface a full day to dry before moving on.

If the bare wood has been exposed or there is a big difference. In order to have excellent results you should place your hand with the sprayer at the appropriate distance away from the wood.