From the ArcaMax Publishing, Home and Consumer Newsletter:
http://www.arcamax.com/news/home/s-570088-391911
Few home improvement initiatives can be as treasured an investment as
a fresh coat of paint. Painting your home not only improves its
inherent charm and beauty but also its resale value.
For the most superior output, it is important to make the right
preparation. Some of the general steps to surface preparation prior to
painting are:
1. Replacing/repairing any damaged surface: this is applicable to all
surfaces including wood, metal, masonry and stucco.
2. Cleaning the surface thoroughly: rent a pressure washer for a
cleaner surface and ensure that the surface to be painted is
thoroughly dried.
3. Use of quality sandpaper: this ensures removal of any chipped,
cracked or blistered paint. Besides, patch up any nail or screw holes
for a smooth finish.
4. Corners and seams should be caulked before beginning the painting
process. A good advice is to apply caulking to any place where one
material meets a different material except where siding or shingles
overlap between the shingles.
5. Effort should be invested on avoiding stains from any possible
zone. This applies even to primers and hence stain blocking primers to
cover deep stains should be used. This is especially helpful for
mildewed areas.
6. Sanding the surface is very important for the paint to stick
properly. A roughened surface without a speck of dust and grains
ensures that the paint will adhere best to it.
7. Before embarking on the painting task, check that all objects/light
fixtures within the room are nicely covered.
8. Your window screens too need attention when you want to give your
room a fresh coat of paint. Paint stains are very tough on window
screens and hence it is best to remove them.
9. Quality primers are a must and should be applied to all surfaces
before painting. Besides, you should also remember that primers vary
with different surfaces and should be chosen accordingly.
10. Follow a step by step process. Once a coat of primer is applied,
let it dry. Then apply at least 2 coats of quality exterior paint.
Allow each coat of paint to dry completely before venturing to
reapply.
11. Once the final coat is dry, you can take your time to admire your
efforts. However, it is best if you leave the painting job to painting
contractors as they are professionally skilled to execute the job in
the way you imagine.
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