Monday, March 8, 2010
10:49 AM
Tackling an exterior paint job needs a great deal of planning and close study of weather conditions for an end result that will be both attractive and long lasting. The worst conditions are extreme heat and cold. The weather could be the deciding factor that can make or break the outcome of your exterior paint job. It goes without saying that it is vital to check the local weather forecast as part of your pre-painting preparation for an exterior paint session. The ideal conditions for such a venture are a day with mild temperatures, low humidity and little or no wind.
Elements such as the sun, rain, snow and wind all take a toll on the exterior facade of a house leading to considerable wear and tear. Exposure to UV rays cause exterior paint to fade, chalk and lose its original glow. Also, temperature variation results in expansion and contraction of the surface resulting in cracking of paint.
Surface preparation
For professional results, it is essential to prepare the exterior surface beforehand by thoroughly cleaning the surfaces preferably with a bleach solution or a pressure washer to remove dirt, mold and mildew. Proper preparation also includes scraping as much old paint as possible and repairing chips, cracks, splinters, etc. Let the surface dry out completely. Using an appropriate primer is equally important.
After painting, the surface should have enough time to dry out before the evening dew sets in. If the surface paint has not thoroughly dried out, the paint tends to fade fast, resulting in loss of gloss and appearance. Hence painting should ideally begin early in the day to be concluded early enough. The general practice is to paint the exteriors in the shade since exposure to the sun and wind can cause paint to dry rapidly leading to an uneven texture with marks and blisters.
Talk to a color professional at Custom Painting today at 416-618-0400 for all your exterior home painting needs.
Elements such as the sun, rain, snow and wind all take a toll on the exterior facade of a house leading to considerable wear and tear. Exposure to UV rays cause exterior paint to fade, chalk and lose its original glow. Also, temperature variation results in expansion and contraction of the surface resulting in cracking of paint.
Surface preparation
For professional results, it is essential to prepare the exterior surface beforehand by thoroughly cleaning the surfaces preferably with a bleach solution or a pressure washer to remove dirt, mold and mildew. Proper preparation also includes scraping as much old paint as possible and repairing chips, cracks, splinters, etc. Let the surface dry out completely. Using an appropriate primer is equally important.
After painting, the surface should have enough time to dry out before the evening dew sets in. If the surface paint has not thoroughly dried out, the paint tends to fade fast, resulting in loss of gloss and appearance. Hence painting should ideally begin early in the day to be concluded early enough. The general practice is to paint the exteriors in the shade since exposure to the sun and wind can cause paint to dry rapidly leading to an uneven texture with marks and blisters.
Talk to a color professional at Custom Painting today at 416-618-0400 for all your exterior home painting needs.
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