Checklist: Exterior Painting Preparation
Tackling an exterior paint project can be overwhelming. Hiring a service professional can eliminate the headaches associated with completing a home painting project on your own. If you do decide to tackle the project yourself, here is a checklist to help homeowners prepare.
- Decide on the type of paint.
- Figure out the square footage of the area being painted.
- Decide on the color paint and make sure it matches the style of your home.
- Buy appropriate amount of paint.
- Powerwash to clean the house before painting.
- Prep the exterior surface to be painted.
- Cover any windows or surfaces that are not to be painted.
- Cover the perimeter of the home with drop cloths.
- Apply a prime coat to raw wood.
-- Tips courtesy of HomeAdvisor.com