Painting t 111 takes time but ensuring a proper coat of paint will make the siding last longer and reduce mold and mildew buildup in your home.
Painting wood siding roller.
I want to make you aware of a few alternatives before you start painting.
Brush or broom to clean up scrapings.
Pick up any heavy edges with the roller this usually happens at the edge of the fascia board.
If the bare wood has been exposed or there is a big difference.
Any special considerations will be on the product label.
Walls and ceilings the large roller is better for big surfaces.
These can be found at most hardware stores starting at.
Step 1 remove the dirt and loose paint from the face of the t 111 siding with the scraper.
Test the existing paint for lead.
Begin rolling the exterior paint from the top down with the soffits first.
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These painting tools are ideal for exterior siding concrete block shakes shingles and fences.
Read the manufactures application instructions before starting any painting.
Roll the soffits using long even strokes 4 6 feet.
Pad applicators are perfect for latex or oil base paints stains sealers or wallpaper paste.
They also work well on interior walls ceilings floors and doors.
Use a brush when painting old siding.
Rub the siding with a cloth to clean off any powdery paint pigment and mildew.
Scour each groove in the siding with the wire brush to remove loose paint and debris.
Ladder if applicable wire brush.
Paint trays or 5 gallon bucket with roller grid.
This is only necessary for homes built prior to the.
For this technique you ll need a helper.
Allow the paint to dry between coats usually three to four hours.
Use a roller on the boards applying one thin coat at a time.
Cover the nearby ground and vegetation with drop cloths.
It allows the paint to be worked into the siding s imperfections more effectively than a roller or spray.
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You can spray rather than roll the exterior primer and paint on the.
Decide which roller size to use depending on what you will be painting.
Pads produce a smooth paint finish without the spatter that rollers sometimes cause.
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Doors furniture and cabinets a 4 paint roller is ideal.
Apply paint as needed to the siding lip with a brush.
If using a roller a paint grid in your bucket can help load the right amount of paint onto your roller making for a more even paint job.
For textured surfaces like rough wood siding get the speed of a sprayer and the superior coverage of a brush with back brushing.
There are two basic sizes for paint roller frames large 9 long roller frames and a smaller 4 style.