Pressure Washing Stained Siding

Pressure washing stained siding is all about removing dust and dirt, opening the woods pores and getting rid of the old burned up stain. This is the starting point for restaining a home with unpainted wood siding, soffits and trim. A pressure washer can be used on any type of

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Paint Scraping Safetly – Remove Loose or Peeling Paint

Removing ugly, peeling paint and loose caulking is the first step of many paint jobs. Paint scrapers will remove the majority of old finishes. The goal, especially after sanding, is a flat surface. You’ll need a scraper best-suited for the job and a drop cloth. You should also wear safety

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Interior and Exterior Paint Sanding Techniques

Most interior and exterior paint jobs require at least some sanding. By removing surface defects, such as paint runs, brush strokes, and hard edges (especially when paint has been scraped away) you’ll help your paint adhere better and create a more beautiful finish. Sanding is typically a multi-step process. Start

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Pressure Washing – A how-to guide to pressure washing.

Pressure washing, also called power washing, is the first step in preparing your homes exterior for painting. All exterior paints and coatings must have a clean surface to adhere to in order to last. Applying any primer or paint over dirt will lead to premature failure of the paint job.

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Using Exterior Paint Preparation Tools

Investing in top quality exterior paint preparation tools is one of the most important investments you can make as you participate in more projects. Professional quality tools not only save you time but save you considerable effort when compared to the cheaper alternative. Good tools help guarantee great painting projects.

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Preparing and Priming Different Exterior Substrates for Painting

Exterior walls come in many different materials. Preparing and priming each exterior surface correctly will achieve long-term protection for your home and drastically increase the service life of any paint job. Stucco Surfaces On stucco areas you want to thoroughly scrape off any loose paint and repair all cracks and

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Preparing for Exterior Painting: Must-Do Steps

Good surface preparation is essential for a lasting paint job. You can have all the right materials, but if you skip even the simplest of the common exterior paint preparation steps you will cut years off a good exterior paint job. All good paint jobs are a result of proper

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Tips for Sanding Wood

If you picture sandpaper as a sheet with mini-wood cutters glued to the surface, you begin to understand why it’s important to use sandpaper carefully. The following wood sanding tips will help you preserve the value of the wood you are working with. Using a block makes it easier to

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