exterior painting
As the springtime weather shifts from messy to mild, every homeowner’s attention turns to the out-of-doors.
painting
It’s time to clean things up, tend to the garden, and make needed repairs to both the home and its surroundings Where to start?
If your exterior paint is starting to chips and peel, it’s best to focus on that first.
“Spring is a very comfortable time to do outdoor painting,” says Debbie Zimmer, pain and color expert for the Paint Quality Institute. Plus, it’s smart to paint before putting down mulch, which along with your plants, will just get trampled if you paint later on. And why not get your painting done before more pleasant ‘distractions’ like gardening, sports, and barbecues begin?”
Another reason to get to your painting first: Exterior latex paint forms the most durable, protective finish when the weather is mild. “It’s always best to do exterior painting when the temperature is above 50 degrees F., but not too hot,” says Zimmer.
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