If you’re thinking about painting the exterior of your house in Kelowna this fall, there are a few things you need to know to make sure you are doing the job properly. Here are out tips on the perfect exterior paint job.

Pressure Washing

To ensure you have the best coverage when painting your homes exterior, you’ll want to remove all the dust, dirt, and grime with a pressure washer. The best way to pressure wash the exterior is to work your way down from the top in a smooth motion, and overlapping each spray by at least 8 inches.

Surface Repairs

Walk all the way around the outside of your home and take notes of any damages and repairs that need to take place. Use an epoxy filler to fill all the cracks or holes, and once that has dried you can sand it down with a medium-grit sanding block.

Get rid of loose paint

When doing your inspection make sure you make note of any loose or chipped paint around your home. Use a paint scraper or sand paper to remove the chipped or loose paint. Also make sure to put a blanket or towel down below you, so that you can catch all of the pieces that come off your house.

Caulking

Inspect the trim around windows and doors, and fill any gaps you find with exterior caulk. If your home has different exterior materials like brick or siding, make sure to caulk the surface where these different materials meet.

Covering stains

The exterior of your home can take a beating from years of exposure, so if you find any stains or wood knots, making sure to apply stain-blocking primer to the area with a paint brush.

Preparation

Before you begin painting, make sure to cover the doors, windows, lights, etc. using plastic sheets and painter’s tape.

Painting the exterior

Now that you’re ready to paint the house, let’s first check to see if you need a primer. If you’re panning on changing the color drastically then you may want to use a primer to ensure you have proper coverage. You won’t need to use a primer if you’re just refreshing the current color of your home. Now it’s time to start applying the paint. Load the paint into a sprayer and spray the exterior from top to bottom in smooth motions, and once again overlap by 8 inches. You may need to apply 2 coats depending on the intensity of the color you have chosen.

These are just a few of the many recommendations from house painters in Kelowna. For more information or to book a free consultation to have a professional paint your home, contact us today!