Planning to paint your house? It’s always challenging to paint the exterior of your house than interiors. It makes the first impression of your house at the same time acts as a protective shield against odds like Extreme weather, sunlight, pollution, mildew, peeling etc. There is so much brainstorming needed to make your decision. Here are certain tips suggested by a premium Exterior Painting Company Basking Ridge in NJ:
Selecting the exterior paint
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When painting your outdoor, you have a wider surface to cover-wood, bricks, aluminum, old paints, cement etc. Each surface requires a certain type of paint. Exterior paints are of two type- solvent based and water based available in three lusters -flat, semi gloss, and gloss. As exterior paints contains more resins and pigments, it makes it more resistant to weathering and peel off. Latex paint is easier on application, quickly dries and minimizes mildews because they absorb air. It’s easily washable with soap and water. Alkyl based paints are durable and it has self cleaning property. It oxidizes or dries slowly, so every time when its rains, an iota of paint washes out with dirt. And your house keeps looking new every time. But it’s difficult to use as you need solvent to clean all equipment used. If you are not living in a rainy area, chalking paint is not too much recommended.
Point of differentiation
If you are living in a neighborhood, don’t choose extreme colors which can make you look the odd man out or even a copy cat. Choose colors ranging in between. Do the swatch test before deciding the full color of the house. Choosing a combination of 2 or 3 colors are always advisable. Minimum of two coats is required. If you have an ancient or old house the texture of its surface should be kept in mind. For a better result use black sand papers as they are long lasting than brown ones. Removing of rust, stains is equally important. Using anti rusting and termite solutions are must. Cover small shrubs, bushes, any garden accessory etc before painting.
Points to consider
As exterior paint takes time to get dry. Choose a warm sunny day to start your work. You have a larger and different type of surface to paint so you need to plan what comes next. Start from down to up, wider to narrow. . When your painting the exterior trims, doors or window pane, try using the same color which you have inside. If possible remove the storm windows, knobs etc before painting it. If there are holes or breakage in your exterior, it’s a good time to change them.
Lastly, consulting a professional help is advisable for carving an unique and grand look for your happy home.
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