What is the Proper Preparation for Exterior Painting?
The outside of your home endures a lot more wear and tear than the inside. Between weather and natural elements like dirt, dust, and grime, the outer walls have layers of build up on them, layers that need to be cleared before painting can begin. The last thing you want is for those layers to just be painted over. This is the point power washing comes into play. Power washing is the most effective, expansive way to clean the exterior completely. You need to have your exterior examined, which will be done by your painting contractor and his estimator. You may need work you were not even aware of. There may be rotted wood that needs to be replaced – and this cannot be ignored. Rotted wood endangers the entire structure of the house, there could be much further damage if it is left unattended. There is also no point in painting over it, because it will eventually have to be replaced in the near future anyway, and this will then mean having to get that area painted yet again. Preparation f
