Exterior painting is a great way to give your house a fresh look. A superior exterior paint job can last up to 10 years, and to get the best results, a painting contractor follows several steps to prepare your home’s exterior for the painting process. Here, the experts at Niemann Painting in Andover, MN, share with you how they prep homes for painting.

Quick Guide to Preparing a Home for Exterior Painting

Pre-Work

Before painting, the painters will remove shutters, and any wall-mounted fixtures. Removing these items makes it easier for the painters to get behind some of these hard-to-reach places. If the doors and shutters are being painted, they’ll need to be painted separately, so removing them makes it easier to paint them.

Cleaning

Your painters will clean the exterior of the home with a pressure washer. Cleaning is essential to proper paint adhesion. Next, they will scrape any peeling paint and allow it to dry for at least 24-hours. 

Priming

For the best results, the painter will caulk any seams and fill voids with caulk. This will give the paint a smooth, finished look. Next, they will apply a primer to the house. The primer seals the home’s surface and provides a barrier between the house and the elements. Priming also provides a solid foundation for the paint to stick.

Preparing your home for exterior painting is key to a successful paint job. The steps your painter takes will help ensure that your home’s new paint has a crisp and finished look that will last for years to come. If you are looking for an experienced exterior paint contractor, turn to Niemann Painting. They have over 29 years of experience using the highest quality paint and state-of-the-art techniques to deliver stunning exterior painting jobs that will make your home the envy of the neighborhood. Call them at (612) 308-5809. You can also visit their website for more information.