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While aluminum siding is durable and made to last many years, the paint around it can wear out more quickly. After about 20 or 30 years, the paint will fade out severely and the siding won’t look as good. However, that doesn’t mean you have to sink in a lot of money into stripping and replacing the siding. Instead, you can hire a painting professional to paint the outside of your home. The experts at W. Reardon's Painting in Lorain, OH, give further insight about aluminum siding painting.

Steps to Painting Aluminum Siding

Preparation

Aluminum siding painting takes some careful preparation and priming. The first step a painting contractor will take is to inspect the existing siding for any damage. If there are any dented sections, they will remove and replace them.

The next step is to remove mildew, dirt, bird droppings, and other debris from the siding with warm water and soap. A professional may choose to use a pressure washer to speed up the process.

Primer

aluminum siding paintingOnce the siding has dried for three to four days, the contractor will apply an oil-based primer to the siding with a synthetic polyester paintbrush. A primer creates a more even finish and helps the paint stick to the siding. The contractor will let the primer to cure for about four hours.

Painting

The last step the painting professional will take is applying acrylic exterior paint to the siding with a roller. They will begin painting at the top and work their way down. After giving the paint at least two hours to dry, they will add a second coat to help the finish last longer.

If your siding is due for a touch-up, hire a painting contractor for expert results. W. Reardon's Painting has been in business for more than 30 years and specializes in aluminum siding painting. They take pride in helping their clients improve the look of their properties and are always honest with their pricing. To schedule a consultation, call (440) 233-6852 or visit their website for more information about their residential painting services.

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