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Repaint Siding

Refresh your home's color by applying a fresh coat of weather-resistant paint to exterior walls.

Pro Tips
Match paint type to siding.
Ideal conditions are 50-85 degrees fahrenheit, low humidity, avoid direct sunlight, and don't paint within 24 hours of rain.
Work in sections and one wall at a time.
Steps
1Look for peeling, cracking, or bubbling paint
2Look for rotten or damaged siding
3Look for gaps around trim, windows, and joints
4Do the necessary repairs
5Clean the surface (Look at guide for 'Wash Siding')
6Protect the surrounding plants and surfaces you are not wanting the paint on
7Apply primer to the siding and let dry
8Apply paint and let dry
9Inspect and touch up spots if needed
Products
Ladder
Caulk Gun
Painters Tape
Caulk
Razor Blade Scraper
Exterior Filler
Sandpaper
Exterior Paint
Paint Primer
Extension Pole
Painters Drop Cloth
Paint Roller Kit