Exterior Painting And The Processes Involved
The process of exterior painting is complicated and complex one in that themes are used.The fact that one theme is involved in the process of exterior painting make it a complex and complicated exercise. The themes used are a combination of more than one color. Interior painting is assumed to be easier than exterior painting in nature. This might be true or false depending on the contractor involved. Some steps are followed in the activity of applying paint on the outside part of a building.
To begin with, the molds, dust, and mildew is cleaned out of the external part of the building to paint. The external building is the closest to the outside world thus gets all the unwanted natural matter. The first task before the real work begins is to get rid of the accumulated dirt and mold. Due to the wetness found outside, the increase of mold is aggravated on the walls of the building. This step is important in ensuring a smooth and clean exterior.
The building might have been painted earlier. It is important to get rid of the old paint by scrubbing it and using the pressure washing technique to clean. After scrubbing, water in high pressure is applied against the wall to completely clean it. The process ensures that some water gets on the walls. After pressure washing, the walls should be left for some time to dry for actual exterior painting.
The external part of the building is prone to cracks and spots, It is important to consider sealing and repairing those holes and cracks before applying the paint. The spaces may act as pass away for water and other spills causing more trouble. The process of sealing this joints is important for the new paint and its quality.
Painting and staining comes as the main part of the whole process. It requires color consulting and decision-making on the color to use. The decision made on the color is proceeded by the actual painting by the contractor. Not all the parts may require being painted. The best thing to apply in those parts is the paint.
The last step is the application of weather protection coating The layer acts as a guard to the painting against the weather. Weather protection coating is also applied in place where stain was applied.
The whole coating and painting is left to dry after which the outlook of the property is revealed. Consider looking for services of an experienced contractor. Before everything, have the estimated cost of the whole activity of painting. On top of everything; ensure you follow the steps mentioned above to the last.
