What You Can Learn from Exterior House Painters
Posted on August 27, 2019
The exterior house painters at CertaPro Painters® of Calgary & Central Alberta have the experience you need for a flawless painting service. When you invest in routine painting and maintenance services, you can ensure that your home’s exterior will hold up against the elements of nature. A few fresh coats of paint will instantly increase your curb appeal as well. Continue reading below for a few of our professional tips for exterior painting projects.
Tips from Exterior House Painters
Tip #1: Choose the Right Roller
Each roller has a different nap. You will notice at the home improvement store there will be a large, medium and small nap. The larger nap is best for rough surfaces because it makes it easier to get into the crevices of rough surfaces. The medium nap rollers are better for medium to smooth surfaces. The smaller nap is best for smooth surfaces.
Choosing the correct nap for the paint job is highly important in producing smooth, even results.
Tip #2: Get Enough Paint
The worst thing you could do during a painting job is to stop midway because you run out of paint. What happens is the paint you’ve already put on the wall will dry and then when you start painting again, you will likely see streaks. When you have enough paint to begin with, you can continue to paint while it’s all wet, reducing the chances of streaking.
Tip #3: Use the Right Paint
You have many choice when it comes to paint:
- Latex Paint
- Oil-Based Paint
- Flat/Matte Finish
- Semi-Gloss Finish
- Glossy Finish
- Satin Finish
Just choosing any paint that says “exterior” on it may not produce the results you desire. It’s important to research these different types of paints and then choose the one that will deliver the functionality and appearance you desire. This is another reason we recommend working with local professionals on your next exterior project. Our team can select the best paint products for your unique painting service.
Tip #4: Always Prepare the Area First
Don’t just start painting. It’s important to peel or scrape old paint off your exterior surfaces. You may need to fill holes and sand as well. Be sure the surface is smooth and free from imperfections before starting to paint. This will give you the flawless finish you want for the exterior of your home.
Contact Professional Painters in Calgary to Schedule Your Next Painting Service
This is just the beginning when it comes to painting the exterior of your home. As you can see, there’s a lot that goes into painting and to get the best results possible, it really is important to leave the painting to the professionals.
CertaPro Painters of Calgary & Central Alberta even offers free in-home estimates. Call us now at 403-220-1515 or click here to choose a day and time for an estimate.
