oo. At a low cost of materials and tools and tools, you’ll save thousands dollars, extend the life of your siding, reduce the cost of your house. Here are some tips on painting the exterior of your home.

It is recommended to purchase at the very least two high-quality synthetic-bristle brushes to use for applying the latex paint: one 4-in. straight-bristled sash brush for big area and a 1 1/2-in. angle sash brush to do detail work. The brush must be filled by about 2 inches of dipping. of the bristles into the paint. In order to remove any paint, slap the brush against the sides of your can. Make use of a bucket of paint with 2 to three inches in size. Paint a bucket with 2 or 3 inches of paint instead of the entire container. Avoid painting in direct sunlight. The heat dries the paint faster, making it almost impossible to prevent lap marks. It can even cause blistering and peeling. Avoid painting on very windy days. Wind causes paint to dry quickly and may blow dust into wet paint. While working, pay attention to the edges and corners which are likely to become brittle and run. Clean any paint that’s not dry completely. 95r5swpeu8.