Painting Rough Wood Siding

It is not all about protection.

Painting rough wood siding.

Adjust the pressure on the power washer to light and gently knock off any dirt or debris that may be attached to the surface of the wood siding. Unfinished siding exposed to several weeks of sunlight before painting needs to be sanded. It is possible though to find and apply an exterior primer and paint that can stand up to all the conditions that nature can dish out and stay on rough cut lumber which is constantly moving splitting and warping. Before weathered wood can be painted it will require extensive prep work to ensure that the paint stays on for more than just a couple of years.

Sunlight degrades the unfinished wood surface thus it will never hold paint as well as fresh wood. Use a stiff bristled brushed to scrub away anything that may resist coming off. I ve used xim peel bond with great success. Applying a fresh coat of paint every few years will keep your home looking beautiful.

The water soap and scrubbing will remove a majority of any loose paint. Power wash the siding. Prepare the surface with old buildings such as my 130 year old barn water blasting the loose paint is not a recommended practice. A brush is better at getting into corners but a roller is better at pushing paint into the rough surface of the wood.

Knowing how to properly prepare and paint your wood siding will make the process go smoothly. However painting newly installed rough cut lumber can present a challenge because of its jagged and splintered surfaces. For many owners painted cedar siding is a particular style. A cold water pressure washer can be used for large areas of siding.

The fastest way to complete the job is to use a brush to cut in or paint. If the unfinished wood was exposed more than 3 to 4 weeks lightly sand the surface to remove the thin layer of degraded wood before applying paint. Because of its finish painting t1 11 siding is rather tricky. Use a roller for large areas and a brush to get into grooves and tight spots.

Rollers can be used to paint large flat surfaces in much less time than it would take using a paintbrush. Your choice of roller cover depends on the type of paint latex or oil and the surface you re painting smooth rough or textured. Apply two coats of exterior acrylic paint. It will also begin removing grime that has accumulated in the rough surface of the wall.

In many markets like new england for example painted siding is the preferred look. Prime the siding with a heavy acrylic primer.