How To Prep And Paint Exterior Wood Trim

Preparing Exterior Trim for Painting Step-by-Step Start by scrubbing off all dirt and chalking paint with a scrub brush and a solution of trisodium phosphate TSP.

How to prep and paint exterior wood trim. Remove rotted wood using the scraper. Allow the primer to dry for about 2 hours. Inspect the wood for dry rot which may be darker brown and crumbly or spongy in texture.

Paint the trim with the top coat. Another key step preparing trim for paint is priming. Last thing to do is remove any door furniture handles trim that sort of thing that you dont want painted or tape them up.

After all its important because all of the different features you choose for the exterior. Continue until all side edges of the trim are complete. Use the high pressure carefully especially around windows.

If youre working on an unpainted surface you can give it a quick prep. Make sure that the wood filler extends slightly beyond the perimeter of the damaged area This excess wood filler will later be sanded away. Fill the holes with wood filler.

High-pressure water can break the glass. Apply Wood Filler Apply wood filler to a putty knife and spread a thin layer of filler across the damaged area. Avoid directing water up under the laps and keep the nozzle at least 16 in.

Rinse thoroughly with a vinegarwater solution and let the trim dry. Reload the brush when necessary and maintain a wet edge. And make sure to avoid these missteps.