Painting exterior of the house

Painting the exterior of your house can be a daunting task. House siding can span hundreds of square feet, while trim seems to run on for miles. A shingled roof can also be painted or stained; another endless surface area. Picking out new exterior paint colors and exploring ideas can be a “fun” part of the project however.

Most homeowners will gladly shell out for exterior painting contractors, which saves plenty of work and time. But that doesn’t mean there won’t be touch-ups and other tasks between exterior paint jobs. Also, there many other places outside your home where exterior painting skills are needed; such as gates and fences, or cement surfaces like walkways and retaining walls.

Use the following articles to increase your knowledge on exterior house painting and how to keep your painting looking good. Find tips, techniques, and how-tos, all geared for the DIY exterior home painting specialist (that’s you!).