Spray and back-roll
7 published entries.
Entry001
Preparing and Repainting Cedar Siding
An inspection-led guide to cedar siding and shakes: diagnosing peeling, agreeing repairs, cleaning and removing failed coating, confirming dryness, priming, spraying an exterior acrylic finish, and inspecting the result.
Entry002
Preparing and Painting New Drywall
A good new-drywall paint job begins before the primer goes on. Identify the finish, inspect the entire job, and resolve the preparation work. Then keep inspecting as each stage is completed.
Entry003
Repainting Previously Painted Interior Walls
An interior repaint starts with the condition of the existing room: investigate damage, remove what is failing, repair and clean the surface, spot-prime where needed, and apply two finish coats. Sound existing paint does not automatically require a full coat of primer.
Entry005
Airless Spraying: Setup, Tip Selection, Application, and Cleanup
Good spraying begins before paint reaches the gun. An organized station, protected surroundings, checked equipment, and a consistent application sequence let a crew work efficiently and correct problems while they are still manageable.
Entry 006
Preparing and Repainting Exterior Stucco
Inspect the wall before choosing the coating. A small crack in firm stucco can call for a localized repair; movement or loose material can point to a problem that painting will not solve. This guide follows my residential repaint practice in Florida, from inspection through patching, conditioning, application, and final checks.
Entry 012
Diagnosing and Correcting Paint Flashing
Troubleshoot flashing, uneven paint, and a blotchy finish on painted vinyl siding and interior walls. Learn to level repairs, match texture, correct cut-in bands, repaint corner to corner, and inspect the dried result.
Entry015
Preparing and Painting Exterior Wood Trim and Fascia
An exterior wood trim and fascia guide covering firmness checks, repair or replacement, mildew cleaning, failed-paint removal, localized filler repairs, wood primer, caulking, and two satin acrylic finish coats. Final inspection emphasizes seams, edges, and complete coverage of exposed wood.