An exterior paint job isn't as simple as slapping on a coat or two of fresh paint. Proper preparation is a must for an attractive and long-lasting finish. 1. Contaminant Removal Contaminants settle on the paint over time, and they can make it hard for new coats of paint to adhere properly. These contaminants include air pollutants, pollen, bird droppings, and general dust and grime. Washing the siding before doing any other prep work is a must.

After becoming a homeowner, you may notice that you do not want your house to look the same for the entire time that you live there. Even if you liked your house's appearance in the beginning and throughout the first few years, you may find your interest in change continuing to grow. While you can change your home's appearance in so many ways, you may feel confident that you are interested in a long-term approach such as painting.

Paint is a great way to transform your home. When people think about painting a home, they generally think about repainting a bedroom, living room, or kitchen. However, these are not your home's only areas you can repaint to give your home a facelift. Area #1: Doors You interact with the doors in your home every day. How does the paint on your doors look? Is it dirty from being touched?