Title: How To Paint a House Exterior - The Home Depot
Headings: How To Paint a House Exterior
Project Guide
How To Paint a House Exterior
Time Required: Over 1 day
Difficulty: Intermediate
Tools
Safety Glasses & Sunglasses
Paint Buckets
Wire Brushes
Sandpaper
Paint Brushes
Extension Ladders
Materials
wood fillers
drop cloths
patching & repair
paint thinner, solvents & cleaners
caulk
tape

Content: 4
SCRUB THE SIDING AND TRIM WITH TSP SOLUTION
Using a wire brush or broom, apply either TSP solution or a TSP substitute cleaner. Use a pressure washer to speed up the process, but be careful not to force water into any cracks between the siding planks. Be sure to wear gloves and safety glasses when using cleaners and chemicals. Only remove existing paint if it is loose or flaking. If your home was built prior to 1978, be sure to follow proper safety and contaminated procedures for lead paint. 5
RINSE THE ENTIRE HOUSE WITH A GARDEN HOSE
Rinse until the runoff water is clear. If you used a TSP solution to clean the house, rinse twice to ensure the solution is completely gone. Let the siding and trim dry completely, usually two days, before painting. 6
PRIME MASONRY SURFACES IF THERE ARE WATER STAINS
You’ll also want to prime surfaces if glossy paint is to be top-coated. Cedar and redwood contain less resin that bleeds through water-based paints, so use oil-based primer on woods.