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What paint to paint the house?

To choose the right paint, read the previous page for painting a house outside.

It is quite possible to paint the facade on your own, you only need time, knowledge and patience.

On the paint packaging there is always information about the paint consumption. Usually, the specific consumption of facade paint is indicated - the number of liters (kg) that will need to be consumed for painting 1 m 2 facade in one layer, l / m 2.

Sometimes, on the packaging of facade paint, the reciprocal of the consumption is indicated - the surface area that can be painted with 1 liter of paint, m 2 / l.

Usually indicate paint consumption in a certain interval, for example: flow rate 0.1 - 0.25 l / m 2... Here, a lower consumption value is for smooth primed surfaces, and a larger value is for rough, textured unprimed facades.

On the websites of paint manufacturers and sellers, you can find calculators for calculating the amount of the selected paint depending on the area of ​​the facade of the house to be painted, on the number of layers and the roughness of the surface to be painted. Facade paint is usually applied in two layers.

To paint a house outside, the amount of paint is determined by multiplying the area of ​​the surface to be painted - m 2, specific consumption - l / m 2, number of layers - 2, safety factor - 1.1. A safety factor of 10% is necessary to avoid an unpleasant situation when there is almost not enough paint at the end of the work.

How to prepare the walls of the house for painting?

The quality and durability of painting the outside of the house to a very large extent depends on proper preparation wall surface.

The substrate on which the paint will be applied must be dense, durable and primed.

Preparing for painting the old walls of the house

Improving the condition of the base is usually always necessary before painting the old walls of the house.

Old wall before painting must be cleaned of dust, mold, moss and easily peeling layers of old coatings... The best way to do this is to flush the wall with a pressure washer, such as a car wash. Or you can wipe the entire surface of the wall with a stiff brush, but this option is more time consuming. It is better to use both methods; after washing, brush only areas of intense dirt.

Places of accumulation of mold, moss, after their removal, must be treated with a liquid bioprotective agent. Otherwise, parts of these biological substances may remain in the thickness of the wall covering, which will quickly grow through the new paint.

Then, the plastered surfaces are repaired, cracks are closed, places with peeling plaster. Old paint on the facade should not flake off and dust. Areas with peeling paint are cleaned, primed and covered with an additional layer of new paint.

If the old paint is damaged over a large area, it is better to remove it from the entire surface of the wall. It is convenient to use a sandblaster to remove old paint.

How to determine the strength of the surface of the painted wall?

For this a large enough piece of transparent stationery tape is glued to the wall and a minute later, with a sharp movement, they tear it off the wall. If, together with the tape, the pieces of the base have not come off the wall, then such a wall can be primed and painted. IN otherwise, the surface of the wall should be cleaned by removing old paint.

Preparing to paint the facade of a new house

The plastered facades of the new houses are quite durable. Preparing the facade for painting a new house outside comes down to the following steps:

1. It is imperative to dry the freshly plastered facade for at least 30 - 60 days. The wall should be completely dry.
2. Apply a primer to the wall of the house.

Not plastered facades from sand-lime brick can be coated with a special colorless protective compound, or you can simply paint it with facade paint. In any case, the surface of the wall is primed.

Facades from the front ceramic brick usually do not paint.

New walls made of ordinary ceramic bricks it is better to paint in the first two years, before efflorescence appears on them.

Priming the walls of the house outside

The primer allows:

• strengthen the dusty base;
• to increase the adhesion (adhesion) of the paint to the base;
• reduce water absorption of the coating;
• reduce the consumption of facade paint.

Facade paint spreads more easily over the primed surface, and its consumption is noticeably reduced.

The quality of painting the facade of the house can be improved if tint the primer to match, close to the color of the facade paint.

As a primer sometimes use facade paint diluted with water in a 1: 1 ratio.

The primer is applied to the wall surface in the same way as the paint. Before painting, the primer must be allowed to dry completely for at least a day.

How long does the paint dry?

Majority facade paints dries completely and creates a durable finish in 24 hours after being applied to the wall.

The second coat of paint can usually be applied earlier without waiting for the first coat to dry completely. Information on the length of the period after which the second coat of paint can be applied is contained on the paint package.

How to apply paint?

Facades are most often painted with a roller, brush or spray gun.

The choice of tool is determined by the consistency (viscosity) of the paint, the texture of the surface to be painted and the qualifications of the workers.

Walls smooth surface paint with a brush or short-haired roller. It is more convenient and faster to paint with a roller than with a brush, moreover, less paint is consumed.

When painting walls with textured surface or directly on the brick, use a wide brush with long bristles.

You can paint walls of any texture with a spray gun, both smooth and embossed. Painting a house with a spray gun requires higher qualifications and experience from the performers with this spray gun. It is necessary to choose the correct viscosity of the paint, select the nozzles for the spray gun of the apparatus. It also requires a practical skill of uniformly applying paint to the wall surface. It is better to entrust painting the house with a spray gun to specialists.

In the case of using special high viscosity textured paints with filler, to apply paint to the facade, in addition to the above tools, they also use a spatula.

We paint the house outside

Painting the house outside you can do it yourself by following these recommendations:

1. Facade painting work must be planned by reviewing the weather forecast. On rainy, windy days or at temperatures below +5 o C it is better not to paint the facade.
2. The surfaces to be painted must be be sure to prime... For applying the primer to the wall, use the same methods as for applying paint (see above).
3. Before starting work, all non-paintable parts of the facade (windows, doors, slopes, plinth, blind area, etc.) are protected with plastic wrap.
4. Painting work is performed in dry weather in the absence of strong winds. The outside temperature must be within the operating range indicated on the facade paint packaging. Check the weather forecast before starting work.
5. Install scaffolding or scaffolding to paint the facade at a height. Paint the facade from the stairs it is not convenient and dangerous.
6. A layer of paint is applied to one wall of the house without making long breaks in work. If you paint a part of the wall the next day, then stains will remain on the wall - places with in different shades paints.
7. The second layer of paint is applied after a break, not earlier than indicated by the manufacturer on the paint package.
8. To avoid washing the roller or brush before each break in work, wrap the tool in a plastic bag - the paint will not dry out.

The paint is distributed by moving the roller or brush in different directions alternately - vertically, horizontally and diagonally.

How to store paints?

Protect paint packaging from direct sun rays and frost. The paint should be stored at temperatures from +5 to + 25 ° C in a tightly closed package. The paint that is stored under these conditions remains usable even after the expiration date printed on the packaging.

If the paint has stratified during storage, mix it thoroughly with a mixer - an attachment on an electric drill, and the paint will become usable again.

What color to paint the facade of the house

When choosing the color of the facade walls are guided by the following basic rules:

1. The color of the walls of the facade of the house must be different from the color of the roof.

2. The color of the painting should be in harmony with natural and other non-paintable materials with which the facade is finished: brick, natural stone, tiles, panels, etc.

3. Different architectural elements on the facade are distinguished by color: front door, windows, shutters, cornices, cladding, etc.

4. In the absence of contrast in the color scheme, the facade, as a rule, looks dull and not attractive.

In the photo, the main color of the wall painting is combined with the color natural stone on the facade.

Smaller elements of the facade are highlighted with light beige paint. Warm light tone against the background of a thick dark color of the wall softens and makes color range pleasing to the eye, successfully decorates the facade.

The color accent on the front facade, as a rule, is made at the entrance to the house, the front door.

In this photo, the wall of the first floor of the house is made of unpainted clay brick. The color scheme of the upper floor facade was chosen so as to visually reduce its volume and make the lower level more significant.

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Regular inspection and elimination of any defects will ensure the longevity of the façade. After each winter, it is worth checking the condition of the plaster and paint layer. Here are some basic tips for maintaining and repairing them.

The most common are damage caused by deformation of the base of the plaster or paint layer, as well as mechanical damage and damage associated with leaching of the plaster by rainwater during leaks. Only after the causes of the damage have been eliminated can the repair of the damaged areas begin.

Well-made decorative thin-layer plasters applied to thermal insulation usually do not require any kind of repair for many years.

Regular inspection and cleaning of the façade is the primary means of maintaining the façade.

Even small leaks, if not eliminated for a long time, over time, can lead to significant damage not only to the paint, but also plaster layers... If you react quickly, it is enough to restore only the color. It is necessary to eliminate the cause of the leaks, let the wall dry and carry out repairs.

Green algae on the facade - how to prevent and remove

Green algae on the wall always indicate high humidity which promotes the growth of algae.

Houses located near forests and parks, in areas with high humidity(near water bodies) are especially vulnerable to biological pollution. In the main, only the northern and western walls are subject to the green invasion. This is due to the fact that the winds from the west blow more often, and rain falls on the walls from these directions, and the sun is less frequent in these places. Algae and fungus spores thrive on wet surfaces, and on the southern walls, the sun dries out the façade.

It is enough to disinfect walls with a low degree of contamination with a preparation to combat microorganisms, and then rinse with water under pressure. If, after disinfection, traces of algae remain, then it will be necessary to restore the color - paint the facade with paint with biocides.

It should be remembered that most biocides are active for three to five years. After this time, in areas particularly susceptible to microbial contamination, the facades must be re-protected by spraying the product. I do not know of any means of providing long-term permanent protection against algae.

Painting your home isn't just about creating a proper exterior. Correctly performed painting works will allow you to protect your home from the harmful effects of wind, water and other harmful weather conditions. In addition to the required time and money invested in your home, you will need to get the job done carefully using best materials... Thanks to this, you will extend the period of time after which the house will need to be painted again. Although you have a long job ahead of you, go over the tips below on how to paint your home. Just start at Step 1.

Steps

Part 1

Please select right time of the year. It is imperative to consider the time of year when you intend to paint your home, as very cold (below 4 degrees Celsius) or very hot conditions are unacceptable when painting.

• Consequently, best time for home painting - late spring or early autumn. You should also check the weather forecast so that rain doesn't ruin your plans.

1. Clean the surface of your home. With any luck, the only preparation for painting will be cleaning the surface of the house. Use a hose to scrub the dirt off the walls, then use a wire brush (also use warm, soapy water) to brush over the surface of the house.

   • Alternatively, use a washer to remove dirt and old paint. Just be careful not to set the jet too strong so as not to damage the surface of the house.
   • Remember to wash the house from top to bottom and give the surface enough time to dry before starting painting.

2. Remove old paint. If old, peeling paint remains on the house, you need to remove it from the surface before proceeding to painting. You need to remove any lagging, bubbly, or flaky pieces of paint.

   • Removing the old paint will allow the new paint to adhere strongly enough to the surface of the house.
   • Use a wire brush or putty knife to scrape the old paint off the surface of the house, then use grinder(or sandpaper wrapped around wooden beam) to smooth out irregularities.
   • If there are large chunks of old paint left on the surface of the house, you will need a paint stripper to melt it and remove it from the wall.

3. Make necessary repairs. Before you start painting, you need to inspect the house and check for any damage, if necessary, repair. This may sound daunting, but it will give your home a proper look after painting.

   Find out how much paint you need. It's a good idea to think about how much paint you need. before start of work. This will avoid a situation where the paint runs out and half of the house is not painted yet.

   • To calculate how much paint you need, find out what the perimeter of the house and its height (excluding the roof) are and multiply these parameters.
   • Divide the resulting number by the square meters of surface indicated on the paint can you plan to use. This will give you an idea of ​​how many liters of paint you will need. However, it is better to prepare the paint with a margin.
   • To calculate the amount of paint needed to paint a roof, calculate its width and height, multiply these figures and divide by 2. So you find out the area of ​​your roof in square meters, after which you can include this indicator in the calculation of the amount of paint.
   • Please note that painting some surfaces, such as shingles, masonry and plaster, may take 10-15% more paint than smooth surfaces. flat walls the same area.
   • The method of applying paint affects the amount of material used - using a spray gun, you use twice as much paint as when painting with a brush or roller.

4. Primer the surface. In some cases, you will need to apply a coat of primer to the surface of your home before you start painting. The primer provides a suitable base for the paint and will help it last longer, and it additionally protects the surface of the house from the harmful effects of the environment.

   • You need to apply primer to certain damaged areas, especially if during preparatory work you find areas of damp wood, bare metal, or if you've removed too much old paint and damaged the surface.
   • You will also need to use a primer if you are painting new boards or if you want to change the color of your home.
   • The type of primer depends on the type of paint you intend to use. If you are using latex paint, you will need a latex primer. If you are using paint thinned with solvent, you will need a primer thinned with solvent, and if using paint for metal, you need a primer for metal.

5. Choose paint. Look for a high quality outdoor paint such as 100% acrylic latex. This paint has a better color, it dries faster and lasts longer.

   Mix the paint. If you bought multiple cans of paint, you will need to mix them in one large container.

   • This must be done because different batches of paint may differ slightly from each other, even if it seems to you that they are absolutely identical. By mixing them, you will definitely get one color.
   • However, it is best not to throw away paint cans. That way, if you have any paint left over after finishing work, you can pour it into jars and seal.
   • At this point, you need to put protective film around your home to keep paint out of the paths or lawn.

   Part 2

   House painting

   1. Choose a method for applying paint. Ultimately, whether you use a paintbrush, roller or spray gun to paint is a matter of taste. Each method has its advantages - with a brush you have maximum control over the painting process, a roller will ensure an efficient work, and using a spray can help you cover a large surface.

      • Using the brush: Many people who are painting their home for the first time prefer to use a brush, as this forces you to be more meticulous and allows you to control the process at each section. How to do it: Dip the brush into the paint until the bristles are half-dipped in it. Touch the brush in several places on the wall, keeping a horizontal line. Brush back and forth to fill in any unpainted areas and distribute the paint evenly over the surface.
      • Roller use: If using a roller, roll it over the paint until all sides are evenly painted, then apply the paint to the wall surface in a crisscross pattern. After that, go back to the area you started and paint over it by moving the roller up and down to fill in the empty spaces.
      • Using the sprayer: To use a spray gun, first load paint into it. Keep it straight, 30 cm from the wall. Move the spray back and forth, while starting the movement first and then pulling the trigger - this will prevent the appearance of extremely shaded areas. Provide an overlap of the next layer on the previous one by 20 cm.
      • Using the spray + roller technique: The spray + roller technique provides a high speed of painting and an even distribution of paint over the surface, but this requires the participation of two people. The first person quickly applies the paint with a spray, and the other evenly spreads it with a roller.

   2. Siding painting. Paint all the siding on your home before tackling the planks. This makes your work easier and speeds up the whole process, since you do not need to change colors. When you paint siding (or any material that covers most of your home's surface), there are a few guidelines to follow:

   3. Apply a second coat. Once the recommended amount of time has passed for the surface to dry completely, you should apply a second coat - if time and budget allows.

      • The second layer is not so much a paint as it is a protective layer for your home. It will provide a flawless look and safety to your home.
      • If you've chosen the brightest color for your home, a second coat is all the more necessary - it will really bring the look of your home to life.
      • spray gun
      • glasses and mask
      • When using a spray gun, wear safety goggles and a mask to protect yourself from the harmful effects of harmful paint fumes. Make sure that windows, doors, and any other surfaces that you do not plan to paint are covered so as not to accidentally paint them. Move any cars away from the painting area. Make sure there is no wind and notify neighbors when you are going to paint the house.
      • You will need a ladder to paint multi-storey building or the top of the wall of a one-story house.

The first impression that will be formed about our home, about ourselves, depends on what the appearance of our house will be. But if everything is more or less clear with the style of the rooms, and even a person who does not understand anything in design will find a lot of materials and ready-made ideas interior arrangement, then what to do with the facade of a private house?

We will not convince you to paint the outside of the house red or light yellow, but we will tell you the secrets of the professionals that will definitely influence your choice!

What color can depend on

Ideally, the look of the house, both inside and outside, should match your personality, preferences and tastes. But it turns out that this is not the only thing that determines the color of the facade.

“The view of the facade of the house most often sets style solution its interior, for example, a Victorian interior suggests the same exterior design. Another thing is when a house or townhouse is located in a cottage village, in which case the developer sets the exterior style, and the owners of the houses have no choice but to adhere to it.

As for the choice of color, designers have the concept of "feminine", "masculine" or "neutral" interior, the same applies to exteriors. So, young married couple rather, he will try to choose something light, light. Very often, the choice is influenced by memories associated with a joint vacation: they stop at the colors blue, white, sand. Women prefer red and pink, velvety surfaces, graceful decorative elements... Men traditionally choose brown and dark tones, the brutal look of the facade of the house. A familiar designer recently built himself a house from a bar: all wood is light, while black window frames, inside there is a black floor, red and black pieces of furniture. If there is a choice, the color of the house will unambiguously reflect the character, preferences and even the gender of the people living in it, ”says Alisa Semenova, interior designer at LOFT & HOME.

Color selection algorithm

So how do you choose a facade color? “At the initial stage of choosing the exterior of the house, it is very convenient to use special programs or online services that allow you to choose the color of the walls, windows, doors, roof, basement of the house and decide whether you like the combination of colors or not. In the next step, we advise you to visit the exhibition of houses [exhibitions under open air, where samples of ready-made houses are collected, are popular in large cities- approx. author], where you can see the selected color and texture of the material live on samples exhibited by manufacturers.

For the final decision, it is advisable to paint a piece of the wall about 0.5 × 1 meter in size and observe the sample during the day under different lighting conditions, and also, preferably, in different weather conditions - in sunny and cloudy. In this case, the selection error will be minimized as much as possible.

As for practicality, they fade least of all. light colors... Burns out slowest White color... However, it should be remembered that white can turn yellow over time. Thus, the most practical in this case can serve as a dull gray color. It does not turn yellow over time and dust is practically invisible on it.

Dark colors look very impressive on facades, especially those with simple architectural forms... Keep in mind, however, that they fade quickly. The leader in fading is black. If there is a need to use dark colors on the facade of the house, then you should pay attention to the warranty card for the paint, which indicates the restrictions on the burnout period. Usually it is 5-7 years for dark colors, ”- said Roman Konyakhin, managing director of the exhibition of houses“ Low-rise country ”.

How to paint a plastered facade

When choosing paints for brick and concrete plastered facades, the same color selection principles apply. But besides this, it should be remembered that our walls need paint not only for beauty. Yes, of course, the facade, and a whole street where the walls of houses are painted in bright colours, pleases the eye, but it's not just the color. The paint should protect the facade surface from destruction: sun, frost, strong winds and unclean air can damage even the most durable materials.

How to paint a wooden house

Of course, paint wooden house you can "tightly" using topcoats, for example, enamels for wood. But most often in wooden construction translucent paints are used - azure, popularly called either impregnations or stains (we wrote about the accuracy of the terms earlier).

"For wooden houses it is better to use materials that emphasize the structure of the wood. Indeed, in the end, for this we choose a house made of wood: for its color and texture.

The color option will depend on the selected color and texture of the roof, the proposed platbands, the color of the drainage system, the option for finishing the basement, the color of the lamination of windows, log / bar exits (cuts at the corners and in the joints of the walls), as well as on the design of already built buildings on the site, for example, baths. In our practice, we offer clients a choice of 3-4 standard options coloration wooden house.

For the house, it is better to use 2-3 colors: the first for the facade, the second for the platbands, frontal roof strips and pillars, the third color for the base and balusters.

You also need to understand that a tree requires special protection: during operation, it is capable of both picking up moisture from rains and other precipitation, and giving it away under the influence of sunlight.

Most affected by factors external environment are facades located on the sunny side, therefore, they are mandatory for protective treatment first of all after construction, it is also very important to immediately process the exits of a bar or log, since they are the main points of entry of moisture into the material. We advise clients to use light colors. The fact is that dark surfaces are able to heat up more, and compared to them, light ones are subject to less deformation from the heating-cooling process, ”said Anton Shagiev, director of the IZHS-STROY company for the construction of wooden houses.

So, the choice of color, as well as the choice between paint and glaze is yours, the main thing is to use quality materials... The owners of wooden houses are more concerned with the question of how to update the facade painted with azure over time: we have already talked about this (here is the link).

Painting the outside of the house is necessary not only to give the facade an aesthetic appearance, but also to protect the wood. Correctly chosen paint is able to protect the wood. negative impact direct sunlight, moisture and wind. As a result, the building will be able to last much longer, retaining all the technical characteristics.

Why paint a wooden house outside

Perfect wood construction material which is very popular. In order for the structure to retain its functionality, it is important to carry out the finishing work correctly.

Reasons for the destruction of wooden houses:

1. Natural material is subject to the natural aging process;
2. The negative influence of external factors - temperature, humidity, wind;
3. Moisture, penetrating inside, promotes the expansion of the fiber, after drying, they narrow. Ultimately, this cycling leads to cracking.
4. Damage by beetles and insects.

To protect the house from such negative factors, you can simply paint the facade with the correct coloring composition.

Before you start painting a wooden house outside, it is important to choose the right paint. Today, there is a fairly wide variety on the store shelves.

Each type of paint has its own technical characteristics, which you should familiarize yourself with in advance.

Among the most popular options, it is worth highlighting:

• oil;
• acrylate;
• covering antiseptics.

Oil paints have been known for a long time and have been very popular throughout the entire time. An undeniable advantage material is the high resistance of the coloring agent to atmospheric influences.

The paint penetrates very well into the surface of the wood, thereby protecting it. The disadvantages of this variety include a long drying time.

In order for several layers of paint to dry completely, it takes more than 20 hours. Also, after a while, the surface may lighten a little and lose its shine.

This type of dye has some similarities with an antiseptic composition. The paint is very different high rates atomosphere resistance. Even through long term operation, the surface of the house completely retains saturated color and shine.

When paint is applied, the pores of the wood remain open, thereby allowing the wood to breathe. Thanks to the acrylate that is included in the composition, it is quite easy to work with it. The paint lays on the surface with an even, uniform layer.

Covering antiseptic

An innovative solution among paints and varnishes that can be found in stores today. In addition to durability, the opaque antiseptic is able to restore discolored wood to some extent. This coloring composition can be used as a topcoat for any type of paint.

It's hard enough to choose the best one for the first time. the best paint... In each individual case, the best fit different variants paints.

To begin with, it is worth considering - the finishing of the new house will be carried out or the old one. In which climatic zone the structure is located, and what atmospheric phenomena is most exposed to. Only an integrated approach allows you to make the right choice.

What characteristics need to pay special attention to

When choosing a facade paint for finishing a wooden house, it is worth considering the following factors:

1. What are the expected operating conditions of the building, which will be finished with paint.
2. The kind of wood with which a house or other object is built.
3. The ability to re-paint over time.
4. If there is a layer of paint, it is important to consider compatibility with the new colorant.

To date, standards and GOSTs have been developed that paint for outdoor use must meet:

• high degree of wood protection;
• maximally high level moisture resistance;
• color fastness in direct sunlight;
• the durability of the material should not be less than 5 years.

Overview of TOP manufacturers

Today on the shelves of the store you can find great amount facade paints from different manufacturers... But there are undoubted leaders who are very popular among buyers.

• TIKKURILA (Finland), Forester (Canada), DUFA (Germany) are among the most popular options. They fully comply with all international and European quality standards. The paint perfectly covers the wooden surface and is able to protect it from the harsh conditions of the northern region. The products of these manufacturers are of high quality and high enough value.
• VIVACOLOR (Estonia, part of the TIKKURILA concern), TECHNOS (Finland), ISAVAL (Spain), REESA (Germany). On the Russian market paints are less popular, since they appeared relatively recently. The quality is also quite high and all materials comply with European standards. These paints are favorably distinguished by their more affordable cost.
• Among domestic options, it is very popular Olivesta, TEKS, Stroykompleks. The indisputable advantage of domestically produced products is an affordable price. In terms of quality, they are not inferior to foreign counterparts.

Painting wooden surface may seem like a simple enough task, but in reality it is completely not so. There is a technology, which is very important to follow, it includes several stages and depends on whether it will be carried out or a new structure.

1. For the correct distribution of the pigment, it is important to periodically stir the paint during work.
2. An even application can only be achieved with the correct brush and brush size.
3. The brightness can be controlled by the amount of pigment added.
4. It is not recommended to do work at lunchtime under the sun, as the paint will dry very quickly.
5. Antiseptics should be applied longitudinally.
6. The ends of the logs must be primed before painting. This will prevent significant paint absorption. In addition, such processing will protect the wood from the decay process.

You can do all the work yourself. In order for the whole process to go much faster and better, it is important to prepare all the necessary tools in advance:

• brushes (it is important to choose the right size);
• roller;
• container for paint;
• gloves for hand protection;
• masking tape for protecting glass and other elements.

You don't need special skills to paint the surface, but you should follow some recommendations that allow you to get more quality result... To protect the surface from mold and mildew, it is worth applying several layers of antiseptic before painting.

The paint should only be applied to dry surfaces. To achieve the best appearance it is necessary to apply several layers. Each new layer is applied only after the first has dried.

To paint new house pure pleasure. There is no need to carry out any special preparatory work. The paint is applied to the surface with a brush. The paint should be applied only in the longitudinal direction.

How to paint an old wooden house

Before painting the facade of the old house, it is necessary to carry out a number of preparatory work. First you need to remove the old coating. It is important to paint the surface with the same composition as before. Otherwise, the paint will hold much worse.

To remove old paint from the surface, you must use a wire brush. If mold is found, all places must be treated with a special antiseptic and dried completely. Otherwise, the fungus will start to reappear. If individual elements completely rotten, they need to be replaced with new ones.

Before applying any paint to old surface it is recommended to carry out priming work. This will significantly increase the adhesion between materials. And paint for more long term will have an attractive appearance.