Factors to Consider When Doing Exterior Painting on Residential Homes

Whether it’s a newly built home or you’re giving your house a much-needed makeover, exterior painting is one way to ensure that your Michigan home receives a dazzling transformation. The right coat of paint not only is appealing to the eye but protects your home from harsh weather conditions. It also significantly increases the value of your home. It’s advisable to paint your interior and exterior walls to attract a reasonable price when selling your house. It is not restricted to painting the actual Macomb County home; it included additional structures such barns, garages, sheds and playhouses which may be in your compound. Selecting to hire a professional painter may be expensive than doing it yourself, but you are guaranteed better and durable results.

Selecting paint

Exterior paint, unlike interior paint, is exposed to severe weather conditions. Get high-quality paint for a durable finish. Low-quality paint may be cheap but will not last long; it is said that high-quality paints lasts twice as much as the duration of low-grade paint. Consider the following factors when selecting your outdoor paint.

• Texture – Exterior surfaces have different textures compared to inner walls. The paint that you will use inside is not the same as the paint you use outside. Different homes have different wall textures as well, depending on the building material used. Standard outdoor paint does not work for all types. Is it brick, concrete, wood or stucco? Inform the shop attendant about the texture and kind of wall and they will advise you on the appropriate paint.
• Weather – The weather of your home area will influence the paint you use to paint your exteriors. Extended exposure to wind, rain, humid conditions and sunlight wears out paint. Select paint that protects against the dominant weather condition. If it rains for the better part of the year, use oil-based paints to protect against wind and rain. Latex paint minimizes the effects of harsh hot and dry conditions, suitable for sunny areas. To deter mold and other moisture-related defects, use mold resistant paint. Places such as California and the Australian outback are very prone to wildfires during the dry season. Fireproof your home by using flame resistant paint.
• Color – The color of the outer walls should be carefully selected to ensure that enhance the home beauty. It is also the first thing people see when they visit, and the first impression matters a lot. The color you select should complement your yard. Do you have a lot of bright flowers that bloom all year round or its full of green shrubs? Select a color that brings out the beauty of the yard without clashing with existing flowers and trees. Pick colors that emphasize focal points such as doors and window pane while concealing piping and gutters. An expert will also select colors to either make the house appear larger or more proportionate. Select the right tones and shades to achieve this; light colors makes them appear larger while dark colors make them smaller.

 

Get the right painter

Most homeowners assume that with a ladder and a can of paint they can quickly get the job done. Painting outer walls require adequate surface preparation. Because of harsh weather conditions, the walls may have rust, dirt, grime, and loose paint. Hiring an expert painter ensures that the surface is sufficiently prepped using the right equipment. When selecting a painter to consider:

 

Experience, expertise, and equipment

Select a painter that has been in the industry for long. Go to their websites to see customers’ reviews. You will also get to see pictures of previous works. Select a painter that has the right mix of state of the art equipment, such as rollers, pressure washers, powered wire brushes, and grinders.

Experienced painters will get the work done in a short time. They know how to protect themselves and the surfaces. They save you the trouble of picking colors and types of paint. They know and will recommend the best paint. They also know how to mix them for a durable finish. Buying high-quality, expensive paint is not guarantee that you will use it correctly and attain the same results as a professional painter would.

 

Warranty

Choose a house painter that gives you warranty. This can be a two or five-year warranty. This way you are cushioned from spending more money if the paint were to peel or fade within a few months.

 

Cost

Request a quote from at least three painters, and choose the lowest without comprising on quality. It also gives you a cost estimate before embarking on the painting project.