span>As you plan your/span>span>exterior painting update/span>span>, you have a lot to consider. Color, brand (/span>span>invest in high-quality paint/span>span>!), quantity, and, of course, how many coats to apply./span>
span>You don’t want to overdo it, but you also certainly don’t want to apply too thin a coating either. Exterior paint provides too much essential protection and practical value to hold back on the application./span>
span>As you decide how many coats you really need to get the job done, there are a few key factors to keep in mind./span>
span>Don’t Forget To Thoroughly Prepare the Surface Before Painting/span>
The success or failure of your exterior painting endeavors is largely determined before you even open a paint can.
span>Surprised? It’s true!/span>
span>Part of the value you receive when you/span>span>hire a professional painting company/span>span> is the benefit of skilled, experienced, thorough surface prep. Wood rot repair, patching, sanding, cleaning, and more… All of these contribute to your paint’s ability to adhere well and truly endure./span>
span>So, How Many Coats of Exterior Paint Should You Apply?/span>
span>Two coats is typically all that’s needed, if you’re painting over a well-prepped, primed surface. This is particularly true if you are painting a dark color over a lighter, existing one, as you’re guaranteed to have good coverage./span>
span>If you’re painting a lighter color over a darker, on the other hand, you may need more than two coats./span>
span>PRO TIP:/span>
span>Try using a tinted primer to smooth your transition from the old to new color!/span>
span>Talk To a Professional Painter About Your Exterior Painting Goals/span>
span>If you have questions about your Westchester or Fairfield County home, please/span>span>contact us at A.G. Williams Painting Company/span>span>. It would be our pleasure to serve you!/span>
