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How to Prepare the Outside of a Home for Painting

To prepare the exterior of your home for painting replace and prime any rotten wood, clean the surface thoroughly, removing any mildew or mold Repair any imperfections, and caulk any cracks to prevent water damage. Watch this video to find out more. ...More

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To prepare the exterior of your home for painting:

Replace and prime any rotten wood.
Clean the surface thoroughly, removing any mildew or mold.
Repair any imperfections, and caulk any cracks to prevent water damage.
Remove rust from metal trim, and apply a coat of rust preventative primer.

Watch this video to find out more.

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