How Application Differs Between Interior and Exterior Paints

interior vs exterior paint – applicationPainting techniques differ depending on whether interior painters san diego you’re using interior or exterior paint. Different surfaces also have their own requirements. Many exterior paint jobs require scraping away old paint before the application process can even begin.

Techniques for Using Interior Paints
When you’re painting an indoor surface, the process is relatively straightforward. First, clean the interior walls or fixtures you wish to paint, use painter’s tape to cordon off areas that don’t need coverage, then mix your interior paint colors. If you’re using Real Milk Paint, it comes in a powdered form that you mix at a 1:1 ratio with water. Other water-soluble interior paints may require stirring before use. If you have any holes or cracks to repair, now is the best time. If you plan on using milk paint, we recommend not using color changing fillers.

Now, you’re ready to start painting with your choice of a roller or brush, depending on the size of the area. For instance, a small paintbrush may be fine for the project if you’re painting interior cabinet surfaces. Larger interior painting projects such as sprucing up gallery walls or a whole room makeover may require a long roller for application or even a paint sprayer.

No matter how you cover the main area with interior paint, however, the edges need the detailed touch of a brush, as do any touch-ups you might need to perform. After coating the interior surfaces, let them dry a bit, then add a second coat of color. Most interior paints only require two coats for satisfying finished results.

Techniques for Using Exterior Paints
Outdoor Defense Oil – Wood Oil ProductsThe first step of using exterior paint is determining whether you need to remove an old paint layer. For instance, if the house is old and may have lead paint, you can put down a drop cloth and scrape it all away or let our Soy Gel Professional Paint Remover do the work for you. Next, clean up the scrapings and wash the exterior surfaces with a cleaning product that removes mildew. If you find any rough spots as you go, sand them down or repair them with Real Wood Filler.

Now, you’re ready to paint. First, apply primer to the outdoor surfaces to ensure the paint colors stay put, or if you’re painting in raw wood, use Real Milk Paint with Outdoor Additive mixed in for paint you don’t need to prime. Next, caulk all the joints for extra weather resistance. Once this dries, tape off areas you don’t want to cover and mix your paint. Roll exterior paint onto larger areas and use a high-quality paintbrush to get into smaller spaces.

Remember that the higher the gloss levels of exterior paint, the more durable it is. That means you need additives when you want to use non-glossy paint for painting the outside of your home. Latex and milk paints are the best choices for home exteriors because they hold up well in most climates, dry quickly and enable easy soap-and-water cleanup.

As the last step, add a top coat to protect your paint job. Latex paints fare well with a polyurethane top coat, while Real Milk Paint seals perfectly with Outdoor Defense Oil for a nontoxic remodel.