It’ll cost you between $500 and $1,000 to paint the exterior yourself. Not including paint, it’ll cost you no more than $200 to $300 at a home improvement store like Home Depot, Lowes or Menards. You may end up spending more if you buy high-quality products from specialized shops. Professionals can get the same supplies for about half what you’ll pay. Thornton House Painting
Whether you decide to do the preparation work yourself or have a professional do it as part of your project, proper preparation makes all the difference in creating a smooth and lasting finish. Do it correctly the first time or you’ll quickly end up spending more to fix peeling and chipping paint. Follow this process before starting on your home's exterior. Keep in mind that the process may vary based on your siding materials:
One of the most common mistakes people make when it comes to exterior painting is skipping the primer. Applying primer is as essential to a quality paint job. In case the surface has never been painted before or if it has been thoroughly cleaned and stripped of previous paint, applying primer is paramount. You wouldn’t want the paint to adhere unevenly, right? So, apply a few coats of primer, finish up the prepping phase and only then move on to the painting.
