Comments on: What preparation do I need to do before re-painting an exterior wall?

By: david m

david m — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 17:52:59 +0000

All the above answers are sound advice.One thing I would add is a coat of stabilising solution.This really does make a difference to the finished job as you can be sure you`ve painted on a sound base.
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By: Jamie R

Jamie R — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 17:32:59 +0000

Wash it all down with a pressure washer if you have one…Scrape away any loose paint and sand to ensure smooth edges …(they sometimes show through)..Give the wall two good coats of paint ….Job done..
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20 years plus as a decorator..

By: MICHAEL H

MICHAEL H — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 17:08:59 +0000

scrape off loose flakes,then paint with SANDTEX,good stuff.
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By: Cautious Norm.

Cautious Norm. — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 16:32:59 +0000

Use a pressure-washer on it and treat with fungicide if necessary.
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By: tofffees

tofffees — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 16:20:59 +0000

the wall must be cleaned and all cracks and uneven patcheds must be smoothened out first
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By: jamand

jamand — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 16:15:59 +0000

Just make sure that any/all the loose flaky stuff is removed or the new coat of paint will just fall off.

That’s about it – just use a good roller or brush
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By: wreckless dave

wreckless dave — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 15:27:59 +0000

cream the wall
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