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Exterior Painting Checklist
Complete this "check-off list" of questions, when starting any exterior painting project, to aid in making your project easier. Bring it to your local Van Sickle Paint Dealer, as a quick reference tool, to aid them in helping you.
WHAT ARE YOU PAINTING?
- Siding
- Deck
- Porch/ Floor
- Shutters
- Window & Fascia
- Roof
- Railing
- Other_________
WHAT TYPE OF SURFACE?
- Wood, what type?__________
- Concrete
- Stucco
- Galvanized
- Aluminum
- Metal
- Vinyl
- Other__________
WHAT IS THE SURFACE CONDITION?
- New
- Clean Paint
- Dirty or Chalky Paint
- Glossy Paint
- Peeling paint with bare surfaces
- Other___________
WILL AIR & SURFACE TEMPERATURE BE ABOVE 50F° & BELOW 90°F?(Ideal temp. is 75°F)
- Yes
- No
WHAT KIND OF DURABILITY DO YOU WANT?
- 5-7 years (Economy)
- 10-12 years (Premium)
- 15-20 years (Super Premium)
WHAT SHEEN DO YOU WANT?
- Flat
- Satin (eggshell)
- Semi-Gloss
- Gloss
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WHAT FORMULATION DO YOU WANT?
- Oil
- Latex
HOW MUCH AREA NEEDS TO BE PAINTED?
- See paint calculator or reference sheets
WILL YOU BE PAINTING A DIFFERENT COLOR? (Painting or re-painting dark colors or color changes may require more than one coat)
- Yes
- No
HOW WILL YOU APPLY THE PAINT?
- Brush
- Roll
- Spray
- Pad
- Other_________
DO YOU HAVE ALL THE TOOLS?
- Brushes- Siding & Trim
- Roller Frame
- Roller Cover choose proper nap
- Drop Cloth
- Masking Tape
- Masking Paper
- Edging Tool
- Rags
- Tack Cloth
- Drill Type Paint Mixer
- Thinner
- Scrapers
- Wire Brushes
- Caulk Gun
- Caulk
- Ladder
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Each of these questions should help you ensure the best paint job possible, by identifying important information for each paint job.
Please reference the product label, information sheets or your local Van Sickle paint dealer for aid in selecting the proper product, tools and surface preparation for your project.
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