Professionally painted masonry surfaces could liven its appearance. The painting process is similar to painting wood or metal. Properly prepared surfaces will last longer and look more attractive.
Walls should be dry, free of peeling, loose or flaking paint prior to painting. Once the walls are prepared it needs to be cleaned. The best solution is trisodium phosphate (TSP).
The other step is to apply masonry sealer. This step is necessary as the masonry is more porous and more textured than wood or drywall.
Next, the primer should be applied which improves water resistance. The masonry should be primed with normal drywall primer or with a specially formulated primer for masonry.
The last step is to apply the top coat. You could use either latex, oil or water based paints. At least two coats of masonry paint should be applied for the best results. Masonry paint comes in two main finishes – smooth and textured.
Steps of exterior painting
1. Before paintingAll details are negotiated with the client. We either use scaffolding or mobile tower depending on project and its height.
It’s a very important stage where all cracks and holes are filled. Damp areas are sealed if needed. All gaps are caulked with exterior acrylic caulk. Walls are primed if porous. Wooden surfaces are treated with industry leading Repair Care products to ensure the best quality and longevity possible.
Market leading masonry paints are used such as Tikkurila or Emperor Masonry Paint. The paint is applied by roller and brush. The paint is applied with at least two coats.
