All good info but really should work from top down. You do not need to use TSP unless you don't mind waiting for work to dry. Just light sand on entire previously painted surfaces and wipe, brush, or blow off dust. Small roller is good for initial application with immediate follow-up with good brush. The use of satin sheen is fine (as opposed to semi-gloss or gloss) but anything which is not perfectly addressed will be highlighted. In other words any flaws in the preparation will show more than a paint with less sheen like eggshell or flat. On warm days do not work in the sun if it can be avoided. Your leading edge of wet paint will dry very quickly and you'll attempt to brush out paint which has begun to cure leaving unsightly brush marks. If unavoidable you'll need to work fast and continue painting only that piece of wood you can finish quickly.

@ogeid2010

2 жыл бұрын

Like this info

@michaelsix9684

Жыл бұрын

excellent advice, follow the sun when you paint outside, I would use a tackcloth to clean and wipe after sanding, I agree, start from the top down and use angle small brush also, Wooster makes great brushes

Excellent info. Thanks a bunch! I can hardly wait to get started. :)

Gotta have those safety glasses for painting your porch spindles… once you get going the paint goes flying! Lol ;)

@Lovemusic856

11 ай бұрын

😂😂

Best primer for wood is oil base. Soaks deep into the wood with a longer cure time.

Yes, no need to rinse after you sand it.. clean the railings before you star using a pressure washer and bleach preferably. Don't use a rag as he did to wipe it.Use an old paintbrush as a duster.. but always keep a rag handy when you're painting

Nice

So many things in this video that just isn’t right. Whoever was doing the caulking, obviously doesn’t caulk much. Would never use a sanding sponge on exterior wood. It isn’t durable or stiff enough to withstand the job. Always paint from top down. When painting spindles, it’s always a good idea to have someone on the other side painting so that there is no buildup.

It’s nice to see that the CEO of Ace Hardware gets out of the office every once in awhile ;)

I always use Sherwin williams or ICI paints, never tried Ace, Sears used to carry quality paint, but it's gone

Great video! Are there tips to paint the outside of a railing (without scaffolding and giant ladders) when the balcony is on second floor?

@AceHardware

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Kate, A video on the best way to paint the 2nd floor without ladders?

@katehenderson9634

3 жыл бұрын

@@AceHardware Do you have a video on the subject? I'm not finding it...I've looked through the catalogue on your site...

@tonydelitala

2 жыл бұрын

Unless you can fly you will need ladders or scaffolding to reach 2nd story. Renting a highboy or the like is a more expensive option. Always use safety harness in combination with aforementioned. Safety first.

@katehenderson9634

2 жыл бұрын

@@tonydelitala You would probably not believe me if I said I could fly... I was hoping for a special brush with a curled, wrap-around tip or a cloth that would let you apply paint like shoe polish.

@tonydelitala

2 жыл бұрын

@@katehenderson9634 haha. Ok but be careful. For some applications where reach is challenging I’ve had some success with mini paint rollers (about 3”-4” wide) with a short handle extension (18”-24”). It can sometimes help get you around corners. Best of luck. 🙏

What about the down part of the top railing

My railings have so many layers of paint and many groves that are filled with multiple layers of paint. Does your expert have any suggestions for removing the paint?

@AceHardware

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Patti, Use a liquid paint stripper to remove as many layers as you can. Take your time let it dry (based on the paint strippers recommendation, sand and paint. If you have more questions, take photos including closeups of the railing to your local Ace to provide more help if you feel uneasy about the project!

Can you uses a wire brush, maybe attached to a drill for the inside spindle bars. Mine are really really peeling! Spent 2 hours trying to sand three spindles! 😓

@AceHardware

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Debra, Yes you could use that just watch how hard you push so you don’t damage the wood. Practice on a small and less obvious area first.

@analarson2920

4 жыл бұрын

@@AceHardware anoter tip is powerhose the deck but then you need to put down plastic to catch it all and wash down the sides of the house, of course not the strength of your equipment so you do not ruin the wood, even the hardest of woods can get damage so learn how to use your powerhose, saved me tons of backbreaking work and then my power sander did the rest so I had little to scrape.

Can a small roller be used in addition to the brush to avoid brush marks?

@AceHardware

5 жыл бұрын

Hi There, When painting railings, either applicator can be used, but it is a tricky application tell them to watch out for drips when using the roller.

Which color is better to paint balcony railing, chantilly lace by Benjamin Moore or high reflective white by sherwin Williams ?

@annietheace7196

2 жыл бұрын

Benjamin Moore’s Chantilly Lace is a classic go-to white that would look beautiful on a balcony railing. Make sure you use exterior paint so it withstands outside elements.

@hocineted7594

2 жыл бұрын

@@annietheace7196 and for the garage door is chantilly lace good choice ?

@annietheace7196

2 жыл бұрын

@@hocineted7594 I'm not sure what your house color is but the Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace is a nice house color as well as a garage door color. Another idea is to look into using a Minwax Gel Stain. It's easy to use and looks stunning when finished.

How long will the new paint stay looking nice?

@AceHardware

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Amy, It will depend on the weather in your area. A twice a year cleaning in early Spring and Fall will help the paint life and color stay.

@amyg8792

3 жыл бұрын

@@AceHardware thank you - I appreciate your response!

Why start painting from the bottom up if the paint is going to drip?

@AceHardware

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Ryan, We suggest starting from the bottom so you can spread the paint along the sides of the railing. If you go in a upwards direction the likelihood of drips is less.

I would prime the entire railing first, then paint, or buy a paint with the primer in it

Question, why does porch rail always chip? Every year or two this deck/porch rail needs redone. Why? So sand it, re paint it. What is being done wrong. Now we used thompson. Behr And others. Will you advise on this. Is this normal?

@annietheace7196

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Barb! You are doing all the right things by prepping the surface beforehand by cleaning, sanding, and painting, nice job! Here are a few ideas on why your porch railing paint might be chipping. One, make sure when you are painting your porch when it’s not too hot (over 90 degrees outside or if it’s directly in the sun for at least 5 hours) or cold (below 50 for at least 24 hours). These extreme temperatures don’t allow the paint to dry properly and adhere to the surface. Second, you might want to consider a primer before you apply the paint, this might help. Lastly, another factor is humidity, not sure where you live but if you are in a very humid climate that could cause the paint to not adhere properly also and cause it chip only after a few years. At Ace we carry a paint specifically designed for porches, called “Royal Porch and Floor.” It’s a paint and primer that dries within 4 hours and is specially formulated for covered porches, stairs, floors and patios. I definitely recommend it! Hope that helps!

@barbschindel2201

2 жыл бұрын

@@annietheace7196 thanks for rply. Actually we primed first. But in june or july. Yes sun hits rail. But big oak tree hides some sun. I will try royal . Sanded off what I could. Thanks for info

@annietheace7196

2 жыл бұрын

@@barbschindel2201 no problem, let me know how it goes. Your porch with the big oak tree sounds beautiful! 🤩

The best primer is the paint itself, just water it down so it can seep and you can do up to 2 coats depending on the wood, then go ahead and paint and of course do more than one coat, you will have a very thorough paint job. This tip comes from some contractors who never saw the point of primers for wood and it works well. Nice video. Also for storing paint get one of those lids that open and close easily or the wide mouth ball jar, just beware that glass breaks, my personal favorite is heavier grade plastic containers that the large yogurt or sour cream comes in just make sure the lids work well and then use duck tape to label tops and sides of whats in it, even where you used it.

@irish89055

3 жыл бұрын

WRONG

@FeedTheTeethMachine

3 жыл бұрын

Never water down any kind of paint

@analarson2920

3 жыл бұрын

@@FeedTheTeethMachine never had an issue as a primer coat plus it's the same type of paint brand but on for water based, then it sinks in, the rest is regular paint.

@thomaswhitehead212

3 жыл бұрын

If you want your paint job to last, use oil based primer on wood. “Watering down”latex paint is not a primer. Those “Contractors” that gave you that tip obviously know nothing about painting, and are just there to get it done quickly so they can get their money and move on. Their paint job won’t last long at all if that is what they are doing.

What caulk do I use

@AceHardware

4 жыл бұрын

Dap Siliconized exterior latex caulking. Look for the one that says for windows and doors.

@ashleyjuvancic9086

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Why kind of putty did you use? It's not in description.

@AceHardware

10 ай бұрын

Hi There, We used Durhams Natural Cream Putty. www.acehardware.com/departments/paint-and-supplies/patch-and-repair/wood-filler/10941

TSP cleaner is getting brutal reviews on Amazon. Might want to go with something else!

@analarson2920

4 жыл бұрын

I just use a dish soap with vinegar and maybe add some baking soda if the water is hard, great cleaner for most surfaces and sold in most ace hardware stores as well as most other stores, have project will travel with simple tools.

@chrispeterson1247

4 жыл бұрын

4.5 stars out of almost 400 reviews lol yeah sounds like it’s pretty shit lol.

What kind of puddy is used?

@AceHardware

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Alex, We used Durhams Rock Hard Water Putty www.acehardware.com/search?query=Durhams+Rock+Hard+Water+Putty

@Chalovski

3 жыл бұрын

@@AceHardware what kind of putty would you recommend for a metal door/porch pillar?

@AceHardware

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Alex, We suggested checking out Bondo® All-Purpose Putty. It's a professional strength, versatile filler for repairing interior and exterior surfaces around the home. This fast curing two-part filler allows you to make high-quality, long-lasting repairs to metal, masonry, concrete, wood, drywall and more. The non-shrinking filler features a thicker formulation that makes it ideal for repairing vertical surfaces. www.acehardware.com/departments/paint-and-supplies/patch-and-repair/spackling-compounds/1320845

Helps to know how to caulk.. this person didn't. I don't recommend painting in your good clothes, of course this is a how to video. Painting railings are a lot easier if you have someone on the other side to go along with you.

What kind of caulk do you use

@AceHardware

2 ай бұрын

Use a silicone caulk that matches your exterior paint. Silicone caulk is not paintable, so finding the right color match is key.

a fucking nightmare!!!