Once dry remove the plastic sheeting and masking tape.
How to paint metal clapboard siding.
It allows the paint to be worked into the siding s imperfections more effectively than a roller or spray.
Don t prime or paint in direct sunshine when it is dry and breezy or is very hot over 90 degrees f.
Paint a tight seal between metal and wood.
A 1 4 to 1 2 thick roller nap is good for clapboard siding.
Apply the acrylic paint to the wall on top of the primer in the same way you applied the primer to the metal siding.
Rollers are available in many sizes and various widths from 3 to 12.
At the sides of the casings jab your brush into joints then smooth out the paint to seal them.
How to prep for painting.
Wait for this layer of paint to dry and then apply a second coat.
Use a brush when painting old siding.
When painting clapboard siding apply the paint with a roller then brush it in using a brush this saves a lot of dipping with a brush.
When painting either clapboard or shingles pay special attention around door and window casings.
Soon many will be painting over old exterior paint at some point even more who wishes it to last indefinitely.
At the top of each casing you ll find a drip cap or metal flashing that tucks up under the siding.