Spray Painting Cedar Siding

If you like the natural wood grain look and you have new cedar wood trim or siding this product is not for you.

Spray painting cedar siding. Although you can use a paint brush to apply the stain using a sprayer allows you to. As mentioned this paint stain or solid body stain can be applied to new or previously paint stained cedar wood and siding. This type of paint stain covers up the natural beauty of the wood like a paint so be aware. Do not however use a power washer because cedar can t withstand the pressure.

If possible stain all sides of the siding before installation. Once done let the wood dry completely for approximately two weeks. Cedar siding painting will only be successful if you have a clean slate. Farm girl is allowed to work in her bikini.

The siding comes in a wide array of color selections available based on the type of stain you wish to apply. Remove pollutants and remove failing paint. If one chooses to spray the paint on the cedar the best results will be achieved by back brushing the finish during application. Use a large cardboard box to create a m akeshift spray booth for your paint gun.

Pressure washing before painting cedar siding prior to priming and spraying some exterior primer and house paint. In a bucket combine water and household bleach in a 3 to 1 ratio. First remove any mill glaze a hard shiny surface on one side of the siding by sanding. Stains dry rapidly and fresh stain applied over dried stain will show lap marks.

Staining cedar siding differs from application of paint and other finishes. Using a stiff bristled brush scrub the siding. Do prime the exposed wood whether new or previously painted with oil primer. Spray the shakes any common paint sprayer should be able to quickly coat cedar shakes.