Shed Project
Painting Shed
Sheds can be more than just a practical storage unit on your property, they can improve the overall design and be a key part of your backyard landscaping. It is critical to take good care of the storage shed and make sure it is maintained over the years. Make your shed look great by following these simple steps.
Hose or Pressure washer
Sandpaper or Wagner PaintEater
Replacement boards/nails/hammer (if necessary)
Safety glasses
Gloves
Masking tape
Drop cloth
Primer
Exterior paint
Wagner ProCoat or Sprayer
Extension cord
Step 1
Surface preparations are critical to every painting project. It is important to remove all the debris, dirt and loose paint prior to priming or painting to allow the paint to properly adhere to the surface so paint it will have better protection and longer durability.
Scrape, sand and pressure wash all the old paint and debris. To remove the paint, the Wagner PaintEater does a great job and is fast, so it will save valuable time.
Step 2
Repair or replace any loose or damaged boards prior to pressure washing.
Step 3
When pressure washing, spray in a steady, consistent pattern to avoid missing any spots and cleaning some areas multiple times. To be efficient don't jump around while spraying. Keep the sprayer 10-12 inches away from the surfaces and move at a steady pace.
Step 4
Allow for plenty of time for the surface to dry at least 24 hours.
Step 5
Taping. Mask off any areas you don't want covered with primer or paint such as the metal trim, hinges, locks etc.
Step 6
Priming. Will provide good protection on the wood, especially if it is new bare wood.
Step 7
Spraying. Using a Wagner ProCoat, keep the sprayer 10-12 inches from the surface, working in a consistent pattern. Overlap each spray pattern about 30% to have even coverage.
Step 8
Allow the primer to dry. Follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Step 9
Painting. Using a Wagner ProCoat, keep the sprayer 10-12 inches from the surface, working in a consistent pattern. Overlap each spray pattern about 30% to have even coverage. Complete the trim.
Shed Painting Project
Wagner Paint Crew
