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How to Paint Exterior Trim Using a Paint Sprayer

Learn how to quickly paint exterior trim on your home using a Wagner paint sprayer. In this tutorial we'll offer tips and tricks to get the job done.

DIFFICULTY: Intermediate

Overview

Refreshing your exterior trim with a new coat of paint is an easy weekend job and it'll give you a crisp new look and lots of curb appeal! You’ll get it done fast with professional looking results using a FLEXiO 3500 paint sprayer.

Before

before painting exterior trim

After

before painting exterior trim
1

Gather Your Materials

Start by gathering your materials. For this project you'll need:

  • FLEXiO 3500 Paint Sprayer
  • Exterior paint and primer (enough for two coats)
  • Paper or plastic sheeting
  • Painters’ tape
  • Canvas drop cloths
  • Dust mask
  • Safety glasses

gathering materials
2

Prepare the Surface

Before painting the trim, make sure you’ve scraped off any loose paint and spot primed any bare wood. Also be sure to fill any gaps with exterior caulking.

repair any areas that are damaged
3

Mask Off the Siding

Cover the area around the trim with paper or plastic so you only get paint on the trim. Cover anything else that you don't want to accidentally get paint on such as shrubs, grass or windows.

mask off the exterior
4

Practice Your Spray Pattern

Prepare your FLEXiO 3500 sprayer for spraying by practicing on a piece of cardboard. When spraying exterior trim, we recommend using the iSpray nozzle which is great for spraying thicker exterior paints on outdoor surfaces. Adjust your air flow, material flow and spray width until you're satisfied with the spray pattern.

practice spray pattern
5

Start Painting

Start on the upper trim and work your way down to the lower trim to avoid bumping your ladder or touching the freshly painted trim.

If you have wood trim, make sure to spray in the direction of the wood grain. You can change the spray pattern from horizontal to vertical and back again by adjusting the front nozzle.

spraying exterior trim
6

Spray All the Trim

Remember to keep your sprayer 6-8 inches away from the surface to ensure even coverage and minimum overspray. Wipe off the tip with a damp rag every few minutes to keep the tip from clogging with paint.

spraying exterior trim
7

Enjoy Your New Trim

Your house will look so much better with freshly painted trim, plus you'll instantly boost your curb appeal.

smiling holding sprayer
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