Exterior Painting in Columbia
It Takes Years to Know If the House Was Painted Properly
Just because a house has the “wow” look to it after it has been painted doesn’t mean it could not have the “OMG” moment when the paint starts peeling in a couple of years. Whether you live in Columbia or Ellicott City, 5 key principles should be followed.
Klappenberger & Son has been providing exterior painting in Columbia for over 30 years.
There are 5 key principles that we follow when painting any exterior home.
Before you hire your next painting contractor to paint your home, it we be wise to know the 5 essential principals to making sure your exterior home painting in Columbia last as long as possible.
The 5 principles are as follows:
- Power washing properly
- Using a moisture meter
- Choosing the right primer
- The right amount of topcoats
- Working in cooperation with Mother Nature
Klappenberger & Son Is Your Exterior Painting Company of Columbia
Whether you own a bungalow or a mansion on the hill, consider Klappenberger & Son as your exterior painting contractor in Columbia.
With our 30 years of experience, we can advise you on the best products and methods to ensure your home is protected and beautiful.
In addition to being a painting contractor, we also can do other carpentry and handyman projects around your home.
- Repair rotten wood with wood or composite
- Replace decks and handrail
- Porch rescreening
This makes us an ideal one-stop-shop to get your most prized position looking awesome!
Exterior Painting in Columbia: The 5 Principals = 5 Year Warranty
Let’s Talk About Power Washing Properly
When power washing or pressure washing your exterior, we let the chemicals do the work, not high pressure. We leave the high-pressure to Time Share salespeople.
We use the least amount of chemicals that kill mildew and get rid of dirt and pollen collected on the home.
Our cleaning products will not harm your plants or flowers!
FYI – We insist that the chemical stay on for fifteen minutes.
Why?
Fifteen minutes is the amount of time necessary to kill the mold spores, or they will grow through the paint.
FAQ: About power washing.
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#2. The Moisture Meter
It is impossible to feel the wood and know if the moisture content is low enough to paint. And believe it or not, most painters do not own a moisture meter.
Why this isn’t as important as a paint can opener is beyond me.
FYI – The most likely cause of paint peeling is water.
Almost all paint requires the moisture content to be below 16%.
#3. Choosing the Right Primer
There is no “one size fits all” for exterior primers. Whether you are painting Georgia Pine or pine from Canada, it’s not all the same primer.
What happens if you choose the wrong primer? The paint will peel.
Why?
Because the wood, primer, and top coat of paint are not expanding and contracting at the same rate.
With the sharp changing seasons of Columbia, it is important to have all 3 surfaces expanding and contracting at the same rate.
When choosing Klappenberger & Son, we can advise you on which primer will work best with your surface.
#4. Exterior Painting in Columbia: One Coat or Two?
Besides applying two coats satisfies the warranty, it also extends the paint job’s life for years.
For example, the picture on the right clearly shows where someone brushed the edges and seams and then painted the exterior wall with a roller.
The areas that received two coats have significantly more paint left.
Applying a second coat of paint usually adds about 30-35% to the total cost of the job. Considering it can extend the paint job’s life by 5 years, it is a wise investment.
It is not always necessary or recommended to apply two coats. For example, areas that get little or no direct sunlight and are protected from rain often need just one coat of paint.
#5. Proper Weather Conditions
We are often asked what season is best for exterior painting. It depends on the temperature. Most manufactures like the temperature to be lower than 90 degrees and above the mid-’30s for at least 24 hours. If paint freezes before it fully dries, then it can lose its ability to cure fully.
Also, if it rains shortly after the surface is painted, the rain can seep through the paint, causing bubbles.
Therefore it is best not to paint when the chance of rain is above 30-40% for the next 24 hours.
Recent Exterior Painting Job In Columbia
Whether your exterior siding is:
- Cement board
- Vinyl or aluminum
- Brick
- Stucco
- Lime Wash
we have additional information ready for you!
Typically we can get a detailed estimate to you within a couple of days.
Call us today for a free estimate
443-596-6703
Yes, We do Lime Wash as well!
Klappenberger & Son Is Your Exterior Painting Company in Columbia
Not only do we know the ins and outs of painting, but we also have some terrific carpenters.
Whether you have rotten wood trim boards, a loose handrail, or other exterior maintenance projects we have you covered.
Other Services include:
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Enter your name, email and phone number below. One of our friendly staff members will get back to you within 60 minutes to schedule your free exterior painting estimate. We can’t wait to meet you!
