How To Paint On Vinyl Siding

Use an acrylic bonding primer.

How to paint on vinyl siding.

Even newer vinyl siding can look bad if the installation isn t proper and no amount of paint will improve it. Start in a corner and paint with the grain of your vinyl siding. Quality paint manufacturers offer paints specifically formulated for vinyl siding and usually specify a variety of vinyl safe colors that is colors that won t absorb too much heat. The stress on vinyl siding is high as fluctuating temperatures expand and contract the material.

Then you can apply the paint. Evenly coat the entire surface taking care not to apply too much paint in any one section. This will ensure that the finishing coat stays on properly and even better it will help the paintwork to last for longer. Use the sprayer to coat the surface taking care to apply the paint evenly.

Many paints for vinyl are a blend of urethane and acrylic resins combining flexibility and excellent adhesion. Inadequate nailing can make the siding look wavy or pull away from the underlayment. If the vinyl is peeling and cracked a primer should be applied first. Apply a primer to the sidings.

Apply paint until you cover the whole area. You should also apply a second coat for the best effect. When painting an aluminum or vinyl siding primer must be used to ensure that the paint sticks to the surface.