House painting (again)



A lot of my weekends are filled with this at the moment. Lots of taking off old paint and reapplying it, hoping it won't bubble!
 
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  1. AnonymousJune 12, 2013 at 5:53 AM

    What was the old paint of your siding? Good idea on repainting it again because the new coat of paint will help the siding not to rot, and it will lengthen its lifespan. Anyway, you picked a nice color. It will certainly make your home look fresher and more inviting. ->Blair Construction L.L.C

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  2. Josie MorettiJune 20, 2013 at 8:05 AM

    Good choice on the color of the paint for the siding. That’s a cool color that will brighten up the ambiance of your home. If you want your siding to last longer, I suggest you paint it at least once a year. This will help to prevent the wood from rotting. ->North West Exteriors

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