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The one thing everyone messes up when they paint their own trim
I keep seeing people skip the sanding step on new wood, and it makes the paint peel in under a year. What's your go-to prep method for trim?
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robert_craig12d ago
My last house had trim that looked awful after six months because I didn't sand the factory finish. Now I always start with 120 grit sandpaper to rough up the surface, then wipe it down with a damp cloth to get rid of the dust. A good oil-based primer is my next step, it sticks way better than the water-based stuff. That routine has kept my paint jobs looking good for years, no peeling at all.
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logan64811d ago
Actually, water-based primers have come a long way. The newer ones bond just as well to sanded trim. Oil-based is fine, but it's not the only good option anymore.
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