Step-by-Step Instructions and Pictures: How to Prepare Your House for Painting

By Mac Wentz
Repairing and preparing wood for longer-lasting paint. Read an overview on how to prepare your house for painting.
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How to Prepare Your House for Painting-Wood Close to the Ground
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Wood Close to the Ground
2. Sand remaining paint off curves or in corners where scrapers don’t reach. Coarse sandpaper, 60 or 80 grit, removes paint quickly and leaves a rough surface for better primer adhesion.
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