A newly painted hardwood porch is an inviting outdoor space for most homeowners to enjoy. Furthermore, it provides curb appeal for visitors and passersby. Oil-based paint has a reputation for durability and extended wear, however oil paint takes longer to dry than latex paint and generally requires more cleanup once the job is finished. Latex porch paint features durability and effortless cleanup. With the appropriate surface preparation combined with quality paints and gear, a wood porch adorned with latex paint can reach an attractive, long-wearing finish.
Place protective eyewear and gloves. Scrape off any loose flaking and peeling paint with a metal scraper or a oscillating tool with a scraper accessory.
Sweep, brush or vacuum away loose debris from the porch. Give the porch a once-over to test for loose nails, screws or some other minor repairs.
Clean the entire porch with trisodium phosphate (TSP) to remove surface grime. Allow the wood to dry.
Sand the porch with a palm sander using 120-grit sandpaper to smooth out the wood and roughen the aged finish. Sanding the surface also enables the paint adhere better to the wood. Use a rotary tool with sanding accessories for the hard-to-reach areas like interior corners or thorough sections of their railings (if applicable).
Brush away or vacuum all of sanding dust. Many porch paints comprise primer; check the label to be certain that you won’t have to prime the porch prior to painting. In case your porch paint includes primer, then you’re ready to paint.
Shield the area enclosing the porch from paint spills by placing out plastic sheeting. Use painter’s tape to tape any areas where the house meets the porch.
Stir the latex paint with a paint stick for a couple minutes to ensure it’s well-mixed. Pour some paint into a paint tray until the tray is 1/3 into 1/2 full. Coat a paint roller evenly with paint and start painting in smooth strokes. Use a paintbrush to work paint to some tight spots. Work quickly so the paint dries evenly. The paint needs to be completely dry in 72 hours. Check the label for advice from the producer regarding drying time.
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