How to Paint Old Wood Exterior Window Trim
A well-prepared old wood exterior window trim will help to ensure a beautiful looking and long lasting paint job. By implementing the proper techniques to remove existing paint and smooth the surface of a wood frame, the results of painting the trim will be far more pleasing to the eye than simply painting over an untreated surface. Careful steps and the correct tools will make the process a successful one. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Sponge
- Mild dish detergent
- Exterior paint primer
- Exterior paint
- Utility knife
- Putty knife
- Fine grade sand paper
- Wood filler
- Soldering iron
Instructions
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Wash the old wood exterior window trim with a sponge dampened with water and a mild dish detergent to remove dirt and flaking paint.
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Remove putty from around the glass and frame by running a utility knife along the seam. Work the putty free and carefully pull it away from the window. You may want to use a soldering iron to heat some of the stubborn, sticking putty. The heat will make it more pliable and convenient to remove.
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Rub a fine grade sand paper over the wood portion of the window frame to smooth the surface and prepare it for painting.
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Apply wood filler to any cracks and holes with a putty knife and allow to dry according to the manufacturer's specifications.
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Sand over the portions of the trim where putty was applied so that it is flush with the rest of the wood.
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Cover the glass that borders the wooden frame with painters tape to protect it from the paint application process.
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Apply an exterior latex paint primer to the wooden trim with a small nylon bristled paint brush. Be sure to thoroughly mix the primer, prior to application, with a mixing stick.
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Allow the primer to completely dry, according to manufacturer's directions.
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Apply the desired color of exterior latex paint to the primed wood trim using a clean small nylon bristled paint brush.
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Allow the paint to completely dry, according to the manufacturer's directions.
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Apply a second coat of paint, if desired, and allow to dry.
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Remove the painters tape and apply new wood putty.
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