How to Paint Aluminum Siding With Zinsser Bullseye

Zinsser Bullseye is a primer, sealer and stain blocker all in one. It can be used on many surfaces and works both indoors and outdoors. It is generally used to prime and seal surfaces. Painting aluminum siding with the Zinsser Bullseye is similar to using any other type of paint. With a few tools and some careful preparation, that old aluminum siding can be looking brand new with Zinsser Bullseye in no time. Does this Spark an idea?

Things You'll Need

  • Hose
  • Water
  • Dish soap
  • Rags
  • Paint brush
  • Paint roller
  • Paint tray
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Instructions

    • 1

      Clean the aluminum siding thoroughly with water and soap to remove any dirt and debris that may be stuck on it. Spray all of the siding down with a hose and allow the water time to run down to the ground.

    • 2

      Inspect the area to see if any dirt remains. Pour some dish soap in a bucket and dip a rag in. Scrub down the dirty areas with a rag and rinse off the area once again. Allow it proper time to air dry before using the Zinsser Bullseye.

    • 3

      Pour the paint into a paint tray and run the paint roller through it. Begin painting the siding starting in any corner of the house. Run the roller horizontally across two or three siding pieces at a time until they are completely covered. Brush the bottom edge of the pieces that have already been painted.

    • 4

      Continue on to the next section and work until all of the aluminum siding has been completely covered in the paint. Allow it at least two hours to completely dry and inspect the area to make sure everything has been covered and no spots were missed.

Tips & Warnings

  • Always try to complete exterior paint jobs when there is no chance of rain and it is not going to be cold out.

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