How to Paint Stucco – A Step by Step Guide

If you plan on painting over your home’s stucco, our stucco contractors in Red Deer have prepared a quick guide to help. As always, be sure to contact a stucco professional before attempting any repairs or stucco maintenance.

6 Steps for Properly Painting Stucco

1. Inspect for Issues

Much like any painting project, the first thing you want to do before you start is to inspect your home and the project area to ensure it is good to go. If the stucco has been on your home for a long period of time, you may need to repair it before you get painting. In cases where there are small patches that need to be fixed, you can usually to that on your own. Remember to let your small repairs sit for about 7-10 days before you begin painting.

For larger areas, our Do-All Stucco & Stone team always recommends calling a professional stucco contracting company in Redd Deer, Alberta, to ensure your repairs are done safely and properly.

2. Pressure Washing

Once you are certain that no repairs are needed – or they have been completed – you want to get rid of any excess and unwanted grim and dirt. The reason you want to pressure wash your walls it to guarantee that the paint will stick to your wall, as opposed to sticking to dirt and then falling off.

3. Mold

Piggybacking off of the previous point, be certain that you remove any mold from your wall/project area. In the event, you find some, use a specific mold solution to remove it and wait the allocated time before beginning your new paint job.

4. Don’t Forget to Prime

Any stucco contractors in Red Deer, Alberta, will tell you how important it is to use a primer on your stucco before you start painting it. Doing so will ensure that the paint will last longer and look good for a longer period. Be sure to purchase the correct stucco primer for your walls (i.e. – buying a stained blocking primer if your wall is stained).

5. Roller vs. Sprayer

If you are dealing with a stucco surface that is not very rough, we suggest using a roller for your project. For rough stucco surfaces, where a roller won't do the job, you will have to use a sprayer. A benefit to sprayers is that they are fairly easy to use and give you a quality finish.

 6. The Weather

While it may seem obvious, be sure to check your local weather channel before beginning. Ideally, you want rain-free, sunny weather for a few days to allow your project to properly cure and dry.

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