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Power Washing the Exterior

Bob watches painter Kip Wanamaker power wash the exterior of the house in Naples, Florida.

Exterior Paint Prep

Before starting an exterior paint job, make sure to sand the surface and remove peeling paint. Next wash the surface to remove dirt, power washing if necessary. Patch small cracks and seams with caulk, and check for proper ventilation. Finally, add primer to any bare wood.

How to Pressure Wash

Pressure washing—also known as power washing—is a fast, effective way to restore siding, decking, stone and cement surfaces to their natural color and beauty.

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How To Pressure Wash

Pressure washing also known as power washing is a fast, effective way to restore siding, decking, stone and cement surfaces to their natural color and beauty. Step 1…

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How to Stage a Home

…A staged home needs to be Q-tip-clean," adds Schwarz. For the exterior of the home, cleaning can mean power-washing the siding, scrubbing and staining the deck, and taking down unsightly cobwebs. Inside the house, any dust, stains…

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Cleaning and Repainting Wood Siding

…by hand are the most common. Other options include power washing, wet sandblasting, orbital sanders, stripping with…
…heated paint removers. Each carries its precautions. Power washing and wet sandblasting can dig holes in the wood surface…

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