How to Paint a Barn

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Evaluate the surface of your barn before painting.

   Leaks in the roof, cracks in the walls and other structural problems should be corrected prior to barn painting to ensure that the job lasts.
   
   A power washer works well, though you may need to scrub some areas by hand.
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   Step 2: Wash the surface of your barn to remove dirt

   , Use chemical paint remover for stubborn areas. ,, Make sure rain is not in the forecast.
   
   Expect to use a gallon of paint for every 300 to 400 square feet (91.44 to
   121.92 meters). ,, If it does Repeat the last steps. ,,
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   Step 3: grime and loose paint chips.

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   Step 4: Scrape all loose paint chips off the surface of the barn.

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   Step 5: Select an exterior latex paint that is 100 percent acrylic.

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   Step 6: Allow the surface of your barn to dry before beginning to paint.

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   Step 7: Paint your barn.

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   Step 8: Look at your barn once you finish the first coat of paint to determine if it needs a second.

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   Step 9: Apply a second coat to your barn

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    Step 10: if needed.

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    Step 11: Paint windows

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    Step 12: hardware and trim with an enamel paint.

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