How to Paint Over Non-Oil-Based Stain on Cedar Siding
- 1). Remove any vegetation that may interfere with your ability to paint using hedge trimmers.
- 2). Remove dirt, dust and as much loose or peeling non-oil-based stain as possible form the cedar siding using the pressure washer. Begin on a low setting and gradually increase pressure to avoid damaging the wood surface. Allow the cedar to dry completely before continuing.
- 3). Scrape away any remaining loose or peeling non-oil-based stain using the metal putty knife.
- 4). Sand away any remaining loose or peeling stain using 80- to 120-grit sandpaper. Sand along with the grain of the wood or you may damage the surface of the cedar siding.
- 5). Cover any areas you do not want painted with blue painter's tape.
- 6). Pour the latex primer into the 5-gallon bucket. Fill it only about half way. Attach the paint roller cover to the roller frame.
- 7). Apply the primer to the cedar siding using the roller. Work from left to right, being especially careful to smooth any runs or drips. Use the 3-to-4-inch paintbrush to apply primer to any areas that proved inaccessible to the roller. Allow the primer to dry for two hours.
- 8). Clean the roller frame and paintbrush with water. Massage the water deep into the bristles of the paintbrush using your fingers. Dispose of the used paint roller cover with your usual garbage.
- 9). Repeat steps six, seven and eight, except use latex paint instead of primer. Use a new, clean roller cover to apply the paint.
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