How do you paint a linear weatherboard?

How to paint Linea weatherboards

  1. Ensure the surface is clean and dust free.
  2. Fill any nail holes using Contract filler and gaps with Selleys Exterior No More Gaps.
  3. Spot prime filled areas with Resene Quick Dry Primer.
  4. Topcoat options: Recommend 3 coats of Resene Sonyx 101 waterborne semi-gloss.

What is Scyon Linea?

The premier Australian advanced cement composite weatherboard. A 16mm thick horizontal weatherboard with deep shadow lines. It is the thickest weatherboard available. Highly durable, Scyon™ Linea™ weatherboard is the weatherboard that weathers well. Front to back, ground to roof, inside and out, country to coast.

Can you use a roller to paint weatherboards?

Weatherboards will need to be painted with a small roller, brush or spray, while brick and render can be painted with sprays or extra-long nap rollers. If you’re painting anything other than weatherboards you’ll need to add a few additional materials.

What is the best time to paint house exterior?

Early summer and early fall usually offer up the best weather conditions, with minimal rain and minimal fluctuations in temperature from day to night. This will ensure the paint goes on smoothly and has the chance to dry and cure properly.

What is the best way to paint weatherboards?

For best results, begin at the top and work your way down. Paint the underside of the boards first, then the face. Use long strokes in a horizontal motion from one side to the other. Avoid stopping halfway along a board as the paint will dry and you’ll get a visible overlapping, which is difficult to correct.

Is it necessary to powerwash a house before painting?

So, yes — you should power wash your house before painting so that the new coat of paint will properly bond to your home exterior. Power washing is the key to ensuring a long-lasting paint job every time.

What happens if it rains after you paint your house?

Rain will wash wet paint off the surface and paint won’t be absorbed into a wet surface. When it is raining outside, the paint will wash away if it isn’t dry. The best way to handle this is to be sure to avoid rainy days. If there is rain forecast for significant parts of the day, plan it for another time.