How to Paint Outdoor Trim

Outdoor trim accentuates the color of your house and brings a personal touch to the house's look. After exposure to the elements, the trim may need a new coat of paint. To paint the outdoor trim, you must first prepare the area to be painted, but the result is a more attractive home.

220-grit sandpaper
Liquid detergent
Sponge
Cloths
Painter's tape
Trim brush
Trim paint

Instructions

- 1
  Wash the trim with a mixture of water and liquid detergent. Scrub dirt buildup with a sponge. Wipe the trim clean with a damp cloth.
- 2
  Sand any spots of glossy paint with 220-grit sandpaper. Dull and smooth the glossy surface to accept the new paint.
- 3
  Place painter's tape around the trim to be painted to protect the rest of the exterior.
- 4
  Paint the outdoor trim with trim paint and a clean brush. Start at the top inside corner and paint down the side. Paint the opposite side and finally the top and bottom.
- 5
  Paint the outside edge of the outdoor trim with a clean trim brush and trim paint.

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