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homeowners don't have a relationship with a real estate professional unless
they have made the decision to sell their home. People often do not realize
that a real estate agent can be a great resource for homeowners. Our experienced RE/MAX Lakes
Area Realty
agents, would be happy to help you with any home needs you may have.
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The
exterior paint of your home functions in many ways like the clothes you wear:
to create an important first impression. If you're considering a do-it-yourself
project of repainting your house, you first need to carefully review and select
the kind of paint you'll use. There are several factors to weigh when choosing
a paint type, such as drying time vs. durability. The type of paint used in
previous layers is also important, as is cost. Here are the basic kinds of
paint you'll see:
Stains: Solvent or
water-thinned stains can provide semitransparent, transparent, or solid
finishes for wood, and some may include preservatives.
Primers: New wood or
metal should be sealed with a suggested primer. In general one coat of primer
and one coat of finish will be more durable than two coats of finish.
Oil: Oil paints have
a long drying time (12 to 48 hours), which can make sudden rains a danger, but
are extremely durable. Strong odors and difficult cleanup also make this more
of a choice for professionals than amateurs.
Alkyd: A
solvent-thinned, synthetic-resin paint, alkyds have many of the properties of
oil-based paints but dry more quickly. Works well over older oil or alkyd
layers.
Acrylic: Technically a
type of latex paint, acrylics dry very quickly and will work on almost any
building material.
Latex: A popular choice
for amateurs, latex paints offer easy cleanup, solid durability, and fast
drying times. Latex paints may be incompatible with an existing oil or alkyd
layer.
Be
sure to thoroughly review the options before beginning your painting project.
Hardware and home stores are often willing to help you make the right choice.
If you have any questions about your home, please don't hesitate to call us.
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