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Applying First Coat of Trim Paint

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Painting Trim with The Idaho Painter

What happens here

Once the masking is complete, apply the first coat of white, water-based paint to the exterior window trim. The painter uses a 3-inch Premier Riverdale angled sash brush for this task. He highlights that the trim has a deep, rough grain, and hand-brushing is preferred over spraying for such surfaces. Brushing ensures better adhesion and deeper penetration of the paint into the texture, contributing to a more durable and longer-lasting finish. A 'Brush Buddy' tool is used to keep the brush clean and free from excess paint when not in active use.

Goal: Apply the initial coat of water-based paint to the textured window trim using an angled sash brush for optimal adhesion and durability.

Tools and materials

  • Water-based Trim Paint

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