I'm about to begin the prep for painting the exterior trim (soffets,
lookouts, facia etc). I'm on the central coast of California - mild and
sunny almost all year... not much rain. Please check my steps and
comment/correct and add at will!

1. Pressure wash the grunge off.
2. Prep cracks with spackle
3. Deep/wide cracks get caulking
4. Sand if required
5. Paint my arse off!

I am planning on using a semigloss latex (rolling and brushing because I
don't have access to sprayer (exterior latex of course) and haven't decided
on a brand. I want to use a good quality paint and am soliciting for
quality brands that you've liked working with.

Thanks,

DJay