Looking into doing this to my "white" 10 year old siding to change the color
of my house.
Looking to go darker, like a blue or red.

What paint is available? Do I need a primer? What are some do's and don'ts
associated with this? Any websites out there with some helpful hints?
Any info will be helpful.
Thanks.
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"SteveC" writes:

D Looking into doing this to my "white" 10 year old siding to change the color
of my house.
Looking to go darker, like a blue or red.

What paint is available? Do I need a primer? What are some do's and don'ts
associated with this? Any websites out there with some helpful hints?
Any info will be helpful.

Google says it's possible.
Try this site:

http://www.askthebuilder.com/427_Pai...l_Siding.shtml

Personally I think you are destroying the value of vinyl
siding. Vinyl will last a really long time and should not
deteriorate. I don't think the paint will do nearly as well.

On Nov 28, 2:36 pm, "SteveC" wrote:
Looking into doing this to my "white" 10 year old siding to change the color
of my house.
Looking to go darker, like a blue or red.

What paint is available? Do I need a primer? What are some do's and don'ts
associated with this? Any websites out there with some helpful hints?
Any info will be helpful.
Thanks.
--
Stevehttp://jackpot.netwinner.com/?signupCode=vwprheak

I painted our home. It's on year 4 and we are in the harsh North
Atlantic. It's held up well and a lot cheaper than replacing the
siding. We painted as siding does deteriorate - fade. Use 100%
acrylic paint with 0 primer. We used flat paint. I went through the
pain of using my pressure washer with TSP to clean it first and remove
the film from the siding. This provided good bonding (let dry well).

One tip I was given was to "lift" the siding at the overlap joints and
paint in under 1-2". This was due to normal contraction of the siding.
Another important tip is never go a darker shade than the siding color
thats on it now. This will cause warping due to heat. Ie: my house was
a light blue. We used a light yellow (could have used a light green,
red etc).

WOW, thanks for the info. I now feel better going ahead with this project
in the spring.

Cheers!

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On Wed, 28 Nov 2007 14:06:24 -0330, "SteveC"
wrote:

Looking into doing this to my "white" 10 year old siding to change the
color
of my house.
Looking to go darker, like a blue or red.

What paint is available? Do I need a primer? What are some do's and
don'ts
associated with this? Any websites out there with some helpful hints?
Any info will be helpful.
Thanks.
From the Benjamin Moore website, FWIW


Vinyl and aluminum siding require regular maintenance and repair, just
like any exterior painted surface.

Repainting these kinds of surfaces helps:


Restore weathered or faded siding to nearly the original factory
finish
Change your home's color scheme
Protect your siding with the latest coating technology and quality
paint products
Is it possible to paint vinyl and aluminum siding successfully?

The answer to this frequently asked question is "yes."

While paint adhesion can be affected by the wax or silicone layer
common in newly-installed aluminum siding, and by plasticizers in
vinyl siding, these compounds are removed naturally by time and
weather.

Applying paint on vinyl and aluminum siding is actually easier and
less labor-intensive than its application on wood, masonry, or
hardboard surfaces. Because they do not retain moisture, these sidings
dry off quickly and are easier to clean.

Use a brush, roller, or spray equipment to apply paint on these
surfaces. In most cases, a primer is not necessary;apply two coats
will provide optimal protection and longevity.

General Ca Cleaning
Before you begin painting, hand-scrub or power wash your surface to
clean away any mildew or chalk, to ensure maximum adhesion and to
avoid staining.

To clean your surfaces, products such as our Moorwood® Multipurpose
Cleaner & Brightener (063) are ideal. No matter which cleaner you use,
remember to rinse surfaces thoroughly with clean water after washing.

For power washing, use caution with your pressure settings so that you
do not damage the siding or remove sound paint. Take care also not to
use power washing around windows, doors, vents, soffits, or other
openings.

General Ca Priming
Spot prime any bare aluminum areas, and be sure to prime any pitted or
porous areas in vinyl siding. For this task, we recommend Benjamin
Moore Fresh Start® All Purpose 100% Acrylic Primer (023).

After your surfaces are prepared, apply two coats of a high-quality
exterior paint, such as MoorGlo® 100% Acrylic House Paint (096) or
MoorGard® Low Lustre Latex House Paint (103). Both are available in
ready-mixed and custom colors.

With vinyl siding, avoid using a color deeper than your original
siding shade. Darker colors absorb more heat, which can cause your
siding to warp and result in additional repairs and expense.

Selecting Paints
For coating both vinyl and aluminum siding, products such as our
MoorGlo 100% Acrylic House and Trim Paint (N096) or MoorGard Low
Lustre Latex House Paint (103) are ideal choices.

These paints offer superior adhesion due to the presence of alkyd
emulsion. When combined with an acrylic latex resin and premium
quality pigments, the result is a superior, flexible coating that is
able to withstand wide fluctuations in temperature.

They also provide excellent gloss and color retention, and can be
applied in temperatures as low as 35 degrees Fahrenheit. Another
benefit-they are formulated to resist mildew growth, dirt and fumes.

Maintenance
After painting, washing the siding each spring will maintain your
home's appearance and extend the life of your paint job.

On Nov 28, 8:23�pm, "SteveC" wrote:
WOW, thanks for the info. �I now feel better going ahead with this project
in the spring.

Cheers!


ask a realtor, you are likely about to decrease your homes value. no
matter what paint wears scratches and fails.

you are turning a no maintence home into a repaint every 5 or 10
years, and will pay the price at home resale time.

On Nov 28, 10:02 pm, " wrote:
On Nov 28, 8:23�pm, "SteveC" wrote:

WOW, thanks for the info. �I now feel better going ahead with this project
in the spring.

Cheers!

ask a realtor, you are likely about to decrease your homes value. no
matter what paint wears scratches and fails.

you are turning a no maintence home into a repaint every 5 or 10
years, and will pay the price at home resale time.

Vinyl and aluminum wear also. My old aluminum chalked so much that
when I cleaned it, it was mostly bare metal. And no matter what's up
-- metal, vinyl, wood -- it wears and requires maintenance.

Hopkins writes:

On Nov 28, 10:02 pm, " wrote:
On Nov 28, 8:23�pm, "SteveC" wrote:

WOW, thanks for the info. �I now feel better going ahead with this project
in the spring.

Cheers!

ask a realtor, you are likely about to decrease your homes value. no
matter what paint wears scratches and fails.

you are turning a no maintence home into a repaint every 5 or 10
years, and will pay the price at home resale time.

Vinyl and aluminum wear also. My old aluminum chalked so much that
when I cleaned it, it was mostly bare metal. And no matter what's up
-- metal, vinyl, wood -- it wears and requires maintenance.

Vinyl does not require maintenance.
Unless you consider a powerwashing every 10 years maintenance.

Mines at 20+ years and it looks brand new.

On Nov 29, 12:02Â*am, " wrote:
On Nov 28, 8:23�pm, "SteveC" wrote:

WOW, thanks for the info. �I now feel better going ahead with this project
in the spring.

Cheers!

ask a realtor, you are likely about to decrease your homes value. no
matter what paint wears scratches and fails.

you are turning a no maintence home into a repaint every 5 or 10
years, and will pay the price at home resale time.

It was a very good move for me. The life of the siding (30+ yrs) had
faded out. $600.00 in paint or $6000 in new siding. Where I reside
wood siding (rough side out) is preferred over anything else and is a
selling factor in home resale. 120+ year old homes in my immediate
area with anything but wood siding, well, just looks cheap and tacky.

On Nov 29, 6:03Â*am, wrote:
On Nov 29, 12:02Â*am, " wrote:

On Nov 28, 8:23�pm, "SteveC" wrote:

WOW, thanks for the info. �I now feel better going ahead with this project
in the spring.

Cheers!

ask a realtor, you are likely about to decrease your homes value. no
matter what paint wears scratches and fails.

you are turning a no maintence home into a repaint every 5 or 10
years, and will pay the price at home resale time.

It was a very good move for me. The life of the siding (30+ yrs) had
faded out. $600.00 in paint or $6000 in new siding. Where I reside
wood siding (rough side out) is preferred over anything else and is a
selling factor in home resale. 120+ year old homes in my immediate
area with anything but wood siding, well, just looks cheap and tacky.

well the OP is painting to change color from white to red. the red
color may cause siding to expand and contract more.

I would have zero objections if the vinyl were worn and being
repainted the same color.

but expansion may cause wear at overlap points, vinyl moves a lot,
thats why its never nailed solidly in place.

OP is creating maintence issues while devaluing his home....

It's just temporary till we can afford to replace the siding. I don't mind
touching up spots here and there every year, not a big deal for me. If I
can get 2-3 years out of it till I can replace the siding, I will be happy.

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On Nov 29, 6:03 am, wrote:
On Nov 29, 12:02 am, " wrote:

On Nov 28, 8:23?pm, "SteveC" wrote:

WOW, thanks for the info. ?I now feel better going ahead with this
project
in the spring.

Cheers!

ask a realtor, you are likely about to decrease your homes value. no
matter what paint wears scratches and fails.

you are turning a no maintence home into a repaint every 5 or 10
years, and will pay the price at home resale time.

It was a very good move for me. The life of the siding (30+ yrs) had
faded out. $600.00 in paint or $6000 in new siding. Where I reside
wood siding (rough side out) is preferred over anything else and is a
selling factor in home resale. 120+ year old homes in my immediate
area with anything but wood siding, well, just looks cheap and tacky.

well the OP is painting to change color from white to red. the red
color may cause siding to expand and contract more.

I would have zero objections if the vinyl were worn and being
repainted the same color.

but expansion may cause wear at overlap points, vinyl moves a lot,
thats why its never nailed solidly in place.

OP is creating maintence issues while devaluing his home....

"SteveC" wrote in message

What paint is available? Do I need a primer? What are some do's and
don'ts associated with this? Any websites out there with some helpful
hints?
Any info will be helpful.
Thanks.

Easily done with any good exterior paint. Think very hard about what you are
doing though.

My wife has wanted me to paint our house just co change color, but I'm not
doing it. We have no plants tomove so I'm not going to paint it now and
have to do it again in five to ten ears when I'm older and retired with less
income. The way my siding has aged, I'm good for another 30 years of no
labor.
Ed

talked to a neighbor today who painted his siding on upper part of
home 10 years ago when putting on addition.

he had it painted white on white because the new siding didnt match
the old it had yellowed. its held up ok for the early years , but has
worn off here and there and is now peeling.

they did a real pro job, pressure washed, delustered, primed and two
coats of paint. ended up 1/2 the price of new siding.

he is preparing to sell and downsize and really regrets they didnt
replace it. his wife wanted a jacuzzi tub, which got little use and is
now covered with a wood plank, after wife tired of cleaning it, even
unused, it got dusty.

again new siding doesnt exactly match old, realtor said paining will
make it harder to sell and decrease home value, his only option
appears a complete reside aboutr 12 grand, by the first estimate