Think Stick

First time homeowners are naturally clueless about the different things that need to be maintained around the house. If you’re like me who has spent years living in a rented apartment, then you probably were as shocked as I was to find out that house painting isn’t as simple as picking up a bucket of paint from the hardware store and splashing it onto the ceiling and walls.

How was I to know too that there were different kinds of paint for use inside and outside the house? Imagine that! I thought paint was paint and all I had to do was pick a pretty color to make the house exterior look a bit more alive and welcoming to guests. Boy, was I wrong!

Fortunately, I found plenty of informative sites online that had exterior painting ideas for novices. I know I’ll never be an expert on the subject, but at least I’m assured now that I’ll be able to tell the difference between regular paint and roof paint. There’s also plenty more to learn about priming, paint texture and using the right kinds of painting equipment for painting house exteriors. I’m confident though that in a couple more months I will be able to start my own exterior house painting project and be successful at it.