Staining And Painting Windows - It's Good For Wood

When it comes to a choice of materials that replacement windows can be constructed from, wood is often what people want to buy. Lots of folks just think wood windows improves the looks of a home. Staining and painting windows will be necessary if you do choose wood, and this regular maintenance may be an unwelcome chore for some.

Wood windows which are not vinyl or aluminium clad may come already primed, but this primer applied by the manufacturer in their factory is not designed for the long term protection of your windows against the effects of the weather. A primer is there simply to help a coating of paint adhere properly to the wood, and not for anything else. You should paint it as soon as you can, and not doing so may alter terms of a warranty.

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Two coats of paint will be necessary, and yes you will have to paint on the outside, as staining will not afford enough protection. This should be a quality exterior paint, and applied according to instructions on the can. Sometimes it will be recommended that you sand down the window first before painting, and sometimes not.

For the interior you can choose either painting or applying a stain to bring out the beauty of the natural wood window. Many varnishing products exist to choose from and purchase, some requiring a pre-stain first. And it is recommended that whatever stain you use, to apply a clear finish coat as per instructions.

Don't mix manufacturers for these differing layers, as compatibility may be a problem. And check that the room temperature is okay for the staining to go ahead.

You should always be careful not to get the paint or stain on the weather-stripping, as this sealing may become brittle and crack (depending on what weather-stripping material is used) And whether painting or staining let everything dry and cure okay before you close the window / replace the removable panels or sashes, or you may not be able to open it again!

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Author Notes:

Anthony Lee contributes and publishes news editorial to http://www.replacement-windows-n-shutters.com. Find everything you need to know about replacement windows, shutters, tinting, basement, fiberglass windows and more.