During the hot days of summer, winter is the furthest thing from your mind. You’re probably too busy with pool parties, family vacations, and back-to-school prep to be thinking about how to prepare your home for the upcoming winter. However, in just a few short months, you’ll be trading your swimsuits for sweaters, and your home will be facing freezing temperatures and piles of snow.

Now is the time to start getting ready for the colder months and ensuring your home is ready for the wind, ice, and snow. Let’s explore how Rosewood’s painting services can help your home endure the winter, no matter what the weather throws at it.

Exterior Painting

Winter weather can cause all kinds of wear and tear on your home’s exterior. Fluctuating temperatures are particularly destructive, causing paint to peel, crack, and fade. Fortunately, with proper preparation and a fresh coat of exterior paint, you can shield your home from damage, ensuring it’s still in top condition when spring arrives.

Start by inspecting your home’s exterior for signs of damage, such as peeling paint or cracks. Thoroughly clean the surfaces you intend to paint, whether with professional pressure washing services or doing it yourself with a scrub brush and soapy water. Additionally, repair any cracks, holes, or other damages before painting to ensure a smooth finish.

At Rosewood, we use high-quality, weather-resistant paints for all exterior painting projects. If needed, we apply a primer before painting, which helps the paint adhere better and last longer. Our goal is to ensure a smooth, durable finish that will stand up to any and all weather conditions.

Brick and Stucco Painting

Painting brick and stucco requires special attention due to these materials’ unique textures and compositions. Without the proper techniques and tools, your freshly painted brick or stucco likely won’t come out of the winter season unscathed.

To ensure durable and satisfactory results, the following steps are crucial:

• Cleaning: Pressure wash the brick or stucco surface to remove any dirt, debris, or flaking paint.
• Repairing and patching: Inspect the surface for any cracks or damaged areas. Masonry caulk can be used to fill small cracks, while a patching compound is better for larger areas. Allow the repairs to dry completely before moving to the next step.
• Priming the surface: Applying a masonry primer is essential before painting brick or stucco. The primer helps seal the porous surface, providing a good base for the paint.
• Selecting the appropriate paint: Choose a high-quality masonry paint specially formulated for brick or stucco. These paints are designed to expand and contract with the surface, preventing peeling and cracks.
• Painting: Whether you apply the paint using a roller, brush, or sprayer, ensure that the coverage is even. Two coats usually provide the best protection and appearance.

Deck Painting and Staining

You may not plan on using your deck much in the winter, but it’s still a good idea to give it a refresh before the cold descends. Proper painting, staining, and sealing are crucial to protect the wood from moisture, temperature changes, and UV rays.

At Rosewood, we are meticulous and thorough throughout every stage of the deck painting and staining processes, providing a beautiful and long-lasting finish that will stand up to even the harshest of winters.

First, we check the deck for any loose boards, screws, or nails. Then, we clean the surface with our professional power washing equipment to remove any dirt, debris, mold, or mildew. Once it dries, we sand the deck to remove the old paint or stain and create a smooth surface and open up the wood pores, allowing the stain or paint to penetrate better.

Next, it’s time to apply your chosen paint or stain. Paint creates a dramatic transformation and offers better protection from the elements, while stain allows the natural wood grain to show through. After everything has dried, we’ll apply a sealer to shield the surface from moisture and UV damage.

Log Cabin Refinishing

If you’re planning on taking a trip to your log cabin this winter, now is the time to refinish it! The processes involved in log cabin refinishing are similar to those of deck staining or painting — inspecting, cleaning, performing repairs, sanding, applying paint or stain, and sealing. With our reliable log cabin refinishing services, you won’t have to worry about pest infestations, water leaks, or deteriorating wood interrupting your snowy retreat.

Prepare for Winter with Rosewood

Painting and maintenance go a long way in preparing your home for the winter. Don’t wait until it’s too late — contact Rosewood today to schedule your services before it gets too cold. By being proactive, you can rest assured that your home will be protected from the winter weather.