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The Dos and Don'ts of Painting Shutters
HGTV Magazine has the tips and tricks you need to know.
Photo by: The Matthew Allen
The Matthew Allen
DON’T assume you can take down the shutters
They’re often anchored to the masonry, so removing them can be tricky — and rehanging them is even harder.
DO pick the correct paint
Regular exterior latex is fine for wood shutters, but aluminum and vinyl shutters require a paint formulated for metal or plastic surfaces.
DO apply paint with a brush
You could also use a paint sprayer (rent one for about $90 a day at a home improvement store). The sprayer takes some practice — do a trial run on scrap boards first — but produces a smooth, pro-quality finish.
DON’T paint on a bright, sunny day
Sun can cause the paint to blister. Your ideal weather conditions: cloudy with low humidity.
