Building Exterior Paint Calculators
Professional exterior paint calculators organized by building type and construction material. Calculate accurate paint costs, coverage, and material requirements for houses, structures, and all exterior building surfaces.
Exterior Building Preparation Process
Inspection
Assess building condition and identify issues
- • Check for damage
- • Identify problem areas
- • Plan repairs
Cleaning
Remove dirt, mildew, and loose material
- • Power washing
- • Scraping loose paint
- • Mildew treatment
Repairs
Fix structural issues and surface defects
- • Caulk gaps
- • Replace damaged boards
- • Fill holes
Priming
Apply appropriate primer for substrate
- • Choose correct primer
- • Apply evenly
- • Allow proper cure time
Residential Buildings
250-350 sq ft/galComplete home exterior painting solutions
House Exterior Paint
EnhancedComplete house exterior painting cost calculator
Key Considerations:
- • Multiple surfaces
- • Height variations
- • Architectural details
Materials:
House Siding Paint
EnhancedResidential siding painting cost and coverage
Key Considerations:
- • Siding type
- • Texture
- • Lap coverage
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Building Materials
200-400 sq ft/galMaterial-specific exterior painting solutions
Brick Paint
EnhancedBrick surface painting cost and material calculator
Key Considerations:
- • Porosity
- • Mortar joints
- • Primer requirements
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Stucco Paint
EnhancedStucco exterior painting cost calculator
Key Considerations:
- • Texture depth
- • Crack repair
- • Elastomeric needs
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Siding Paint
EnhancedGeneral siding painting cost calculator
Key Considerations:
- • Siding material
- • Condition
- • Preparation needs
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Outdoor Structures
300-500 sq ft/galStandalone structure painting solutions
Shed Paint
EnhancedStorage shed painting cost calculator
Key Considerations:
- • Size
- • Material type
- • Weather exposure
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Garage Door Paint
EnhancedGarage door painting cost and material calculator
Key Considerations:
- • Door type
- • Panel design
- • Hardware removal
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Fence Paint
EnhancedFence painting cost and coverage calculator
Key Considerations:
- • Fence style
- • Linear footage
- • Both sides
Materials:
Building Material Paint Characteristics
| Material | Preparation | Coverage | Coats | Durability | Challenges |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wood Siding | Scraping, sanding, priming | 350-400 sq ft/gal | 2-3 coats | 7-10 years | Weathering, grain raising |
| Vinyl Siding | Cleaning, light sanding | 400-450 sq ft/gal | 1-2 coats | 10-15 years | Adhesion, color limitations |
| Brick | Cleaning, crack repair | 200-250 sq ft/gal | 2-3 coats | 15-20 years | Porosity, mortar joints |
| Stucco | Crack repair, cleaning | 250-300 sq ft/gal | 2-3 coats | 10-15 years | Texture, elastomeric needs |
Exterior Painting Weather Considerations
Temperature
Affects paint flow and drying
Recommendations:
- • Paint between 50-85°F
- • Avoid extreme temperatures
- • Check overnight lows
Humidity
Influences drying time and quality
Recommendations:
- • Ideal: 40-70% humidity
- • Avoid high humidity days
- • Monitor weather forecasts
Wind
Affects spray application and drying
Recommendations:
- • Avoid windy days for spraying
- • Protect wet surfaces
- • Plan application method
Sun Exposure
Causes rapid drying and heat buildup
Recommendations:
- • Follow shade when possible
- • Start early morning
- • Avoid direct sun on wet paint
Exterior Building Painting Tips
Surface Preparation
- • Power wash 2-3 days before painting
- • Scrape all loose and peeling paint
- • Prime bare wood and metal surfaces
- • Caulk all gaps and joints
Application Strategy
- • Start from top and work down
- • Paint in shade when possible
- • Maintain wet edge to avoid lap marks
- • Apply thin, even coats