Exterior Painting
AbouT Exterior Painting
Choosing the Perfect Exterior Colors. How Does it Work?
Step 01 - WALKTHROUGH & ARCHITECTURAL ASSESSMENT
The exterior color process starts with Lee walking your entire property to assess the architectural style of your home. We look closely at fixed elements that cannot be changed—your roof shingles, brickwork, stone facades, and existing window trims. The goal is not just to pick a color you like, but to choose a palette that enhances your home's best architectural features while blending beautifully with the surrounding neighborhood.
Step 02 - SUN EXPOSURE & CLIMATE ANALYSIS
Unlike interior paint, exterior colors are subjected to harsh, direct sunlight, fluctuating temperatures, and heavy rains. We carefully evaluate which sides of your house receive the most intense afternoon UV rays, as these walls tend to fade fastest. We use this information to expertly recommend fade-resistant, UV-blocking, and moisture-repellent paint formulas that will maintain their rich vibrancy and prevent blistering or peeling for years.
Step 03 - CURATING YOUR EXTERIOR PALETTE
Using our specialized color tools, Lee presents you with a highly curated selection of professional exterior schemes. We focus on color harmony—combining a primary body color, a complementary trim color for your eaves and fascia, and an accent color for front doors or shutters. We make it easy to visualize how different tones will interact to create a welcoming and cohesive street presence for your home.
Step 04 - ON-SITE SIDING TESTING
Paint on a small card looks very different than paint applied to textured siding or stucco. We apply large, real-paint test patches directly onto your exterior walls in various locations. We encourage you to view these swatches at different times of day—from the harsh midday sun to the golden hour at dusk—so you can see exactly how natural light plays off the texture and color before making your final decision.
Step 05 - FINAL APPROVAL & PRIME PREPARATION
Once you give the final nod to your perfect exterior color scheme, Planet Painting immediately moves into heavy preparation mode. We thoroughly pressure wash the entire surface, scrape away any loose or peeling paint, sand rough patches, and apply premium exterior primer. We also meticulously mask off your windows, doors, downspouts, and delicate landscaping to ensure a crisp, professional finish with zero overspray.
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200+ Colours to Choose From!
When you work with Planet Painting, our expansive selection of over 200 stunning colours is matched only by our deep understanding of application. We firmly believe that a beautiful shade is only half the equation; choosing the correct sheen, primer, and professional-grade formulation for your specific surface is what guarantees a breathtaking, long-lasting result. Whether you need a moisture-resistant finish for your bathroom walls, a bright, durable topcoat for your kitchen cabinets, or a tough elastomeric coating for your exterior masonry, Lee and our crew guide you through every single option. We ensure the colour you fall in love with is perfectly paired with the right materials to withstand daily life and the elements for years to come.
Selecting the right shade from our library of 200+ premium colours is about more than just aesthetics—it directly influences the atmosphere and energy of your space. At Planet Painting, Lee understands how different tones can make a room feel cozier, more expansive, or professionally inviting. We leverage our years of hands-on experience to guide you away from colours that might clash with existing lighting or fixed fixtures, saving you the stress and expense of repainting down the road. By bringing our expert knowledge alongside our extensive portfolio, we turn a daunting decision into an exciting, confident choice that elevates your property exactly the way you envision.
Materials
Materials & Tools
At Planet Painting, Lee ensures our toolkit goes far beyond just brushes and rollers. We utilize industrial-grade spray rigs for rapid, flawless coverage and invest in advanced masking systems that guarantee razor-sharp lines without overspray on your windows or landscaping. Furthermore, we exclusively partner with leading paint manufacturers known for innovative, durable formulas. This allows us to confidently provide water-based, low-odor options for quick home re-entry, or heavy-duty anti-fungal coatings for exterior moisture control. By pairing top-tier application equipment with the highest-quality liquid coatings, we deliver a premium, long-lasting finish while keeping your daily life completely undisturbed.
A flawless paint job starts with preparation, and at Planet Painting, that begins with sourcing the exact right materials before a single drop of paint touches your walls. Lee and the crew rely on a carefully selected range of professional-grade patching compounds, high-adhesion primers, and specialized sanding abrasives to repair cracks, fill imperfections, and guarantee a perfectly uniform canvas. Furthermore, we tailor our selection process to your specific surface—whether we need specialty additives for waterproofing a damp basement, penetrating sealers for raw exterior wood, or self-leveling epoxies for concrete flooring. This meticulous, surface-specific approach ensures that our premium topcoats adhere with maximum strength, resisting peeling, bubbling, or premature wear no matter the environment.
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