How To Paint Spindles On A Deck

Video How to paint pepper posts on the floor December 3, 2020 Refinishing the porch looks easy, until you get to the railing. Deck reels are one of the most tedious and time-consuming areas to paint a home. Missing one side of the spindle or uneven coats of paint are common obstacles that can frustrate you. With the help of our step-by-step process and a unique Trimaco product, cleaning your laminate floors can really be quick and easy.

Step One: Clean Your Surface

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Before painting, take the time to clean your surface. If you are painting the deck, chances are there is quite a bit of dirt from the outside elements. Powerwash and brush your surface with loose particles and dried paint to ensure good adhesion. Sanding your surface will take care of any peeling paint so your repainting job goes smoothly and cleanly.

Step Two: Prepare Your Space

Read more: how to test an electric vehicle battery Once the surface is clean, you need to do some prep work. Cover any areas to avoid confusion and spread a small cloth down. We recommend Trimaco’s Stay Put Canvas Plus, especially if you’re painting spindles along stairs. A strong base layer will ensure that the falling piece of fabric does not move while painting.

Step Three: Stabilize Your Deck Railing

Make sure there are no loose pivots, or weathering gaps along your railing. Nail the spindles into place and fill in any gaps between the spindle and the handrail. Gaps can lead to rotting wood, which is a safety concern in many ways.

Step Four: Paint Your Spindles

Read more: how to double knit on a loom Once your space is ready and your porch railing is secure, it’s time to paint! The easiest and most time-efficient way to paint deck spindles is with the help of Trimaco painter Mitt. Skip the paintbrush and paint roller – these gloves are essentially gloves and will help keep your hands dry during the painting process. The unique design ensures easy application: simply dip, wrap your hand around the spindle and pull down for complete coverage.

SuperTuff Painter’s Mitt: Designed with three layers for complete protection, this painter’s glove is ideal for painting spindles with interior and exterior paint.
Pro Paint Mitt: If you’re staining your porch or using oil-based paint, then Trimaco’s Pro Paint Mitt is the ideal choice.

Both painted gloves have low color fastness, but for best results we recommend drying them on low heat to remove any loose particles. Learn more about proper use of a painter, before use.

Step Five: Paint your remaining surfaces and let dry

Once your stakes are complete, paint the remaining surfaces of your deck. It’s best to paint the entire board down, and 3-4 panels at a time to avoid seeing overlap. However, make sure you face the stairs, to avoid getting paint into a corner! After the railings, handrails, and all surfaces of the porch are painted to your liking, let the paint dry for 24 hours before adding sealant or walking on it.

Trimaco has your spindles protected. Literally!

Being a handyman and painting your porch doesn’t have to be a lengthy and tedious project. With the right preparation and tools, you can have a freshly painted porch in just a few hours. Explore the full line of Trimaco mops, paint gloves and other jobsite protection materials. Read more: how to make herbalife shake.