Please give details on painting vinyl siding. Would this be the same as aluminum siding?

by Cyndee Rees

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Designs by BSB on Jan 20, 2013
The bigger question is -- why would you paint vinyl? Vinyl is typically used because you never have to paint it !

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Cyndee Rees on Jan 20, 2013
Just wanting a color change Becky Sue. My siding is white and I would like a taupe.

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3po3 on Jan 20, 2013
@Cyndee, this thread should offer some helpful information for you; http://www.hometalk.com/diy/q-is-vinyl-siding-paintable-if-so-what-prep-is-needed-and-what-paint-product-do-you-99763

Is vinyl siding paintable? If so, what prep is needed and what paint product do you recommend?

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Miriam Illions on Jan 22, 2013
@Great Home Painting has a few really helpful posts about painting siding. Click on his name to see them on his profile.

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Rhino Shield By Georgia Coatings on Jan 23, 2013
The other thing to consider when painting vinyl siding, is the color. Do not go with a deep or clear base color, the siding could buckel from the heat, and then you will have a bigger problem.

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Custom interiors by Niki on Jan 23, 2013
high quality primer is the key to painting vinyl . Years ago I painted vinyl flooring using primer and good quality top coat. I got great results and the paint job lasted years.

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Peace Painting Co., Inc. on Jan 23, 2013
You don't need a primer. Just go to Sher-Wms. and tell them you are painting over vinyl. They will tint your paint with what is called a 'vinyl safe formula'. Only make sure that it is well pressure washed. Best, Charles

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Anne on Jun 30, 2015
Please remember this if you paint your siding. Vinyl expands and contracts based on temperature. Depending on temp when painted, you could end up with a line of unpainted siding on each piece when expands.

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Please give details on painting vinyl siding. Would this be the same as aluminum siding?

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