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Some of the unique concerns for maintaining exterior house paint are things like damage from salt water, wind, (hurricanes), etc. How can an oceanside house be maintained after a successful paint job?
- High quality paint
- Durable paint
Good examples of really good exterior house paint especially for homes by the ocean are:
- A good elastic paint, 100% Acrylic with a satin sheen. This is ideal for wood trim and siding that expands and contracts with harsh weather etc. Elastic paint will expand and contract right along with the house’s surface.
- UV exposure is definitely a concern with homes by the ocean so it’s best to purchase paint from an actual paint store vs. a home improvement store. There are more varieties to choose from making it easier to pick and choose very durable long lasting paint.
Oil over water vs. water over oil is your best choice for the best base paints for your home. You can never be too careful especially when your home is near the ocean. Houses near the ocean can most definitely take a beating from weather elements so it’s important to research and purchase the proper and ideal paint possible. Hiring a professional is highly recommended.
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Obviously you don’t want to paint when it is raining, foggy, soggy, or moist. This should be common sense as painting wet surfaces only result in sloppy work. If you are unsure of what the forecast holds for your painting project it would be best to find that out a head of time so you can make proper plans.
Here are some things to consider before painting the outside of your house providing you have nice dry weather present.
Outside Painting Tips
- If you plan on scraping off old paint to its original surface be sure to cover the bare with a coat of primer in case rain drops make their appearance. If you paint wet wood, it will not be effective and definitely will not be long lasting so keep this in mind.
- It’s important to remember that paint takes more than just a few hours to dry. It usually takes 24 hours or longer to dry completely. Fortunately in FL, warmer temperatures are an advantage for paint to dry as colder temps only prolong the process.
- Try using Latex rather than oi based paint as latex dries faster than oil based paint.
- Try not to paint in direct sunlight. Painting in mild overcast is highly recommended as sunlight can dry only portions of wet paint.
- Avoid seasonal rain if possible when making plans to paint the outside of your house
Do you have any other tips to share that you found worked for you when painting the outside of your house? Please share your experience, we would love to hear from you.
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Believe it or not the type of paint you use absolutely makes a difference. Why? Well a good example of this would be using paint that you would use on metal buildings on a baby’s nursery. You definitely do not want to make this mistake as there is a variety of paint out there for specific projects. Let me break down different kinds of paint that you would use on specific projects to give you an idea how it makes a difference.
Paint for a picket fence
Liquid fence rubberized coating is ideal for painting a picket fence. The coating is fortified and used on barns, stalls, sheds, and fences.
Water-based paint
This type of paint will work for picket fences as it works well with changing weather conditions. It also dries very quickly
Oil-based exterior paint
This particular paint blocks stains which you want for your picket fence.
Paint for bookshelves
Latexis perfect for bookshelves as it is easier to clean up since it is water soluble.
Oil-based is nice for painting a bookshelf as it avoids sticking but it may be harder to keep clean.
Powder-Coated finish is mainly for book collectors who want to see their bookshelves last a long time.
Paint for painting your kitchen
According to eHow “choosing the right paint for your kitchen is a complex task.” If you want the best quality go with Behr or Glidden available at most home improvement stores.
Try to find the kind that prevents molding and mildew stains. This is a plus, especially for your kitchen where you are preparing food.
Go with a semi-gloss finish for the walls. It’s easy to keep clean. For the doorways and trim try using a high gloss finish.
As you can see, the type of paint you use makes a difference depending on the room or project.
What is your experience with paint? Any tips and advice? How about paint disasters. Please share your stories with us.
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How can you get your insurance company to pay for roof damage?
This is an excellent question. Maybe you currently have roof damage but you are fearing what the insurance company is going to say after filing the claim.
According to Distinctive Roofing, LLC, “insurance companies sent teams from all over the country to handle the large amount of claims. The claims ranged from hail damage to wind damage.”
The first thing to do is obviously contact your insurance company to see if they can possibly replace your roof. Believe it or not there are specific steps you need to take in order to possibly get your roof paid for. So, get a pen and paper and take notes even if you currently do not have roof damage. It’s always good to be prepared.
Steps to getting your damaged roof replaced and paid for
- According to Melvin Richardson over at eHow, it’s important to review your insurance policy. This will tell you if your roof is covered or not. Your roof may not be covered in certain situations so pay attention to the fine print to see if you will be spending an arm or a leg on a new roof.
- Call a local contractor to come out to your home to inspect the damage. Most likely he will survey the situation with some snap shots and from there you can determine what to do.
- File a claim with your insurance company ASAP. Give them details of the situation. Your insurance company will recruit an insurance adjuster to come out to thoroughly examine the damage to your roof. Be sure to present all important documents from your recent inspection. The contractor should not begin work until everything has been approved.
- When your claim has indeed been approved, call a contractor of your choosing so that he/she may begin work immediately. It’s important to observe their work to see if it is done professionally. You do not want quick and cookie-cutter work. Make sure the contractor takes pride in his work with outstanding results.
For information on why home insurance may deny roof claims go to ezine articles.
Have you experienced roof damage? If so did your insurance company pay to have it replaced? Please feel free to share your experiences. Any tips or advice would be greatly appreciated.
Are you ready to swing into spring? Spring fever is definitely coming early this year so why not kick it off with your family in Jacksonville?
In a previous post I briefly outlined a list of events and activities for you and your family to enjoy in the month of February. Check out what’s going on in Jacksonville in March according to the Florida Union Times (Jacksonville.com.)
Fairs and Festivals
Saint Augustine Lions Seafood Festival
When? Friday, March 11 from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Location: Francis Field, St. Augustine FL
Clay County Agricultural Fair Opening Day
When? Thursday, March 31 @ 10:00 am
Location: Paul E. Reinhold Agricultural Fairgrounds, Green Cove Springs FL
For more events in March go to Fairs and Festivals
Music
The Jacksonville Blues Festival
When? Friday, March 11 @ 8:00 pm
Location: Moran Theater, Jacksonville FL
James Taylor
When? Tuesday, March 22 @ 8:00 pm
Location: Moran Theater, Jacksonville FL
For more events in March go to Music
Performing Arts
John Mellencamp- No better than this Tour
When? Saturday, March 5 @ 7:30 pm
Location: Moran Theater, Jacksonville FL
Spring Awakening
When? Thursday, March 24 @ 7:30 pm
Location: Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts
For more events in March go to Performing Arts
Education/Campus
Art Matters Lecture Series: “New Acquisitions”- Debra Murphy
When? Wednesday, March 2 @ 10:30 am
Location: MOCA Jacksonville, Jacksonville FL
Florida Master Naturalist Program
When? Tuesday, March 15 @ 6:00 pm
Location: Duval County Extension Service, Jacksonville FL
For more events in March go to Education/Campus
For a complete listing of fun family activities and events in the Jacksonville area go to the Florida Times Union for more information.
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Looking for something fun to do with your family in the coming month?
The City of Jacksonville has a variety of fun events for you and your family to participate in.
According to the Florida Times (Jacksonville), there is an abundance of fun things going on that may be of interest to you and your family. Check these out and mark your calendars! These are just some of the events that will be going on in Jacksonville! Come on down.
Arts and Crafts
ImprovEffect at MOCA
When? Thursday, Feb. 10 @ 7:00 pm
Location: MOCA Jacksonville, Jacksonville FL
Layers, A Visual Dialogue
When? Tuesday, Feb. 15 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Location: Avondale Artworks, Jacksonville FL
For more February events go to Arts and Crafts
Community
12th Annual Fur Ball Gala: Pets in the City
When? Saturday, Feb. 5 @ 6:30 pm
Location: Omni Hotel Jacksonville, Jacksonville FL
Community Connections’ Mardi Gras 2011
When? Friday, Feb. 4 @ 7:00 pm
Location: The Carling, Jacksonville FL
For more February events go to Community
Dance
Winter Dance Concert
When? Thursday, Feb. 10 @ 7:30 pm
Location: Swisher Theater, Jacksonville FL
Tango Inferno
When? Tuesday, Feb. 22 @ 7:30 pm
Location: Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts, Jacksonville FL
For more February events go to Dance
Sports and Outdoors
Jacksonville Giants vs. Mobile
When? Sunday, Feb. 6 @ 1:00 pm
Location: Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, Jacksonville FL
LaCrosse-2011 Sunshine Classic
When? Sunday, Feb. 20 @ 12:00 pm
Location: EverBank Field, Jacksonville Fl
For more February events go to Sports and Outdoors
For a complete listing of activities and events in Business and Tech, Education/Campus, Fairs and Festivals, Food and Dining, Music, Performing Arts, Shopping, Visual Arts and more got to the Florida Times Union (Jacksonville.com)
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