Can You Paint Vinyl Siding?
Absolutely. In the past, painting vinyl siding was greatly discouraged and if you did take the plunge, it was recommended that you stick to either the same color or a lighter one. The fear was that as the sun heated your new, darker paint, the expansion, and contraction when the temperature cooled, could cause surface damage. This just isn’t the case anymore. Advancements from paint manufacturers, like Benjamin Moore and Sherwin-Williams, have opened up a whole new spectrum of options. Take a look at Benjamin Moore’s Regal Select REVIVE or Sherwin-Williams’ line of VinylSafe colors. Keep in mind, once painted, the siding will be only as maintenance-free as the paint itself. Below are a few answers to some questions you may have -
Will the Vinyl Siding Still Be Warrantied? It’s important to confirm that painting the siding won't void its warranty if the warranty is still active. Even if the warranty permits painting, make sure you comply with any of the siding manufacturer's stipulations, such as the type and color of paint to use.
Do You Need To Use Primer? There are different schools of thought regarding primer. Some pros use it in almost all cases, while many others start with primer only when it's warranted by the condition of the siding. For example, a primer may be recommended if the siding is pitted or shows other signs of deterioration or severe weathering.
What Happens With Thermal Expansion? It's important to understand that vinyl siding is designed to be installed so that it slides back and forth slightly at its overlapping seams, moving with the expansion and contraction of the material. When the siding contracts in cold weather, you may have a slight color gap at the seams.
By applying a fresh coat of paint on your vinyl siding, you can actually restore the faded siding and improve the look and feel of the entire home. If handled by an expert painter, paints on vinyl siding last longer than on porous surfaces like wood and are much cheaper than replacing the siding itself.
Contact Cobb Brothers - 508-655-7910 when you are ready to update the color of your vinyl siding.