What Can Be Done To Restore The Shine Of Outdoor Wood Surfaces?

Choose the right paint sheen for your exterior wood surfaces to enhance curb appeal and durability. Different types of paint sheens, such as acrylic latex, acrylic enamel, and satin or semi-gloss sheens, are recommended for various surfaces like wood, masonry, siding, metal, and exterior trims. The best sheen is any paint that’s glossers, as flat is the least durable and least recommended.

To make wood shine again, clean the surface thoroughly, apply a wood polish or beeswax-based product, and buff the surface with a soft cloth. Exterior wood finishing varnishes now contain UV absorbers, which extend the lifetime of the coating and help maintain its glossy finish. They are great choices for previously stained or treated wood and resist cracking, peeling, and blistering common to weathering.

Retaining the natural look of new wood requires annual treatments with a deck brightening chemical, followed by pressure washing and possibly a polyurethane varnish. Products like Minwax Wipe-on Poly offer a clear finish. Sanding is a crucial step in the exterior wood refinishing process, using medium-grit sandpaper to gently sand the entire wood surface.

Steps for painting exterior wood trim and siding may include stripping, scraping, reglazing, wire-brushing, filling, and caulking. If using a penetrating coating, an application of wax will elongate the finish if there is good UV protection in that and in the stain. In summary, choosing the right paint sheen for your exterior wood surfaces can significantly improve curb appeal and overall home appearance.