How to Paint Window Frames & Trim

Learn how to paint window frames and exterior trim to give your home a facelift. For the best results when painting outside, always start at the top and work your way down.

If you’re learning how to repaint window frames and trim, be sure to wash down the surfaces first and allow it to thoroughly dry before proceeding.

Follow these steps for how to paint window trim:
0:00 Introduction
1:40 Remove all loose and flaking paint, with paint scrapers and sandpaper
1:57 Fill any gaps with exterior gap filler, sand it, and then spot prime
2:14 Prime any exposed metal surfaces, such as gutters or aluminium frames
2:31 Apply the first coat, starting with the gables before working down to the gutter and fascia, then fretwork and downpipes
2:47 Check the window channels and difficulty of opening the windows to see if the existing coating needs to be removed before starting
Additional tip: Start painting early in the day to allow enough drying time before closing your windows at night
3:29 If aren’t confident in painting window frames without tape, apply masking tape onto the glass
3:46 Raise each section of the window and ensure you paint all surfaces then allow it to completely dry before returning the windows to their original positions and painting the remaining surfaces
5:02 Paint the frame around the window, starting with the edges and then moving to the faces

The items you need to learn how to paint windows and how to paint trim are the same:
- Haymes Unikleen or soapy water
- Bucket
- Rubber gloves
- Safety eye goggles
- Paint scrapers
- Exterior grade filler and filling blades
- Gap sealer and a gap gun
- Masking tape
- Sandpaper
- Wall brush and sash cutter
- Paint pot
- Haymes Ultratrim: haymespaint.com.au/products/product-information…
- Haymes Solashield: haymespaint.com.au/products/product-information…

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