neil r Posted June 2, 2016 Share Posted June 2, 2016 (edited) Finally got enough time to spruce up the outside of the family pile. Got a nice big set of manly ladders and the prep work is coming along nicely. Only problem so to speak is wether to use a roller for the walls or a brush. The roller has the advantage of speed but is messier and a pain in the arse to clean where as your brush is much slower but does a better job. Im drawn toward the brush. Any thoughts before I finally bite the bullet? Edited June 2, 2016 by neil r Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ally Bongo Posted June 2, 2016 Share Posted June 2, 2016 Pay a painter and decorator and go to the pub Life is too short ........... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DOUBLE A Posted June 2, 2016 Share Posted June 2, 2016 Roller all the way although Ally's advice is sound Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huddersfield Posted June 2, 2016 Share Posted June 2, 2016 35 minutes ago, Ally Bongo said: Pay a painter and decorator and go to the pub Life is too short ........... Or Plan B....acquire a few lung problems exacerbated by, amongst other things, paint. Anyway, I asked Mrs. H & she said brushes are better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIGHTOWER 1314 Posted June 3, 2016 Share Posted June 3, 2016 Get the missus to do it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ormond Posted June 3, 2016 Share Posted June 3, 2016 You mention walls. You, don't mention if they are harled(pebbledashed), brick, wood lining, etc. You also don't mention which type of paint you have opted to use. That determines which applcation method is best. P.S. I've been at this for 21 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
killiefaetheferry Posted June 3, 2016 Share Posted June 3, 2016 1 hour ago, Ormond said: You mention walls. You, don't mention if they are harled(pebbledashed), brick, wood lining, etc. You also don't mention which type of paint you have opted to use. That determines which applcation method is best. P.S. I've been at this for 21 years. Wow, just shows it's always a good idea to get advice from someone who knows what they are talking about ! Do you know anyone he could ask ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ormond Posted June 3, 2016 Share Posted June 3, 2016 1 minute ago, killiefaetheferry said: Wow, just shows it's always a good idea to get advice from someone who knows what they are talking about ! Do you know anyone he could ask ? As long as he disnae bother me during tattie picking season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil r Posted June 3, 2016 Author Share Posted June 3, 2016 4 hours ago, Ormond said: You mention walls. You, don't mention if they are harled(pebbledashed), brick, wood lining, etc. You also don't mention which type of paint you have opted to use. That determines which applcation method is best. P.S. I've been at this for 21 years. Ah right. It's harling though given the place in early 100 years old it's relatively smooth harling. More 'bumpy' but still harled. Hence e thinking the brush. Type of paint? External masonary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DOUBLE A Posted June 3, 2016 Share Posted June 3, 2016 From back in the day give it two coats, thin the first one down with turps/water (depends if oil or water based masonry paint) this will allow the first coat to soak in and seal it up, or if it's really pourous you might need to coat it with a sealer first use a brush to cut in round Windows/doors/facia etc, then roll in the gaps, try and get hold of a long extending roller pole to get as much as you can with the ground if you have time tape some plastic or cardboard to the Windows and doors as this will save you having to scrape off the roller spray from the Windows Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil r Posted June 3, 2016 Author Share Posted June 3, 2016 3 hours ago, neil r said: Ah right. It's harling though given the place in early 100 years old it's relatively smooth harling. More 'bumpy' but still harled. Hence e thinking the brush. Type of paint? External masonary. I meant to say thats its also had several coats of paint in the past. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hannibal smith Posted June 3, 2016 Share Posted June 3, 2016 9 hours ago, Ormond said: You mention walls. You, don't mention if they are harled(pebbledashed), brick, wood lining, etc. You also don't mention which type of paint you have opted to use. That determines which applcation method is best. P.S. I've been at this for 21 years. Looks like a job for Ormond, your travelling time costs may prove a dealbreaker though !!!! Sounds like wet dash roughcast you are talking about, I have always used a brush to apply it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbcmfc Posted June 3, 2016 Share Posted June 3, 2016 We got it done on our old house. Was a terraced house, and managed to persuade the neighbours to get there's done too and got a pretty good deal from a painter. someone else on our estate had tried it themselves, then clearly realised their ladder couldn't reach the gable end. looks ridiculous! I'd consider getting someone in, depends on the value you put in your own time... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ormond Posted June 3, 2016 Share Posted June 3, 2016 Also, take a look carefully around the building. Look for moss or other vegetation stuck to the surface. More often than not you will have this on places. You don't want to paint over this. You simply buy a fungicidal wash treatment that you either brush or roll over the affected area. It is a wash though so has the consistency of water. On heavily mossed areas after the moss has been treated then it will need a loose wire brush to remove the dead crap. Only after this should you start painting. Brushing your home is going to take you forever. You might get it finished in time for Hibs next Scottish Cup win. So, you want to roll it. Usually on inside jobs or more decorative outsides as has been mentioned you cut in the more intricate areas with a brush first. Not this time though as with harling it's easier to roll closely into anything first before tidying up after with the brush. What I will recommend is tape your windows and doors up with polythene as rolling harling gives off a lot of spray. Make sure there are no cars near also, as a light gust of wind can carry the spray. When you are buying your roller the best ones are the thickest, spongiest for harling. Don't go to B&Q. Go to a paint soecialist. You will have a Dulux Decorator Centre near. Google one and they will advise you. With all rollers, optimum perfomance is achieved when the roller is properly worked in. These outdoor masonry rollers take a long time to truly work in. Allow that to happen then let the roller do the work. You will need plenty of paint also. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk Posted June 3, 2016 Share Posted June 3, 2016 15 hours ago, Ally Bongo said: Pay a painter and decorator and go to the pub Life is too short ........... This Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fish Supper Posted June 3, 2016 Share Posted June 3, 2016 14 hours ago, Ormond said: You mention walls. You, don't mention if they are harled(pebbledashed), brick, wood lining, etc. You also don't mention which type of paint you have opted to use. That determines which applcation method is best. P.S. I've been at this for 21 years. Ormond, Would have thought after 21yrs you would have finished the job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orraloon Posted June 3, 2016 Share Posted June 3, 2016 5 minutes ago, Fish Supper said: Ormond, Would have thought after 21yrs you would have finished the job! Did you miss the bit where he said he was a painter? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dandydunn Posted June 3, 2016 Share Posted June 3, 2016 11 hours ago, hannibal smith said: Looks like a job for Ormond, your travelling time costs may prove a dealbreaker though !!!! Sounds like wet dash roughcast you are talking about, I have always used a brush to apply it Travelling time? Where does he stay like? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mindimoo Posted June 3, 2016 Share Posted June 3, 2016 1 hour ago, dandydunn said:Travelling time? Where does he stay like? Gallifrey? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ormond Posted June 4, 2016 Share Posted June 4, 2016 12 hours ago, dandydunn said: Travelling time? Where does he stay like? Not in the usual place this weekend. Highland games up in Milwaukee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orraloon Posted June 4, 2016 Share Posted June 4, 2016 7 hours ago, Ormond said: Not in the usual place this weekend. Highland games up in Milwaukee. Don't have too much of "what made Milwaukee famous". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fringo Posted June 4, 2016 Share Posted June 4, 2016 2 minutes ago, Orraloon said: Don't have too much of "what made Milwaukee famous". The Fonz? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McExpat Posted June 4, 2016 Share Posted June 4, 2016 On 2 June 2016 at 10:20 PM, neil r said: Finally got enough time to spruce up the outside of the family pile. Got a nice big set of manly ladders and the prep work is coming along nicely. Only problem so to speak is wether to use a roller for the walls or a brush. The roller has the advantage of speed but is messier and a pain in the arse to clean where as your brush is much slower but does a better job. Im drawn toward the brush. Any thoughts before I finally bite the bullet? If you are mad enough to spend your spare time doing this, I'd recommend getting a high quality, bean to cup, coffee to aid you throughout the process stimulation and pleasure On 2 June 2016 at 11:28 PM, Ally Bongo said: Pay a painter and decorator and go to the pub Life is too short ........... This On 3 June 2016 at 2:58 PM, Kirk said: This Ditto Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thistle do nicely Posted June 6, 2016 Share Posted June 6, 2016 Paw Broon was painting the hoose, but it was ok, he was just doing a painting of the hoose. Phew just a misunderstanding Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McTeeko Posted June 6, 2016 Share Posted June 6, 2016 27 minutes ago, thistle do nicely said: Paw Broon was painting the hoose, but it was ok, he was just doing a painting of the hoose. Phew just a misunderstanding Granpaw Broon you mean? ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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