Exterior Painting in Ellesmere Port

Why exterior painting matters

The outside of a building takes a beating. Rain, wind, frost and sun all work away at paintwork until it fades, cracks and starts to flake. Once that happens, water can get into timber and masonry, and small jobs turn into bigger repairs.

A good coat of paint does two things. It protects the surfaces underneath, and it makes the whole property look cared for. That counts whether you're selling a house, letting a flat or welcoming customers through the door of your shop.

When people usually call us

• Paint on windows, doors or fascias has started to peel or crack
• Render or masonry paint looks patchy, green or faded
• You're getting a house ready to sell or let
• A business wants its frontage to look smart again
• You simply fancy a new colour for the front door

What we paint outside

• Rendered and pebbledashed walls
• Brick and masonry
• Wooden windows and sills
• Front and back doors
• Fascias, soffits and bargeboards
• Gates, fences and railings

How exterior painting is done properly

Most of the work in a lasting exterior finish happens before any paint goes on. Loose and flaking paint is scraped back, surfaces are cleaned, and any mould or algae on walls is treated. Cracks and gaps are filled, and bare timber is primed so the topcoats grip properly.

Then comes the right paint for each surface. Masonry paint is made to let walls breathe while keeping the rain out. Exterior woodwork needs a flexible coating that moves with the timber as it swells and shrinks through the year. Two coats is normal for good coverage.

A word about the weather

Exterior paint needs dry surfaces and mild temperatures to cure well, which is why most outside work happens from spring to early autumn. Paint put on damp walls or in a cold snap won't last as long, so it's worth planning ahead.

Why choose KDS Painting & Decorating

We're a family run business based in Ellesmere Port, fully insured and fully qualified, with 15 years painting and decorating behind us. Quotes are free. For most jobs we come out first to look at the property, and simpler jobs can often be quoted over the phone. Most work comes with a fixed price, so there are no surprises at the end. We also work evenings and weekends, which helps if you run a business and don't want scaffolding and dust sheets in the way during opening hours.

Where we work

Ellesmere Port is our home patch, and we take on exterior painting across Chester, Wirral, Liverpool, Warrington, North Wales. If you're nearby and not sure we cover you, just ask.