DIY Home Improvement Projects For Fall

Fall is quickly approaching do you have your to do list for home improvements? Most building materials are at their best when they are installed at moderate temps. Use this time to get these fall maintenance and renovation projects done before it’s too late!

Paint The Front Door

Hands down, the easiest exterior project is also the one that reaps the biggest rewards. A freshly painted front door helps your home stand out from the block, and it can be finished in less than an afternoon. Fall is usually the perfect time for this activity; just pick that afternoon wisely. Normally, exterior painting should be done at a time when the temps are at least 50°F/10°C or so and aren’t dipping below the 40°F/5°C at night. This allows the paint to adhere properly and prevents it from freezing before it is fully dry. If you need to refinish first to ensure proper paint adhesion or want to change to stain we recommend using a safe stripper. Caution most paint stripping products are toxic only use products you are comfortable using based on your level of expertise. For safe DIY wood/fiberglass/metal refinishing we recommend EZ Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper

Clean & Cover The Grill

It’s time to break out the cleaners and steel-bristled brushes, because your grill needs attention. Get rid of any remaining scraps of food or grease, turn off the gas, and cover the grill to protect it from weather and pests. Overwhelmed with grease? Cleaning your grill after a busy summer of bbq delights can seem a little daunting but we have a solution that will transform your grill into the beauty it was when you bought it. EZ Strip All Purpose Remover is the non toxic option for tough baked on grease.

Repair & Treat The Deck

A deck is only as good as its condition. If the wood is splintering, the finish faded, or the paint is peeling its time to get those repairs in before the snow flies! If your deck is not properly treated for water damage prevention it will just be more work after the snow melts. For damaged water sealants or peeling paint you always want to strip off the damaged coating to ensure you get the coating adhesion you need to protect your deck from water, weather, pests, and wood rot. For safe DIY wood/fiberglass/metal refinishing we recommend EZ Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper

As the weather starts to cool down, you have the perfect opportunity to clean up summer messes and prepare your home for colder days. Use this time to get these fall maintenance and renovation projects done before it’s too late!

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