Painting Roof Shingles Before And After

Check the manufacturer s instructions for temperature and moisture before painting.

Painting roof shingles before and after.

Prime the roof with a coat of water based primer and sealer. Avoid elastomeric waterproofing paint which is known to trap moisture in shingles encouraging the growth of mold and. After you paint the asphalt shingles they must be touched up and repainted to remain in good condition. Spray a roof primer paint on the shadow side of the roof starting at the top and working down the roof to the taped off edges.

Then starting at the top of the roof use a high quality 1 inch nap roller nylon polyester brush or airless sprayer to apply two coats of roof paint allowing time to dry between each. This type of paint lets accumulated moisture escape from the shingles. Allow the primer two days to dry. Most materials that roof shingles are made out of can be painted.

Painting the asphalt shingles will cost less than replacing them but it will not be a permanent fix. Before painting replace any brittle or cracked shingles and clean the roof surface. Paint asphalt shingles to extend their life and give your roof a makeover. Look for an acrylic water based paint specially designed for use on roofs.

If you decide to paint your roof shingles using the right paint is critical.