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Pressure Washing
The exterior was washed to remove surface dirt and residue before repair and coating work began.
Stone Painting Project · Prairie Village, Kansas
Klein Exterior Painting Project in Prairie Village
Severe peeling paint and localized wood damage required extensive preparation before this single-story home could receive its clean new gray, white, and black exterior.
A Real Stone Painting Project
A Complete Exterior Repaint for Doug and Shelley
Doug and Shelley were ready to refresh the exterior of their Prairie Village home, but the project required much more than choosing new colors. The existing coating was badly peeling in numerous areas, sections of wood had deteriorated, and the exterior needed extensive preparation before new paint could be applied properly.
As family friends of the Stone Painting team, Doug and Shelley graciously trusted the company with the project. Lorenzo Lopez led the crew through four days of washing, scraping, sanding, repairing, caulking, priming, masking, and finish painting.
The homeowners selected a classic Sherwin-Williams palette built around Dovetail, Pure White, and Tricorn Black. The finished combination gave the home a cleaner, sharper appearance while preserving the character of the property.
Homeowners
Doug and Shelley Klein
Neighborhood
Prairie Village
Location
Prairie Village, KS 66208
Crew Leader
Lorenzo Lopez
Service
Exterior Painting
Home Type
Single-Story Home
Exterior Material
Wood Siding
Completion Date
July 15, 2026
The existing paint had failed across many sections of the wood siding, exposing bare wood and creating a major preparation challenge.
The Homeowner’s Concerns
Badly Peeling Paint Had to Be Addressed First
The most urgent concern was the amount of paint that had already separated from the siding. Large sections were flaking away, and exposed wood could be seen throughout the exterior.
Painting directly over those areas would not have created a dependable result. The loose coating had to be removed, damaged areas had to be evaluated, and bare wood needed to be prepared before it could receive the new finish.
Doug and Shelley also wanted a more updated color scheme. Their goal was to improve the appearance of the home while making sure the underlying problems were handled correctly.
Conditions addressed during the project
- Heavy peeling and flaking paint
- Faded and aging exterior colors
- Exposed areas of bare wood
- Localized wood rot and deterioration
- Open joints that needed new caulking
- A desire for a cleaner, more modern palette
The Preparation Stage
Extensive Scraping, Caulking, and Priming Made the Difference
This project demanded more preparation than a typical maintenance repaint. The crew pressure washed the exterior and then spent significant time scraping away loose and failing paint.
Rough transitions were sanded, deteriorated wood was repaired, nail holes were filled, and joints were caulked where needed. Bare wood and repaired areas were then primed before the finish coats were applied.
Windows, fixtures, landscaping, and nearby surfaces were carefully masked or covered. That property protection helped keep the work controlled and allowed the crew to focus on the siding, trim, doors, windows, shutters, fascia, and soffits.
The amount of visible spot priming in the preparation photograph shows just how much loose paint had to be removed before the home was ready for its new color.
Extensive spot priming followed the scraping, sanding, repairs, and caulking needed to stabilize the exterior before painting.
What the Work Included
A Full Exterior Preparation and Painting Process
Each step addressed a real condition found on the Klein home. Together, those steps created a sounder foundation for the Sherwin-Williams satin finish.
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Heavy Scraping
Loose and flaking paint was removed instead of being concealed beneath another coat.
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Sanding
Rough transitions between remaining paint and exposed wood were sanded to create smoother edges.
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Wood Repair
Localized areas of deteriorated wood were addressed before the finish system was applied.
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Caulking and Filling
Open joints were caulked and visible nail holes were filled where needed.
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Spot Priming
Bare and repaired wood received primer before the satin finish coats were applied.
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Careful Masking
Windows, doors, and fixtures were masked to keep edges controlled and nearby surfaces clean.
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Property Protection
Landscaping and surrounding areas were protected throughout the preparation and painting process.
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Complete Exterior Coverage
Trim, doors, windows, shutters, fascia, soffits, and wood siding were incorporated into one coordinated finish.
A Project Where Prep Was the Project
The Final Paint Was Only as Good as the Surface Beneath It
On some homes, the color change is the most dramatic part of the work. On this home, the preparation was just as important as the finish.
The crew had to remove a substantial amount of failing paint, seal vulnerable areas, repair damaged wood, and prime the exposed surfaces before the home could be painted responsibly.
That work takes time, patience, and careful attention. It is also the part of the project that homeowners may appreciate most several seasons later.
Why Stone Painting did not rush the prep
New paint cannot correct an unstable surface beneath it. When loose paint remains, the new coating may be attached to material that is already failing.
The preparation on this project was designed to remove those weak areas, repair what could be repaired, and give the new finish a more reliable surface.
It reflects Stone Painting’s homeowner-first approach: solve the visible problem, but also address the conditions that affect how the work performs after the crew leaves.
The New Color Palette
Dovetail, Pure White, and Tricorn Black Created a Classic Update
Doug and Shelley chose a timeless three-color combination that brought more contrast and definition to the home without overwhelming its traditional Prairie Village character.
SW 7018 Dovetail
A refined medium gray used as the primary exterior color.
SW 7005 Pure White
A clean, soft white that brightened the trim and architectural details.
SW 6258 Tricorn Black
A strong black accent that added contrast to the shutters, doors, and selected details.
Screen colors are approximate. Actual paint colors can appear different depending on lighting, surroundings, surface texture, and display settings.
The finished exterior combines Sherwin-Williams Dovetail, Pure White, and Tricorn Black for a crisp, updated appearance.
The Finished Home
A Clean, Updated Exterior That Still Fits Prairie Village
Dovetail gave the siding a richer, more current gray tone. Pure White highlighted the trim, windows, fascia, and soffits, while Tricorn Black brought definition to the shutters, door, and other accent areas.
The combination sharpened the home’s curb appeal without making it feel disconnected from the surrounding neighborhood.
Most importantly, the finished appearance was supported by extensive preparation beneath it. The areas of failed paint were removed, bare wood was primed, joints were recaulked, and damaged sections received attention before the finish was applied.
Doug and Shelley were thrilled with the completed project and the way their color selections came together.
Project Details
Surfaces Completed Across the Klein Home
This was a coordinated exterior repaint rather than an isolated siding project. Stone Painting worked across the major painted surfaces so the entire home would feel unified when complete.
Using one coordinated palette across the siding, trim, windows, doors, shutters, fascia, and soffits helped create a consistent finished appearance.
- Primary service: Exterior painting
- Exterior material: Wood siding
- Surfaces: Trim, doors, windows, shutters, fascia, and soffits
- Paint manufacturer: Sherwin-Williams
- Finish: Satin
- Project duration: Four days
- Crew leader: Lorenzo Lopez
What This Project Shows About Stone Painting
A Homeowner-Focused Process from Preparation Through Cleanup
This project reinforces what homeowners should be able to expect from Stone Painting: honest attention to the condition of the home, careful surface preparation, clear crew leadership, protection of the surrounding property, dependable products, and workmanship that is not rushed simply to reach the finish coat.
Preparation Based on Actual Conditions
The crew responded to the severe peeling found on the home rather than treating the project like a routine repaint.
Clear Crew Leadership
Lorenzo Lopez led the four-day project and helped keep the preparation and finish work moving in an organized sequence.
Respect for the Property
Windows, fixtures, landscaping, and surrounding surfaces were masked or protected during the work.
Trusted Paint Products
Sherwin-Williams coatings were used in the homeowners’ selected Dovetail, Pure White, and Tricorn Black palette.
Attention to the Unseen Work
Scraping, sanding, repairs, caulking, and priming received the time needed before the visible finish coats were applied.
A Result the Homeowners Loved
Doug and Shelley were thrilled with the completed transformation and how well their color choices worked together.
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A Finished Exterior Doug and Shelley Were Thrilled to See
This project began with badly peeling paint, exposed wood, faded color, and areas that needed repair. Four days later, the home had a coordinated new exterior supported by the extensive preparation completed underneath it.
Doug and Shelley selected a color scheme that gave the home stronger contrast and a more polished appearance, and they were thrilled with the final product.
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