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Exterior Painting at the Wright-Prendergast House
Sat, Jul 17
|Wright Prendergast House


Time & Location
Jul 17, 2021, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM CDT
Wright Prendergast House, 223 Walnut St, St Paul, MN 55102, USA
About the Event
Prepping for painting? Whether you're looking to hire a contractor or considering the DIY route, join us for this workshop all about exterior painting. Historic preservationist Mark Johnston will talk through common causes of paint failure and proper painting prep. He'll teach you how to choose the right kinds of paints and brushes for your project. Hosted at the stunning 1851 Wright-Prendergast in St. Paul's Irvine Park, this workshop uses a real-life example to demonstrate best practices in exterior painting.
Even if you plan to hire a contractor, knowing the ins and outs of the process can ensure you're better prepared to make the right choice. Join us!
Mark is the founder of Historic Design Consulting. He is a member of the Minnesota Society of Architectural Historians and the Association of Preservation Technology and meets the U.S. Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards for History and Architectural History. Mark…
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