Pressure-wash (Verb)
Meaning
Wash before painting to remove old paint and mildew; "pressure-wash the house".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- Before applying the fresh coat, be sure to pressure-wash the entire deck to remove any dirt or debris that may affect the paint's adhesion.
- The homeowners decided to pressure-wash the exterior surfaces of the house to remove years of grime and mildew buildup before painting.
- It's essential to pressure-wash the driveway and sidewalk to remove any old paint, oil stains, or dirt that may be hiding the actual surface.
- Before they could even think about repainting the fence, they needed to pressure-wash it to get rid of the thick layers of old paint and dirt.
- A good rule of thumb is to pressure-wash the patio and any surrounding areas to ensure a smooth surface for your new outdoor paint job.