Spring cleaning! Our telephone poles need a new coat of paint
Mila Czemerys Published April 2013 Village Vibe Newspaper
Come pick-up your free ‘Pole Painting Kit’ at 1313 Gladstone Avenue, during the week of May 20th to 24th between 9:00am and 5:00pm. The kit will include instructions, paint, signage, and more. There will only be 100 available so come early so you don’t miss out. You are invited to go out on Saturday, May 25th and paint on ‘Fernwood Pole Painting Day’.
How to paint your pole:
Step 1. Find a pole in Fernwood – Look for a pole that has not been painted or a pole that needs to be refreshed. Try and find a pole near your house. Please consult the neighbours before you begin.
Step 2. Put down your drop cloth – You can use old newspaper or a tarp to protect the ground from splatters and splashes.
Step 3. Prime your pole – Use a dark, neutral colour. Paint your pole with this base colour; you might need 2 coats. This is important because it will give you a clean canvas and will make your colours pop. Wait until it is dry!
Step 4. Paint your pole – Be creative, have fun and remember to keep your paint afterwards for touch ups. Bold, graphics designs look great. Walk the streets of Fernwood and check out people’s pole designs from past years for inspiration.
Step 5. Clean up – You are responsible for cleaning up ALL your supplies. Take everything with you and dispose of it responsibly.
We are looking for people to touch up poles that have already been painted. Email polepainting@fernwoodnrg.ca if you are interested.
In the words of pole painter extraordinaire, Beth Threlfall, “This project brings great depth and soul to our neighbourhood.”
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