Chosen for higher ground, grown by rail and a mill
Lexington's town founders picked a high sandy ridge in 1820 over the flood-prone river town of Granby, the town incorporated in 1861, rail service arrived via the Columbia to Augusta line in 1869, and the Lexington Manufacturing Company opened its bed-ticking textile mill in 1890.
Painting through generations of Lexington homes
Lexington's housing spans from its 1820s founding-era lots through its 1890s mill-era growth to modern construction, so exterior painting here can mean anything from careful prep on older wood siding to a straightforward coat on newer materials — all facing the same intense Midlands sun.
Lexington painting paths
What to bring to a Lexington painting consult
Note the home's approximate age, siding material, and current condition. Provider availability varies, so confirm licensing directly.
Confirm historic-material handling if applicable
For homes dating to Lexington's mill era or earlier, confirm siding and trim material before choosing a coating system, since older materials often need different prep.