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Fix or replace splitting
or rotting wood, crack on the walls and ceilings, missing
caulk, popped nails or rusty metal.
Surface Preparation
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Surfaces must be
sound, dry and clean.
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Wash areas that mold
and mildew are present with a beach and detergent solution
or a commercial mold and mildew remover. Rinse with water
to remove detergent residue.
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Remove all dirt,
oil, grease, wax or other contaminants.
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Repair cracks and
fill voids. Spot prime patching materials where necessary.
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Prime water stains
with a stain blocking primer.
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Clean and prime all
bare wood or metal surfaces an appropriate primer.
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De-gloss Shine surfaces
by lightly sanding. Test for adhesion and compatibility
with existing finishes.
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EXTERIOR
Remove Loose Coatings
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Scrape, sand or brush
off any paint that is cracked, blistered or peeling. Sand
and feather rough edges. Clean the Surface
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Wash off dirt, grease
and paint chalk with a strong water pressure machine and
let it dry.
Surface Profile
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Smooth surfaces may
have to be abraded or etched to create an irregular surface,
a god profile is slightly rough, similar in appearance to
fine sandpaper. An irregular surface provide more surfaces
for coating to adhere to, and breaks surfaces tensions and
polish, smooth surfaces. This is a critical step for good
coating adhesion.
