Dirt Streaks | bascopaints

Painting Problems and Solutions

What is it?

Dirt streaks are generally related to dirt, dust and other contaminants collecting on horizontal surface landings and being transferred down the vertical wall face by rain or condensation. The degree of dirt streak retention is largely dependant on the coating type and type of pollution or dirt.

Possible Causes

Generally a natural occurrence related to design aspects i.e. Landings, overhangs channeled water runoff etc. Dependant on rain and condensation intervals and intensity. Mostly unavoidable and not paint failure related.
Low quality paints especially some matt paints are more coarse and porous and thus more susceptible to dirt pick up and retention.
Sheen paints with considerable flexibility could also trap dirt during its expansion and contraction.
Continuous contact to contaminants like soil and air pollution.

How Can I Fix This Problem

Remove dirt by washing and rinsing.
Some stains could be impregnated in the coating film and thus not be removed due to the relative porosity and type of contaminant.
Recoat with a good quality medium to high sheen paint.

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