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Painting Problems and Solutions

What is it?
  • Paint lifting and flaking from wood interior or exterior. Signs of grey weathered wood at exposed areas.
Possible Causes
  • Natural weathering and a lack of periodic maintenance.
  • Insufficient coats of varnish.
  • Moisture ingress from untreated or sealed timber ends/edges.
  • Using improper coating system that has not got the necessary flexibility required by expanding and contracting wood substrates.
How Can I Fix This Problem
  • Remove coating and grey weathered wood surface by means of sanding.
  • Wash of any varnish residue with white spirits.
  • Recoat with a specialized wood coating system as per manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Make sure to seal exposed edges/ends
  • Varnished surfaces in good condition can be washed with a solution of detergent and warm water, rubbed down while wet with 400 grit abrasive paper and rinsed with clean water. If the surface has been wax polished, give a preliminary wash with degreaser. Ensure that all surfaces are dry before commencing with recoating.
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Duracoat WoodTech Timberex

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  • Deep Penetration and Superior Adhesion
    Deep Penetration and Superior Adhesion
  • Excellent Water Repellency
    Excellent Water Repellency
  • For Interior & Exterior Surfaces
    For Interior & Exterior Surfaces
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