Paints and Preservatives

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Surface Preparation• Surface preparation to

remove dust, oil, moisture and other loose material from the surface should be done before painting

Surface Preparation•Cracks and holes should be repaired or caulked

Blister and Peel•Moisture in or on the wood will cause paint to blister and peel

Crack and Scald•Expanding and contracting surfaces cause the paint to crack and scald

Specks• Dust on the surface or in

the paint causes specks and rough places on the painted surface

Quality• The quality of a paint job

is strongly affected by the quality of the surface preparation before painting

Paint Brush• Painting with a paintbrush

is much slower than with a paint spray gun, but the paint brush costs much less

Paint Spray Gun• Painting with a paint spray

gun requires that paint be thinned, and the gun must be cleaned after each use to prevent clogging

6” to 8”• A spray gun or spray can

nozzle should be held about 6” to 8” from the surface being painted

6” to 8”• Holding too close causes

runs or sags on the surface, and holding too far causes the finish to look and feel dusty or sandy

Flammable• Paints, thinners, and

cleaners are flammable, and care should be taken to prevent fires

Flammable• They also have fumes that

can be harmful if inhaled over long periods of time

• Use ventilation and/or respirator

Paints and Preservatives

6831.23