Master Painter's Notes
These are miscellaneous notes on factors which can determine the reliability of an exterior (or interior!) paint finish. A durable paint finish is not accident. It is the culmination of a series of procedures, each of which must be perfectly performed in order for the paint film to be durable and reliable. The Color Alchemist Company of Painters guarantees our work for five years, so we prefer to take no chances.
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Best Quality Paint For a Quality Paint Finish, Use the Finest Paint Available, Fine Paints of Europe Fine Paints of Europe produces an impressive, long lasting finish. This paint job is 8 years old and look at it shine. |
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Moisture Monitoring Using a Moisture Meter to Insure Suitability of a Wood Substrate for Paint Getting a moisture reading on wood siding. Exterior woodwork with excessive moisture content will not hold paint. |
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Paint Preparation Proper Surface Preparation for Paint Exterior paint preparation is a most important element in determining the durability of paint film. Assuming that the substrate is sound, it must be free of excessive built up paint layers. |
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Carpentry Restoration Restoration of Historic Architectural Millwork, Restoration Carpentry Any original woodwork will be repaired to soundness with epoxy or it will be replaced, whichever offers the most reliable repair. |
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