FLASHING/UNEVEN GLOSS RETENTION:

DESCRIPTION

Deterioration of the paint film, resulting in excessive or rapid loss of gloss/luster of the topcoat.

Uneven gloss/sheen/luster appearance of a coating.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Use of gloss alkyd/oil-based paint or solvent-based epoxy in areas of direct sunlight.

• Heavy dew moisture or condensations getting on to a coating while drying.
• Temperatures fluctuations during drying
• Coating over a porous surface.
• Paint applied at uneven film thickness, lapping.
• Insufficient film building.
• Use of an interior paint outdoors.

SOLUTION

• Exterior alkyd/oil-based paints and solvent-based epoxies will chalk, giving the appearance of loss of gloss. Washing the chalk off should return most of the original finish, but it will chalk again. If this is unsatisfactory recoat with an acetylic following all level directions.
• Bare substances should be primed/sealed before applying the topcoat of the surface.
• Often, applying an additional coat will even out sheen irregularities.
• Thinning any touch-up coating may help it blend in better.

SYSTEM

INTERIOR

• Primer, if needed Prep Rite Classics primer or Prep Rite Wall & Wood Oil Primer/Undercoated, or Prep Rite Masonry Primer.
• Caulk Pros elect 1230A, 1100A, or Kitchen & Bath
• Finish Refer to our Interior Paint Rating Chart to determine which product best fits your needs.
• Suggested Finishes Duration, Super Paint, A-100, Conflux.