DESCRIPTION

Loss of adhesion of a coating to the substrate or an earlier coating. Where there is a primer and topcoat or multiple coats of paint, peeling may involve some or all of the coats.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

• Seepage of moisture through uncaulked joints or worn caulk.
• Leaks in roof or walls, or excess moisture escaping through the walls from the interior.
• Painting over a dirty, wet or glossy surface. Painting over a coating, that already has marginal Adhesion.

SOLUTION

• Remove old, loose, cracked caulk; prime as needed; and Caulk with the appropriate product.
• Find and repair any source of water.
• Follow label and data page directions for proper surface Preparation methods for the coating.
• Test the coating surrounding any peeled areas out about 6” to 12” to be sure the adhesion is adequate.

SYSTEM

INTERIOR

• Primer, if needed PrepRite Classic Primer, or PrepRite Wall & Wood Oil Primer/Undercoater, or PrepRite Masonry Primer
• Caulk ProSelect 1230A, 1100A, or
• Kitchen & Bath Finish
• Suggested Finishes Cashmere, SuperPaint, ProClassic

EXTERIOR

• Primer, if needed A-100 Exterior Primer, or
• Loxon Masonry Primer, or
• All Surface Enamel Primer
• Caulk ProSelect 1550A, 1230A, 1100A,
• Or Window & Door ConSeal
• Elastomeric Sealants
• Finish Refer to our Exterior Paint Rating
• Chart to determine which product
• Best fists your needs.
• Suggested Finishes Duration, SuperPaint, A-100,
• WoodScapes.