CRACKING:
DESCRIPTION

The splitting of a dry paint film through at least one coat. In its early stages, the problem appears as hairline cracks; in its later stages, flaking occurs.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

• Use of a paint that has lower adhesion and flexibility properties.
• Over-thinning or over-spreading the paint.
• Inadequate surface preparation or applying the paint to bare wood with out first applying a primer.
• Excessive hardening and embitterment of paint as it ages, the coating loses the ability to expand and contract with temperature and humidity changes.

SOLUTION

• Remove loose and flaking paint with a scraper of wire brush, sanding the surface and feathering the edges. If the flaking occurs in multiple layers of paints, use of a spackling compound may be necessary to make a uniform surface. Test the coating surrounding any peeled areas out about 6” to 12” to be sure the adhesion is adequate.
• Prime bare wood or plaster before repainting.
• Applying the coating at the recommended spreading rate and using the recommended thinning rate.

SYSTEM

INTERIOR

• Primer, if needed Prep Rite, Classic Primer, or Prep Rite Wall & Wood Oil Primer/Under coater, or Prep Rite Masonry Primer
• Finish Refer to our Interior Paint Rating Chart to determine which product best fits your needed.
• Suggested Finishes Cashmere, Super Paints, Classic 99.

EXTERIOR

• Primer, if needed A-100 Exterior Primer, or Lox on Masonry Primer, or All Surface Enamel Primer.
• Finish Refer to our Interior Paint Rating Chart to determine which product best fits your needed.
• Suggested Finishes Duration, Super Paints, A-100.