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Can I effectively treat mould and algae on exterior surfaces prior to decorating?
Read more: Can I effectively treat mould and algae on exterior surfaces prior to decorating?Yes, there is a very effective treatment for these types of vegetable growths, which are most likely to occur in…
Bubbles on the paint surface have appeared after using a foam roller. How can I correct this?
Read more: Bubbles on the paint surface have appeared after using a foam roller. How can I correct this?Foam rollers should not be used with water based paints. If you already have this problem there are two solutions.…
What are the main reasons for paint staining and discolouration on plaster?
Read more: What are the main reasons for paint staining and discolouration on plaster?Past water leaks or burst water pipes can cause water staining. Before repainting, ensure that the leak has stopped and…
Can you safely paint over denatured wood?
Read more: Can you safely paint over denatured wood?No. Failing to completely remove wood that has been exposed to weather and sunlight is a common cause of paint…
What is the best way to prepare a surface where the colour has faded?
Read more: What is the best way to prepare a surface where the colour has faded?Surfaces where the colour has faded due to exposure from ultraviolet sunlight should be thoroughly cleaned down to remove all…
What causes flaking and blistering of paint on exterior brick and masonry surfaces?
Read more: What causes flaking and blistering of paint on exterior brick and masonry surfaces?The most common causes are moisture beneath the paint film and paint applied over dirt, oil, grease or onto a…
What causes fluffy crystal patches and hard, shiny film on bricks?
Read more: What causes fluffy crystal patches and hard, shiny film on bricks?These appear as a result of salts crystallising in materials such as bricks and plaster or render. The fluffy deposits…
What would cause a poor gloss level on new paintwork?
Read more: What would cause a poor gloss level on new paintwork?Condensation forming on the surface soon after application can take the gloss of new paintwork. This can be caused by…
Can water-borne stains and paints be removed using a hot-air stripper?
Read more: Can water-borne stains and paints be removed using a hot-air stripper?Yes, however, this is not an easy task. The preferred method would be to use a chemical stripper to soften…
Do I need to use a preservative before I stain my wood?
Read more: Do I need to use a preservative before I stain my wood?Many hardwoods such as Oak and Teak, are naturally durable and have their own natural resistance to decay and rot.…
What is saponification?
Read more: What is saponification?Saponification occurs when oil-based paints are softened and liquefied by the alkali in plaster when moisture is present. Materials containing…
What is the best way to deal with dampness in walls?
Read more: What is the best way to deal with dampness in walls?If walls are damp, the source of the dampness needs to be found, e.g. broken rainwater pipes or defective pointing…
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