Decorating denatured timber requires careful preparation and priming due to its friable nature, which can make it challenging to achieve a smooth finish. Without the right approach, paint can struggle to adhere properly, resulting in uneven coverage and potential peeling. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the essential steps for painting denatured timber, from surface preparation to choosing the best Zinsser primer to create a stable base.
All surfaces must be clean, dry and free from anything that will interfere with the adhesion of the materials to be applied. Remove loose and failing material by scraping and or the use of a hot air stripper to a sound edge. Feather sound edges with a fine grade abrasive paper.
Prior to painting, the moisture content should not exceed 12%. For areas with sound paint, clean down with Zinsser Universal Degreaser and Cleaner to remove any contaminants. Rinse thoroughly with clean water to remove all residues. Allow to dry. Remove all dust. Treat exterior mould with a proprietary mould killer and remover in accordance with manufacturers instructions.
Fill any cracks and small surface defects with a suitable filler in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Allow to dry. Rub down with a fine grade abrasive paper. Remove all dust
Prime overall with one full coat of Zinsser Peel Stop® in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Allow a minimum drying time of 2 hours in normal drying conditions. Prime overall with one full coat of Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3® or Zinsser B-I-N® AQUA in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and drying times.
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