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Years ago Blacksmith’s would after heating up iron, mold and shaped it. A mixture of Bee’s Wax and Linseed Oil was used to keep the iron from rusting. And to give it a final finish!
Now days we go to our local hardware store to buy rust primers and then go back to paint it with oil base products. Course the did not have paint store like we know of today.
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I have a few good books that have many things of interest. As I get the time I will start added them to this list and hopefully it will help you out in times of need. I have saved these books and magazines so that one day i could use them and now I have a reason.
PREVENTING PROPERTY DAMAGE WHEN PRESSURE WASHING EXTERIOR WALLS
Pressure washing enhances the quality of any exterior paint job. However, special care should be taken to prevent property damage when pressure washing is performed. The ideal situation, especially when pressure washing a home, is to have the property owner present when the washing is done. Why? The homeowner can monitor the interior of the home and alert you to any problems with water entering the home. This commonly occurs around doors and windows. If the homeowner is not present, extensive damage to the interior of the home could occur.
CONSIDERING THE FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE TOUCH-UP
Touch–up is affected by a number of factors including:
• Temperature — Touching up at different temperatures versus that of the original paint application may result in color differences.
• Gloss — As a general rule, flat paints touch up better than paints with higher gloss. Also, latex paints touch up better than alkyds because there is much less change in gloss and color upon aging.
• Color — Dark colors are harder to touch up because they are more sensitive than light colors to minor variations in the porosity of the surface.
• Applicator — Touch-up is better when the touch-up is applied using the same method as that of the original application.
• Batch — Using the original batch for any future touch-up produces better results.
FACTORING IN TEMPERATURE WHEN APPLYING DRY FALL COATINGS
Temperature should always be considered when applying dry fall coatings. In low temperatures, the dry time is delayed and the overspray remains wet. Pulling equipment or walking on the overspray in these conditions can cause the paint to stick to the floor.
On the other hand, when using dry fall coatings in hot weather, the dry time is accelerated. In this case, care must be taken to ensure the paint applied lands wet on the surface being painted to ensure good adhesion. Dry fall coatings are extremely fast drying, and if the coating is partially dry when it hits the surface being painted, poor adhesion will result. A good practice is to hold the gun at the proper distance from the surface being painted, normally 12″.
HOW DO YOU TELL IF A SURFACE WAS PAINTED WITH WATER-BASED OR OIL-BASED PAINT?
Knowing if a surface was painted with water-based or oil-based paint is important. Experienced painting professionals will tell you they can tell just by looking at a finish or touching it. They also use other ways to find out. If the paint is peeling, pull off a piece and bend it. If it cracks, it is most likely an oil-based paint. If it seems flexible, it is probably a water-based paint. Another way to check is to sand a small portion of the surface. If the paint easily sands into a fine powder, it is most likely an oil-based paint. Water-based paints have a tendency to resist sanding, and they gum up the sandpaper. If these methods fail, rub a small section of the surface with a cloth, wet with lacquer thinner. If it significantly softens, it is most likely a water-based paint. An oil-based paint will most likely not be affected by the solvent. Be sure to use appropriate safety practices when using lacquer thinner.
DETERMINING THE NUMBER OF PAINT COATS APPLIED TO A SURFACE
To determine the number of coats in a peeling paint chip, measure the thickness of the paint chip with a micrometer. Dividing the thickness by 1.5 (average film thickness per coat) will give a good indication of the number of coats.
DEFINITION
Occurs when wet wood expands and contracts, causing the paint film to loosen, crack, roll at exposed edges and fall off.
PROGRESSION
Affected surface area can widen and continue to loose paint film if left untreated.
CAUSES
* Moisture or water seeping into the painted wood surface through uncaulked joints, worn-out caulking or leaks in roofs or walls.
* Exterior moisture escaping through exterior walls [more likely if the paint is oil-based].
* Vegetation giving off moisture too close to wood siding.
* Painting damp wood.
* Power washing wood and not allowing sufficient time for the wood to dry.
* Inadequate surface preparation.
* Painting wood boards or siding too close to the ground.
* Using a low quality paint.
Inspect the outside of the building to identify and eliminate all sources of moisture, especially windows, trim areas and other joints.
Repair leaks in the roof, clean out gutters and downspouts. Re-direct sprinklers if necessary. Cut away vegetation from the wood if you suspect it may cause peeling.
FIXING PROBLEM
If moist air is originating from inside the building, consider installing vents or exhaust fans, especially in kitchen, laundry and bathroom areas.
If moisture is rising from the ground through the masonry, waterproof the foundation with a specially design coating. Remove the portion of the wood that is touching the ground. Siding should come down no further than 6 inches above the ground.
You can correct peeling from moisture on siding by inserting small plastic or aluminum wedges or shims in-between the nail heads under each board.
Note: If it is not possible to eliminate the source of moisture, repaint the stripped wood with a thin coat of latex paint. A water-repellent solution may be applied to exposed wood.
Remove all loose paint with a scraper or wire brush, down to the bare wood if necessary.
Feather-sand rough edges for a smooth appearance and rinse thoroughly with a hose. Power washing is recommended for larger areas (let wood dry for 3 to 5 days before priming).
CAUTION: Lead-containing paint is most commonly found in pre-1950 buildings. Before removing or sanding any paint, check to determine whether the paint contains lead. DO NOT remove or sand lead paint with out consulting local health officials or a certified lead abatement contractor.
Prime bare wood with the appropriate primer. Read the label to determine how long the primer should dry before applying the top coat of paint. Repaint with two coats of a high-quality acrylic latex paint
This looks like really good information! I can see what damage I have and what it was caused by. So, I will tell the paint store and they can guide me in the right direction on what paints I need and supplies to fix it. Great having your information on here.