Before you Begin… Consider the Finish.

To prevent paint failure and ensure the best finish and appearance consider the following…

Paint generally fails due to the surface it is applied to, being contaminated, i.e. it is old and has deteriorated. This is similar to rust on a metal surface. Oxidation is continually occurring on walls and woodwork or any surface that needs painting.

What contributes to bad surfaces? Steam, yes, the cooking steam that smells so wonderful, is carrying oils, be it vegetable or olive they are permeating/ spreading all over the walls and woodwork. In addition, hand oils, which almost everyone applies to their hands, migrates to the doors and trim of your home.

One would never apply paint to a ‘rusty’ surface, without first cleaning the oxidation, “the rust’ prior to applying paint. The same holds true for hand oils.

In addition, oxidation is continually occurring on the walls and woodwork of your home, albeit unnoticeably. This too affects proper adherence. Therefore, a light sanding and washing of the surfaces is needed to properly paint the surfaces. These actions will greatly benefit the durability and beauty of the surfaces of your home. These procedures practical and aesthetical are highly recommended. The smoother surfaces will enhance the colors' appearance by reflecting the light more evenly ensuring the true reflective appearance of the color value you have chosen.

For questions and concerns about products and techniques for proper surface preparation, stop in and consult for free with our paint department experts.