Leyland Trade Alkali Resisting Wall Primer - White 5L

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Uneven paint drying – paint film dries faster on top if you paint when it’s either very hot, or cold and damp Wrinkling is when a painted surface looks rough and crinkled, which usually occurs when uncured paint forms a skin. What are the possible causes? A specific masonry primer such as Dulux Trade Alkali Resisting Primer will allow you to safely paint over a wider range of pH levels without risk of adhesion loss, and we would recommend Dulux Trade Weathershield Stabilising Primerto prime/seal unstable areas. Priming FAQs The main benefit of a primer is to even out the porosity of the surface and ensure optimum adhesion so that you get the best possible results from your paint system, but other features might include stabilising a powdery surface or helping to prevent stains ruining your decoration.

Application: Brush only. For Health and Safety reasons related to all solvent-based paints, spray application is not recommended. STIR THOROUGHLY BEFORE USE. After suitable surface preparation, apply 1 coat of Dulux Trade Alkali Resisting Primer to bare or stained surfaces.Finish with an appropriate Dulux Trade paint system To ensure fair pricing, we split colours into ‘Price Bands’ to group together similar priced colours. If you wish to search for the cheapest tinted colours, always select Price Band 1.These bubble-like appearances are caused by blistering, which happens when certain areas lose adhesion, forcing the paint film to lift from the surface. What are the possible causes? Remove all loose and flaking paint with a scraper or wire brush before repainting. Also sand and feather the edges.

If the blisters are on the surface only, the problem is likely to be caused by painting on a warm surface or under direct sunlight. It could also be because the painted surface was exposed to moisture soon after painting.Do scrape and sand away the blisters in this case also We have outlined the major benefits of priming (or undercoating), and when (and where) you may need to use a specific product. We’ve also given you a link to some of our tried and trusted “priming” products to help you make the right choice, and you can find our full range of “primers” here. When do I need a “primer” for internal walls/ceilings? Confirm that the problem is indeed mildew by applying a few drops of bleach. If it whitens, it is likely to be mildew.

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For exterior masonry, surfaces can variously have a high pH level (alkaline), be chalky/powdery, or staining, which can cause adhesion problems and discolouration of the finish. While in most cases, if the surface is sound and dry, there is no need for a primer, but when you need one – use one. Coo-Var Alkali Resisting Primer Sealer is ideal as a high quality primer prior to painting. It is resistant to solvents and salts, is excellent on walls and plaster with easy application, and is also ideal for use on walls and plaster. Painting under direct sunlight or on surfaces that are too warm. This is especially true if the coating you’re using is dark in colour and solvent-based.