Coating incompatibility
7 published entries.
Entry001
Preparing and Repainting Cedar Siding
An inspection-led guide to cedar siding and shakes: diagnosing peeling, agreeing repairs, cleaning and removing failed coating, confirming dryness, priming, spraying an exterior acrylic finish, and inspecting the result.
Entry007
Preparing and Repainting Rusted Steel and Iron
Rust treatment begins with the condition of the metal, not the choice of paint. Establish that the component can remain in service, remove failed material, and build a compatible coating system on a properly prepared surface. Inspection at each stage prevents roughness, missed areas, and poor coverage from carrying through to the finished work.
Entry008
Preparing and Painting Exterior Aluminum
A smooth aluminum finish begins with removing corrosion products, preparing the remaining coating, and choosing a compatible primer and finish. This entry records my workflow for exterior aluminum and keeps it distinct from the rust-conversion methods used on steel and iron.
Entry009
Choosing the Right Primer
Choose a primer for the surface it will actually touch, the problem it must solve, and the finish that will follow. Identify the underlying material and the existing coating, prepare them properly, and test uncertain combinations before committing to an entire surface.
Entry010
Refinishing Cabinets with Painted Finishes
A practical painted-cabinet workflow covering cleaning, repairs, grain filling, coating-system choices, spraying, finaling, handling, and touch-ups. Field methods are distinguished from product instructions, with spray-area planning based on cited official requirements and manufacturer directions.
Entry011
Refinishing Cabinets with Stain and Clear Finishes
A cabinet-refinishing guide to stripping and restaining, darkening a sound finish, matching repair color and grain, applying compatible clear coats, and checking the installed result. Includes first-person field practice and separate manufacturer directions.
Entry014
Preparing and Painting Interior Doors and Trim
An interior door and trim repainting guide covering existing-finish assessment, hardware protection, cleaning, feathering, filling, spot-priming, applicator selection, two finish coats, run correction, and careful reassembly. Includes product-specific drying times and the distinction between dry-to-touch and resistance to sticking.