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Wood1
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Peeling3
Intercoat failure1
Bubbling / blistering1
Holidays (missed spots)3
Flashing3
Tannin bleed2
Roller marks / stipple1 (on; choose to remove)
Mold / mildew1
Soft or rotted wood1

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Cutting in1
Back-rolling2
Spray and back-roll1
Spot-priming1
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Inspection at every stage2

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Problem: Roller marks / stipple (remove)
Technique: Scraping (remove)
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Entry 015Preparing and Painting Exterior Wood Trim and Fascia
Filed under Problem: Tannin bleed