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Peeling

Paint or coating coming away from the surface underneath it, in flakes or sheets, because the bond between the two has failed.

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Wood1 (on; choose to remove)
Cedar1
Drywall3
Masonry1
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Metal1
Previously coated surface3

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Holidays (missed spots)1
Flashing1
Roller marks / stipple1

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Cutting in1 (on; choose to remove)
Maintaining a wet edge3
Back-rolling3
Back-brushing1
Spray and back-roll2
Spot-priming4
Scraping3
Chemical stripping1
Graining a filler repair1
Corner-to-corner correction3
Mist coat (spray correction)1
Chlorine wash1
Inspection at every stage8

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Selecting Brushes and Roller Covers
- 3. Use the shared roller-nap tables
  Drywall finish: Light orange peel · My nap length: 3/8-1/2 inch · Cover choice: Microfiber, lamb's wool, or synthetic fiber compatible with the coating