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How To Paint Bitumen And Asphalt

Follow our 3-step guide below on how to paint bitumen and asphalt with Zinsser products to ensure a lasting result. The Benefits Asphalt and bitumen are semi-flexible substrates that require the right primer for topcoats to adhere correctly, providing a long-lasting finish for years to come. Zinsser listens to contactors and develops new products – or adds features to existing ...

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How To Paint Over Efflorescence

Follow our 3-step guide below on how to paint over efflorescence on masonry, an issue easily overcome with the use of Zinsser Watertite.   What Is Efflorescence? Efflorescence appears as a result of salt being pushed to the surface of masonry (concrete, brick, stucco or natural stone) and left behind by water, often a sparkling white powder and sometimes with ...

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How To Paint Woodstained Or Varnished Surfaces

Our 3-step guide below explains how to paint over varnish, preparing and finishing woodstained or varnished surfaces effectively, without all the tedious sanding, using Zinsser products to prime, seal and decorate quickly.     The Benefits Zinsser work with contractors to create problem-solving products that meet “real world” challenges, such as painting over previously-woodstained or varnished surfaces, providing tried and ...

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How To Paint Surfaces Exposed To High Humidity

Follow our 4-step guide below for quick and cost-effective painting of surfaces subject to high humidity, using hygiene coatings such as Zinsser anti condensation paint products for properly prepared and quickly finished decoration in areas such as bathrooms, kitchens, changing rooms at swimming pools, etc. High humidity environments are tough on painted surfaces with water vapour in the air and ...

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How To Paint Over Interior Fire Damage

Our easy 4-step guide below shows how quickly and cost-effectively odours and stains caused by fire can be blocked using Zinsser products, prior to painting with a decorative topcoat. Because sometimes, accidents happen – ceilings and walls can be scorched in the kitchen due to pans catching fire. A toaster could be left unattended in a workplace staff room. Electrical ...

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How To Paint Metal Garage Doors

See our updated post: Using Rust-Oleum CombiColor Original to Paint Garage Doors: A Comprehensive Guide Are your metal garage doors in need of recoating? Paint flaking and peeling off your shutters, leaving an unsightly surface? Not sure where to start? Painting garage doors and roller shutters may appear to be a daunting prospect, but it’s actually very straightforward, and will ...

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Should You Spray Paint or Roller Your Walls?

When it comes to painting, you don’t just have to pick up a brush. There are so many methods you can choose from, a simple task like painting your walls can be a headache! If you like efficiency, speed, and a nice even finish, your top two choices are probably spray paint or roller. So which one should you choose? ...

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Polyurethane Varnish for Wood

Polyurethane varnish being used on a library floor

Polyurethane varnish for wood can be used on doors, window frames, floors and other joinery structures. Providing a tough finish, they are great for protecting wood against abrasive scuffs, knocks and scratches. So, if you are looking for more a durable and protective wood finish than wood oils offer, for bare woods or previously stained/varnished surfaces, Rawlins Paints have a ...

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