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Friable surfaces are challenging, with most paints flaking and peeling off with the substrate over time.
See below for our 4-step tried and tested method of patching and priming friable external walls using Zinsser products.
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Zinsser Paint Friable Exterior Walls Products
Step 2. Patch Priming & Bring Forward
Zinsser Paint Friable Exterior Walls Products
- Zinsser Mould Killer & Remover
- Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3
- Zinsser AllCoat Exterior Gloss (Water Based) or Zinsser AllCoat Exterior Satin (Water Based)
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The Benefits
Zinsser work with contractors to create problem-solving products that meet “real world” challenges, providing tried and tested solutions to painting problems, such as painting friable exterior walls.
Challenging surfaces to paint, friable surfaces rub away easily under gentle pressure, such as old weather (spalled) brickwork, with paint falling away with the substrate over time.
Once the surface is suitably prepared, Zinsser products quickly prime surfaces for redecoration in over 4,000+ colours from RAL, NCS, and British Standard, matching existing exterior décor and company branding. It means businesses and services, such as schools, libraries and council offices, won’t be disrupted for long and soon back to their sparkling appearance.
Step 1. Surface Preparation
Before using Zinsser products ensure surfaces are clean and dry, removing anything that could interfere with adhesion of materials being applied.
Loose material can be removed by scraping or brushing with a stiff-bristled brush to a sound edge.
Moisture content should not exceed 12% prior to painting.
Any signs of organic growth should be removed and Zinsser Mould Killer & Remover used to treat affected areas in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, allowing to dry.
Fill cracks and any small surface defects using a suitable filler, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, allowing the surface to dry before rubbing down with a fine grade abrasive paper and then removing all dust.
Step 2. Patch Priming & Bring Forward
Use Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Primer Sealer to patch-prime bare and filled areas, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, allowing an hour minimum drying time (in normal conditions).
Bring forward patch-primed areas with Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Primer Sealer and allow to dry.
Step 3. Priming
Prime all areas requiring decorating by applying one full coat of Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Primer Sealer, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Allow a minimum drying time of 1 hour in normal conditions.
Step 4. Decoration
Decoration of the prepared and primed surfaces can be carried out with Zinsser Allcoat Exterior Satin or Gloss, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, with a minimum of 1 hour between coats (in normal drying conditions).
The paint has over 4,000+ colours from RAL, NCS, and British Standard for matching existing exterior décor or company branding and is designed for long term decoration for up to 15 years.
More Information
If you require more advice on painting friable external walls, give our technical team a call on 0113 2455450 (option 2) or send a message to [email protected].
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Hi You tell us using your products how to paint internal walls with your paint ( not Lime Wash ) which already have lime wash on . I cannot find reference to painting outside lime wash walls with your paint,
Is your paint not waterproof and is so can you use Weathershield instead please?
Regards
Scott Lord
Hi Scott,
For exterior Limewash or Lime Render we can recommend 2 coats of Zinsser AllWeather Masonry Paint once the surface is clean, dry and free from any surface contamination. Certainly feel free to come back to us if you need any more help.