Wattyl Care Of Paintwork Instructions
- June 12, 2024
- Wattyl
Table of Contents
Care Of Paintwork
Instructions
CARE OF PAINTWORK
The lifetime of practically all paint finishes can be extended by performing regular maintenance, such as washing of the coating and repair of any damage.
INTERIOR PAINTS:
A three monthly inspection of all painted surfaces and removal of any surface
marks, stains or dust is recommended. However, stains should be treated as
soon as they are noticed, where possible, as these will be easier to remove.
Ensure the paint film is fully cured first (at least 7 days) before cleaning,
or the surface may be damaged.
– Dust using a soft cloth or soft bristled brush to remove any loosely
adhering material. Avoid excessive rubbing or abrading of the surface as this
can result in burnishing or glossing up of the paint film.
– Dab stained or marked areas using a soft cloth soaked in a mild detergent
solution. Rinse with clean water and allow to dry. Avoid excess rubbing or
abrading of the surface, as this can result in glossing up of the paint film.
If stains cannot be removed by mild detergent, use a proprietary cleaner,
following the manufacturer’s application recommendations.
Note: All cleaning treatments should be tested first on an inconspicuous
section of wall to ensure they will not cause unacceptable damage to the
painted surface.
MECHANICAL DAMAGE
Premium and Ultra-premium paint coatings typically used for interior walls in
residential and commercial environments are highly washable. However it is
important to take care when washing to remove stains so that the coating
appearance remains at it’s optimum (for example, avoid using abrasive cleaners
such as scouring pads and avoid cleaning chemicals which contain any abrasive
powder as the paint film can be scratched).
In addition, sticking posters or pictures to painted walls or woodwork using
adhesive tape such as sticky tape, masking tape, duct tape etc, or an adhesive
putty such as Blu-tack is not recommended as there is a possibility the
coating or substrate could become damaged when it is removed – particularly
if the adhesive substance has been on the coating for an extended period.
For example, an oily stain may remain in the paint film after removing Blu-
tack, or a sticky residue could remain on the surface from adhesive tape.
Removal of these stains or residues often involves solvents and these are
likely to damage the coating. Some substrates like plaster may be soft or
dusty. Removing tape or Blu-tack will likely pull off the paint and a thin (or
thick) layer of the plaster surface. This is not a fault of the paint as the
coating is removed with some substrate attached (that is, the paint is
sticking to the plaster at the tape/plaster interface, but the plaster is
failing cohesively within itself ). Regardless of the exact point of failure,
the owner should be prepared to undertake remedial repairs should damage
occur after removal of adhesive materials from the painted surface. The use of
tapes should be restricted to “low-tack” painters tapes that are solely
designed for use while painting. They should be removed as soon as painting
is complete, and before the maximum duration recommended on the tape.
REPAIR/MAINTENANCE
Annual repair of all surface defects is recommended with an appropriate
patching compound, followed by priming and paint touch up to these areas using
the original (if possible) or matching paint. Ensure the application imitates
the texture of the original coating for the least visibility of the repair.
Where large areas of touch up are required, or the damaged area is highly
visible, it is best to repaint the entire section back to a break in the wall
e.g. corner or doorway.
A full repaint of all walls and ceilings should be considered prior to every
10 year period depending on condition, with the most exposed areas requiring a
greater degree of attention or more frequent treatment. Finishes may last much
longer than this, but it is much easier to recoat a sound surface, minimizing
preparation time and cost.
EXTERIOR PAINT OR GRANOSITE TEXTURE COATING:
Regular inspection, cleaning and repair of a paint coating will prolong its
serviceability, highlight any structural problems and maintain the appearance
of the painted item for longer. Material that is deposited on, or grows into,
a paint film can degrade the coating and mask any underlying structural
problems that may arise. A simple plan of regular inspection and maintenance
will help highlight any potential areas of concern. A once yearly (or more
frequently in areas such as coastal regions subject to salt spray, and
industrial areas or near main roads subject to additional airborne
contamination) is recommended.
Cleaning the surface using a “soft wash” approach is recommended.
– Using a combination of mild detergent, a soft brush and low water pressure
(<1000psi) clean off dirt and grime deposits to reveal any areas of potential
concern. Give consideration to any local environmental issues which may be
impacted when cleaning a painted surface.
– Any mould or other fungal growth identified can be treated using a mild
bleach solution and then rinsing well with water.
– Surfaces which have started to open due to changes in the substrate may also
become apparent; remedial action should be planned to deal with this.
– Identify and repair any underlying issues before recoating the surface (see
above Repair/Maintenance).
Note: While most paint finishes are long lasting it is much easier to
repaint a sound surface in good condition than it is repair and repaint a
surface which has been left too long and has deteriorated badly.
OILS, STAINS AND VARNISHES:
Regular inspection is recommended with these types of finishes as they often
require more maintenance than solid cover paints.
– Clean as above using the soft wash method, taking care to not damage the
substrate particularly with soft timber such as Cedar, identify and treat any
mould, and recoat those areas which are showing signs of wear or
deterioration. Touch ups / repairs will be very noticeable if they are not
controlled and should cover full sections of the oiled or stained substrate.
For specific advice relating to your individual project, please phone Wattyl Assist: Ph: 132101 (AUSTRALIA) | Ph: 0800 825 7727 (NEW ZEALAND)
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