Order of painting
If you have to shut the door or window after painting. work first on the surfaces that come into contact when closed, to give them time to dry thoroughly.
Always start with the panel or bead inside edge sections on panelled door.
Follow same pattern for a casement window.
Paint a sash window in the same way. but first pull down the top sash and lift the bottom one to get at the top sash meeting rail. You need only paint those sections of the runners that show when the window is open. Don’t get paint on the cords or you will weaken them.
Complete the handle side last to make it easier to open and close during work, unless doors and windows have to be closed when painting has finished. In this case surfaces that come into contact when the door or window is closed must be painted first to allow for the longest possible drying time. Warning If you touch a tacky surface with soft clothing, for example, that leaves bits on the paint don’t rush in with a rag. Wait two or three weeks for the surface to harden thoroughly before gently rubbing down with fine wet and dry glasspaper, lightly wetted. Then dry off the surface and apply another top coat over the affected area.
Painting faults
Paint itself is rarely to blame for faults in the paintwork since reputable brands are subjected to careful quality control by the manufacturers. The following are the major causes of poor results.
-Poor surface preparation
-Getting dust in the paint
-Poor, incorrect or dirty equipment
-Faulty application technique
-Unsuitable paint for the job
-Adverse weather conditions
Causes of the common faults, their prevention and remedies are given with each section, but remember faults may arise through more than one factor.
