- Improper surface preparation before painting
- Applying latex paint over multiple layers of oil-based paint without proper bonding
- Moisture seeping through the substrate from behind (e.g., leaking gutters and unsealed joints)
Causes:
RECOMMENDED SOLUTIONS
- Identify and correct any moisture source (leaks, gaps, poor ventilation) before repainting.
- Scrape off all loose or peeling paint with a paint scraper or wire brush.
Sand edges smooth to feather transitions between bare areas and remaining paint. - Wash the surface to remove dirt, chalk and mildew.
- Apply one or two even coats of a recommended Valspar® exterior paint, following the spread rate and dry time instructions on the label.
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS
EXTERIOR PAINTS
