Average rates for painting - Resene

Resene Professional development programmeContinued from page 37Step 4 – FillingImperfections and repaired areas, such as punchednails and cracks in timber and plaster, will need to befilled, and in some cases sanded, before spot priming orpainting can commence. The following chart identifiesthe most appropriate fillers for exterior use. The productpackaging also recommends where and how to use.You are now ready to paint.Like washing your car, cleaning your house will helpit maintain its good looks for much longer. Airbornecontaminants, including salt deposits, which settleon your paint film, can attach the surface and causepremature breakdown. Annual washing of yourhome will help maintain the fresh appearance ofyour paintwork.Moss and lichen can penetrate the surface of thepaint film, damaging integrity and reducing theKeep clean with Reseneuseful life of the film, while mould growth candestroy the chemical entity of the resin systemthat holds the paint system together. The presenceof moss, mould and lichen will hold moisture onthe surface longer, promoting further growth ofthese organisms and increasing the risk of damageto the coating. Removal using the appropriatewashing procedure will increase the life of thecoating and maintain the aesthetic properties ofthe paint finish.Resene Deep CleanResene Deep Clean is the simple, safe method of keeping allyour outdoor areas free from moss, mould, algae and lichen.Simply spray or brush on and leave Resene Deep Clean andnature to do the work. Slow acting Resene Deep Clean getsright down to the roots of the problem, destroying the growthand combining with U.V. light and rain to weather off theremains to leave a Resene Deep Clean surface. Ideal for use onpaths, patios, decks and other exterior cementitious, timber andpainted surfaces.Moss controlResene Moss & Mould KillerResene Moss & Mould Killer is a hypochlorite based washdesigned to kill and bleach most common moulds and funguswithin 48 hours. Recommended prior to repainting cementitioussurfaces where mould growth is normally present. Moss andmould must be treated before paining to avoid discolourationand damage of the new paint system.Paths, pavingand concrete39