AR161-BUILDING MATERIALS FEBRUARY 8, 2021

SP 500: SURFACES

PREPARATION

REQUIREMENTS

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LANSANG,
RHAFAELLA
RICCI L.
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RECOMMENDED BEST

TYPE OF PAINT FOR

CONTENT
1 NEW CONCRETE

2 OLD CONCRETE

3 WOOD SURFACES

4 STEEL/METAL SURFACES
NEW CONCRETE

acrylic latex paint

Acrylic latex paint is one of the highest quality

latex paints available. This type of paint uses
acrylic resin as the binder, which gives the
paint its adhesive qualities, durability and
resistance. Acrylic latex paint is a water-based
product that mixes and spreads easily on
masonry surfaces. You can use it to paint
floors, walls, steps, or any other concrete or
block surface.

1 First, allow new concrete to cure for 14-
28 days under normal weather
conditions before painting. Once dried,
dust off the dirt and wipe grease or oil
with a cleaning detergent to make sure
you have a clean surface.
HOW TO PAINT ON NEW CONCRETE?
2 After curing, neutralize (or what the
painters call lasunin) the surface. We
neutralize the surface because the
alkalinity of a new concrete surface can
cause efflorescence marks on the paint,
crusty, white salt deposits on wall
surfaces. However, if the concrete has
been cured for more than 28 days, you
can choose not to apply a neutralizer
especially when you’re using a premium
formulation like Boysen Permacoat Latex.
3 When neutralizing, make sure you
dilute 1-part of Masonry Neutralizer is
in 16-part clean water. Remember to
use rubber gloves when handling the
solution. Then, apply it on the surface
with a paintbrush or a roller and let it
stand overnight before rinsing with
water to remove white crystals that
form on the surface. Let it dry
completely before painting.
OLD CONCRETE

masonry paint

It is a paint finish designed especially for use

on exterior walls, including brick, stone,
concrete, plaster, lime and cement render,
and pebble dash. Due to these being outside,
the paint has to perform even better than
standard interior paints.

1 Patch gouged or otherwise damaged
areas with concrete filler.When you
set out to paint concrete, the process
begins rather unglamorously with
concrete filler, which acts as a primer
for the painted surface. Use the
patch compound to fill in all holes,
scratches, and gouges in the
concrete. After allowing sufficient dry
time, sand the repaired areas until
they are smooth.
HOW TO PAINT ON OLD CONCRETE?
2 Using a solution of trisodium phosphate (TSP)
and warm water, clean the concrete floor or
surface thoroughly, removing all the oil and
grease that would otherwise discolor the paint
job. Work the solution into the concrete with a
metal-bristled brush. To determine the proper
ratio of TSP to water, read the package
instructions, but figure on about one-quarter cup
TSP to one gallon of warm water. TSP can harm
skin and eyes if it makes contact, so be sure to
wear full protective gear. Let the surface dry for
two days before painting. After it dries, run your
hand over the concrete; it should feel like 120-grit
sandpaper.
3 Sweep the area or wipe it down with a
dry cloth, depending on the orientation
of the surface. Now you’re ready to
start painting. Use a paintbrush to apply
an initial coat of paving paint (or porch-
and-floor enamel) over the perimeter of
the area. A regular medium-size
paintbrush enables you to achieve
good coverage when painting corners
and edges, whether you’re working with
an interior or exterior space.

4 Next, use a paint roller to fill in the
sections that you didn’t coat with the
brush. If you’re painting a concrete
floor, remember to start on the far
side of the room, so you end up
finishing near a doorway or another
convenient stepping-off point. In
other words, don’t paint yourself into
a corner of the floor! Let that first
coat of paint dry for at least 16 hours
or so.
HOW TO PAINT ON OLD CONCRETE?
5 Putty knife in hand, scrape away any protruding
lumps or bumps that appeared after the first coat
dried. Sand any areas where the paint failed to
adhere; if you do end up sanding again, don’t
forget to sweep again, too.
6 Apply the second coat of paint in the
same way that you applied the first. This
time around, however, press down firmly
with the roller, mashing the paint into the
holes the first coat didn’t penetrate.
Before considering the project complete,
let the second coat dry for about five
days, particularly if the painted surface is
a heavily trafficked floor.
 WOOD

SURFACES

latex paint

Latex paint for furniture is a popular option since it’s easily

accessible and available in nearly every color under the
rainbow. You can pick up a pint or gallon of latex paint at your
local hardware store and choose from a variety of different
brands and finishes. There are also low or no-VOC (volatile
organic compound) formulas, which are highly recommended
for indoor painting projects. It dries fast, but takes a long time
to cure and retains a relatively ‘soft’ finish—which isn’t ideal
for furniture that will be heavily used.

1 Remove any old paint from the wood as
necessary. If the wood you want to paint
has paint already on it, you may have to
remove it before adding a new coat. Take
a putty knife and scrape away as much
paint as you can without getting too
persnickety about coverage. Then, fill all
dings and deep gouges with quality wood
putty, if possible.
HOW TO PAINT ON WOOD SURFACE?
2
Sand the surface of the wood with coarse
sandpaper and finish off with fine
sandpaper. Start by sanding down the
3 Prime the wood. Primer helps paint
achieve a uniform, rich look on top of
wood. Apply one coat for an even look
area where you've used putty or filler in your final product. Then, you may
before moving to the rest of the surface for now choose your type of paint. Most
an even feel. Use a fine grade sandpaper home paint jobs today rely on latex
for this work sanding the wood with 80 to (water-based) paint. Aside from a
100 grit sandpaper, making sure to handful of scenarios, this is probably
remove any paint that’s still on the the type of paint you want to use when
surface. Clean off any dust or wood it comes to wood.
residue with a tack cloth or vacuum.
finishing off with a damp cloth. Wait for the
wood to fully dry.
 HOW TO PAINT ON WOOD SURFACE?

4 Choose a kind of sheen for your paint.

Sheen, or gloss, is the amount of light
reflected in your paint. Also, whatever
kind of paint you choose, use high quality
paint and brushes.
5 Load your paintbrush with paint.
Submerge about a third of your paintbrush
into your chosen paint. Tap the paintbrush
on the side of the paint bucket, turn the
paintbrush 180°, and tap the other side of
the paintbrush against the bucket.
6 With a loaded brush, start from the top
of the wood and move down. Brush
evenly using somewhat shorter strokes.
Repeat this three to four times until one
segment of your wood is fully covered.
Try not to let the paint stand very long
between coats.

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Wait for the paint to dry fully before
repeating the process one to two more
times. Before the final coat of paint, work
over the dried painted surface lightly with
a very fine sandpaper. This will give your
final coat a nice surface to grip onto.
HOW TO PAINT ON WOOD SURFACE?
8 Determine if you need a sealer or clear
topcoat to preserve the paint on top of the
wood. Prep the surface of the painted
wood by lightly sanding and vacuuming off
any paint residue. Prepping the painted
wood in this way should not visibly affect
the sheen of the paint or the evenness of
the tone.
9 Apply up to three coats of sealer or
topcoat of polyurethane, depending on
your preference and topcoat directions.
Wait for the sealer or topcoat to dry,
and sand if instructed. Repeat until the
desired consistency is achieved.
 STEEL/METAL
SURFACES

acrylic paint (oil-based paint)

Most experts agree that oil-based paint is

typically a better option for metal because it is
more durable and resistant to chips and
marks. Go for a glossy finish for painting
anything that will be washed frequently.

1 Work in a ventilated area. Working
around paint and rust particles can be
harmful, so choose a well ventilated
area where you can put a drop sheet
down underneath your metal project.
Remove the old paint from the surface.
Use a wire brush to strip the paint from
the metal, remembering to wipe dust
and paint particles away with a damp
cloth as you work.
HOW TO PAINT ON STEEL/METAL SURFACE?
Then, clean the surface of the metal. Wipe
2 away all paint dust with a damp cloth and
discard the cloth. Scrape off any hunks of
remaining paint. Use a fresh cloth to give
your metal a thorough rub down, cleaning
off all loose paint, dirt, grease and grime
from the surface. Sand down the metal
until it is as smooth as possible. This will
ensure that you get the longest life out of
your paint job. After sanding, wipe down
your metal one final time with a damp
cloth to remove any lingering debris.
3 Apply a zinc-chromate primer first if the
metal is rusted. You will want to do this
before you put on the regular primer, but only
if you are working with rusted metal. Apply
two coats Because metal is extremely prone
to the effects of oxidization, a double coat of
primer is the best course of action. Not only
will this help the paint stick to the surface,
but it will also make the metal less vulnerable
to the effects of time and exposure to the
elements.

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Allow the primer to dry thoroughly.
Drying times vary from product to
product, so check the information on
your particular can for details. The
acrylic paint will go on better and last
longer if you apply it on primer that has
dried completely.
HOW TO PAINT ON STEEL/METAL SURFACE?
5 Apply one coat of acrylic paint with a
brush or paint sprayer. Spray paint is also 6 Allow the final coat of paint to dry for
36-48 hours before using your metal
an option, but this type of paint won't last object. If possible, paint it in a place
as long on metal. Apply the paint evenly to where you can leave it once you're
the surface of the metal. Allow the first done, without having to move it. This
coat to dry completely. Apply a second will prevent accidental damage to the
coat of acrylic paint to the surface. Make finished surface.
sure to apply the paint as evenly as
possible. A second coat will ensure that
the finished project looks the best upon
completion. It will also provide additional
protection and last longer on the metal.