Problem Solver
Finding solutions for common paint problems starts with determining their causes.
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Problem Solver - Exterior
All exterior paint problems are correctable—find the right solution here. This section lists a variety of exterior paint problems. Simply select the problem you have to find the remedy. Note: Images provided by The Rohm & Hass Paint Quality Institute.| | Alligatoring Surface imperfections on the paint, film have the appearance of an alligator hide. Learn More |
| | Blistering Bubbles appear on the surface of the paint resulting from localized loss of adhesion and lifting of the paint film from the underlying surface. Learn More |
| | Chalking Chalking occurs when the paint film decomposes into a loose powder on the surface. Some degree of chalking is normal, but excessive film erosion can result in heavy chalking. Learn More |
| | Chalk Run-Down Chalk run-down is the washing down of chalk from an excessively eroding paint onto |
| | Cracking or Flaking Cracking or flaking is the splitting of a dry paint film through at least one coat, which can lead to |
| | Dirt Pickup This occurs when dirt, dust particles, or other debris accumulates on the paint film. This may resemble mildew. Learn More |
| | Efflorescence or Mottling Efflorescence or mottling is crusty, white mineral salt deposits. These can leach out to the surface on mortar, concrete, or masonry surfaces. Learn More |
| | Fading or Poor Color Retention Premature or excessive fading of color often occurs on exterior surfaces facing southern and western exposures. Learn More |
| | Frosting Frosting is a white, salt-like discolored substance on the paint surface. It is most noticeable on dark tints. Learn More |
| | Lap Marks Lapping is the appearance of a denser color or higher gloss where wet and dry layers overlap during painting. Learn More |
| | Mildew Mildew appears as black, gray, or brown spots or areas on the paint film or caulk bead. Learn More |
| | Nailhead Rusting Nailhead rusting appears as reddish-brown stains on the paint surface. Learn More |
| | Paint Incompatibility Paint incompatibility causes the loss of adhesion between coats were old coats of alkyd-based paint was painted over with latex. Learn More |
| | Poor Alkali Resistance Poor alkali resistance can cause color loss and overall deterioration of paint film on fresh masonry. Learn More |
| | Poor Galvanized Metal Adhesion This occurs when paint has lost its adhesion to a galvanized metal substrate. Learn More |
| | Poor Gloss Retention Poor gloss retention causes a rapid loss of gloss in the topcoat. Learn More |
| | Surfactant Leaching Surfactant leaching is a concentration of water-soluble ingredients in latex paint leaching out to the paint surface, often creating a brownish blotchy or shiny appearance. Learn More |
| | Tannin Staining Tannin staining appears as a brownish or tan discoloration on the paint surface from wood tannins migrating from the substrate through the paint film. Learn More |
| | Vinyl Siding Warp Vinyl siding warps or buckles after it has been repainted. Learn More |
| | Wax Bleeding on Hardboard Siding The paint is discolored by waxy components found in wood products. Learn More |
| | Wrinkling Wrinkling manifests as a rough, crinkled surface that occurs when paint forms a "skin." Learn More |
PAINT PROBLEM SOLVERCommon Paint Conditions, Their Cause, Repair & Prevention | |||
Condition:Air EntrapmentBleeding Blistering Blushing Chalking Chemical Staining/Etching Chipping Color Mismatch Cracking Dirt Contamination Edge Mapping Fisheyes Lifting Loss of Gloss Mottling Orange Peel | Also Known As:CratersDiscoloration Bubbles Cloudy, Milky Oxidizing, Fading, Weathering Spotting, Discoloration, Acid Rain Stone Chips, Nicks, Bruises Mis-Tint, Off Color/Shade Checking, Splitting, Crazing Dirt or Dust in Finish Featheredge Lifting, Edge Ringing Silicone Contamination, Cratering Raising, Shriveling, Wrinkling Dieback, Matting, Hazing, Dulling Streaking, Tiger Stripes, Floating Texture, Lack of Flow-Out | Condition:PeelingPinholing in Body Filler Rail Dust Runs/Sags Sandscratches Sandscratches Seediness Shrinkage Soft Film Solvent Popping Staining Bleed Through Tape Tracking Transparency Water Spotting Wrinkling | Also Known As:DelaminationBubbles, Bondo Pits Curtains, Hangers Sanding Marks Swelling, Sinking Grainy, Gritty, Dirty Ringing, Edge Mapping Soft Finish Gassing, Popping Discolored, Bleed-Back Tape Marks/Tracks Poor Hiding, Translucent Shriveling, Crinkling |
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