DESCRIPTION

The wearing away or removal of the paint film when scrubbed with a brush, sponge, or cloth.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

• Inadequate length of time allowed for paint to fully dry (i.e., cure) before washing or scrubbing.
   

• Use of an abrasive cleaner.
   

• Choosing the wrong sheen or product for the area.

SOLUTION

See Lead Information.

• Allow adequate dry time, as scrub resistance will not fully develop until the paint is thoroughly cured.
   

• Try washing the painted surface with the least abrasive material – sponge or cloth and water, or the mildest detergent first.
   

• High traffic areas may require a semi-gloss or gloss paint rather than a flat or satin paint to provide good scrub resistance.
   

• Alkyd/oil-based paints are generally more scrubbable than latex coatings.
   

• Exterior products will seldom provide a scrubbable surface as they are softer and more flexible to accommodate the expansion and contraction caused by temperature and humidity changes. Wash exterior surfaces carefully with a mild cleaning solution.

INTERIOR

SUGGESTED FINISH
Duration Home^®
SuperPaint^®
ProClassic^®
or reapply the same coating

See Interior Paints

EXTERIOR

SUGGESTED FINISH
Duration^®
SuperPaint^®
A-100^®
SWP^®
or reapply the same coating

See Exterior Paints