DESCRIPTION

Failure of paint to dry to a smooth film, resulting in unsightly brush and roller marks after the paint dries.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

• Application of additional paint or rebrushing or re-rolling in areas where the paint has partially dried.
   

• "Working" (e.g. applying too rapidly or for too long) paint too much during application.
   

• Use of the wrong type or nap size of roller cover. Use of the wrong type or size of brush.
   

• Applying too thin of a paint film.
   

• Painting a hot surface or in direct sunlight.
   

• Coating a very porous surface.

SOLUTION

See Lead Information.
 

• Allow the coating to dry thoroughly, then sand the coating smooth, and repaint.
   

• Wait until the paint has dried thoroughly before touching up.
   

• Apply the paint using good painting technique.
   

• Follow label and data page directions for the appropriate quality, applicator size, and type.
   

• Follow label and data page directions for the appropriate film build (e.g. thickness of each coating layer).
   

• Follow label and data page directions for the appropriate environmental conditions.
   

• Prime or seal porous surfaces.

INTERIOR

Reapply the same or an upgrade coating.
 
See Interior Paints

EXTERIOR

Reapply the same or an upgrade coating.
                    
See Exterior Paints