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Old paneling can become dingy over time and a fresh coat of paint can really
rejuvenate the room. With a little effort in preparing the job and the use
of Graham Aqua Borne Ceramic Finishes, your room can become
bright and cheery.
- Cover up and mask any areas that might be damaged by cleaning and painting.
- Clean the paneling thoroughly with a good household cleaner such as Fantastik or
409. Rinse off the cleaner with water. It is very important to remove all traces of oil,
dirt and grease. Paint will not stick to oily surfaces. Paneling typically build up oils
and grease over the years, particularly next to food preparation areas so it is really
important to make sure all oil and grease are removed. It may be necessary to use a
product made specifically to remove grease.
- If the old finish is glossy, it must be sanded to remove the gloss. Use sandpaper, not
steel wool. Steel wool will leave small steel fibers that may rust from the water in the
finish causing brown rust spots. It is usually a good idea to sand to make the surface
smooth and dull. After sanding remove the sanding dust with a rag moistened with
water or use a vacuum. So not use tack rags as they may cause poor adhesion of the
finish coat.
- It is not absolutely essential to use a primer since in most cases
the Aqua Borne Ceramic Finishes will adhere well to
the paneling without a primer*. However it may be desirable to use 320-00
Aqua Borne Acrylic Primer/Undercoater to fill in small cracks
and surface imperfections and reduce the number of finish coats particularly
if the paneling is dark.. This primer can be sanded to achieve a very
smooth surface. Either with or without a primer, it is suggested that
a small area be coated first and the adhesion checked after the trial
area is thoroughly dry before coating the entire job.
- Apply a coat of 532 Aqua Borne Ceramic Satin or 512
Aqua Borne Ceramic Gloss finish with a brush, roller or spray
equipment. Do not reduce the finish for brush or roller application.
Two coats will give maximum protection. Reduce with water as needed
for spray applications. Allow to dry overnight.
- Clean up equipment with soap and water.
- Step back and admire your work!
- *Note: Some very old paneling may have been coated with shellac. Aqua Borne
Ceramic finishes will partially dissolve shellac-causing cracking of the
film. If paneling to be refinished is coated with shellac, first prime the
cabinets with Acryplex #4 Oil Stain Sealer. You can test to see if the
cabinets have been shellacked by rubbing the cabinet with alcohol.
Alcohol will dissolve shellac.
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