How Do I Paint PVC?
Stained, faded and marked PVC surfaces make a property appear rundown, affecting the attractiveness of businesses to customers and of rental properties to prospective tenant. PVC surfaces on a property include Pipework, Guttering, Doors, Windows, Soffits and facia boards
The fact is that uPVC and cPVC (PVC from here on) are difficult to paint, but can be painted by following the steps below.
The PVC surface to be painted must be clean, dry and free from anything that will interfere with the adhesion and application of the materials and coatings to be applied.
Remove loose and failing material through scraping or brushing with a stiff bristle brush to a sound edge, feathering this with a fine grade abrasive paper.
Remove all visible signs of organic growth and using Tikkurila Mould Removal Solution to treat areas before allowing them to dry.
Use methylated spirit to ensure the surface is free from any contaminants and anything that could interfere with adhesion, frequently changing the cloth, before priming overall with one full coat of Otex Adhesion Primer.
Apply the primer in accordance with the technical data sheet and allow to dry.
Finish with two full coats of Panssari Akva. Follow the minimum drying times (depending on conditions as per the technical data sheet) between coats.
Please note there are additional options available in our industrial range (for professional use only). Our range of two pack polyurethanes include two primer-finish products (Temadur 10 and 20).
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If you require more advice on painting PVC, give our technical team a call on 0131 334 4999 or send them a message here
