Painting timber, weatherboards and linea in good condition

Note: For a visual of the steps below outlining how to prepare and paint timber, weatherboards and linea, please reference the PDF flowchart.

1. Treat moss and mould with Resene Moss & Mould Killer (D80)
2. Wash and scrub using Resene Paint Prep and Housewash (D812)
3. Sand any flaking paint using 120-150 grit zinc sterate sandpaper
4. Spot prime using Resene Quick Dry primer (D45)
5. Fill any holes and gaps, lightly sand filled areas with 220 grit sandpaper and reprime with Resene Quick Dry primer (D45)
6. Paint options:
   1. 2 coats of Resene Sonyx 101 semi-gloss (D30) or Resene Lumbersider low sheen (D34)  OR
   2. 2 coats of Resene Decorator Acrylic Gloss (T3)

Note: For more information on products, view the Product Data Sheet referred to in ( ) after the product name. Decorator products are recommended for trade use only.

Notes:

• Resene Sonyx 101 is our recommended topcoat for Linea. As there are often imperfections in the boards that Resene Hi-Glo (D31) will highlight. Resene Lumbersider is an option especially if the boards are in poor condition with lots of filled nailheads, joins etc or if a more rustic look is preferred.

• Linea weatherboards utilise innovative ceramic technology to produce a very durable, movement and moisture resistant substrate – and is an ideal substrate for painting as it overcomes many of the movement related issues inherent in timber.

• Its lack of movement and inertness mean that strong colours can be used without the risk of warping and shrinkage – problems common to timber weatherboards. As a result it is proving popular with designers and architects wishing to use stronger colours on their designs.

• While they arrive at a building site primed they will need spot priming for any nail holes, cut edges and any sanded areas.

• For maximum durability we recommend three topcoats are applied - this increases the coverage and therefore durability over sharper edged profiles.

• To extend colour durability still further a coat of Resene Concrete Clear (flat, satin or gloss) (D54A) can be applied (usually over Resene Lumbersider).

• Repainting older fibre cement weatherboards such as Hardiplank and Weathersider is usually straightforward. Our recommended topcoat is Resene Lumbersider. For preparation information and what to do if they contain asbestos refer to your Resene ColorShop.

Key accessories essential to complete the job

• Resene Paint Prep and Housewash
• A good quality brush is recommended
  • 75-83mm Legend brush for men
  • 63-75mm Legend brush for women
• Contract filler for any cracks or nailheads
• Exterior No More Gaps
• 220 or 180 grit zinc sterate sandpaper for sanding fillers etc.
• Paint pot to decant into if using 10 litre pails

Add ons – to make the job easier or quicker

• Drop sheets
• Resene Hot Weather Additive for hot dry conditions
• Painter dusting brush
• Sanding blocks
• Painter gloves (good for sanding and painting)
• Resene MoulDefender

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