All coatings have a finite life. In some cases when a house is as old as 30–100 years old, the coatings build up. Although they can appear sound, it’s not until the surface is painted that the instability of the underlying coatings become apparent. Continue reading “Common Paint Problems: Delamination” →

This is often characterized by a concentration of water-soluble paint ingredients called “surfactants” on the surface of a latex paint. It may be evident as tan, brown, or clear spots or areas, and can sometimes be glossy, soapy, oily, or sticky. Continue reading “Common Paint Problems: Surfactant Leaching” →