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Project Scenario

Kevin is a commercial painter. He wants "Eggshell" to repaint offices and hallways at Big Deal, Inc. What product does he want?

Preparation

  • Patch holes as required and spot prime.
  • Spot prime any bare substrates.
  • If current paint is a gloss alkyd coating, scuff sand with 150 grit sandpaper to create "tooth" and prime with _________.
  • Black scuff marks from shoes should be primed with _________ primer.

Primer Coat (Bare gypsum wall board)

Best: _________
Better: _________
Good: _________

Top Coat

Best: _________
Better: _________
Good: _________

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Caution! Things to consider

  • The higher the gloss or sheen, the more durable, but the more the substrate imperfections will appear.
  • The lower the gloss or sheen, the better the wall will appear, but scrub resistance will not be as strong.
  • Eggshell is a generic term - use draw downs to verify expectations of gloss or use.
  • Horizon Interior paints will dry odor free for those employees who are sensitive to paint smell.

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