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09-11-2006, 02:22 PM
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OT: Painting woodwork
My mom would kill me if she knew but ... We have this ugly banister, I MEAN UGLY. I really want to sand it and paint it white.
Has anyone done this? If yes, any advice on keeping it from wearing off? Thanks,
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09-11-2006, 02:48 PM
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I've heard an oil based is best to keep from markings and scratchings...good luck!
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09-12-2006, 05:08 AM
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My best advice is to make sure you use a really good primer before you paint, it will help the paint stick better! Good luck!
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09-12-2006, 05:19 AM
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I agree with both posts above... Use a really good primer and follow directions on how long to wait between primer and top coats ~ primer should be given time to set and thoroughly dry.. A good oil based paint is easiest to wipe clean ~ especially on a banister that will be getting a lot of hands on..
Be sure to have whatever paint remover is recommended for the oil based paint ~ unlike latex, oil base is not easily cleaned with soap and water.. I believe that most oil based paint calls for mineral spirits as a remover, but it could be something different.. It's been years since I've tackled home improvement projects, and I'm sure there are a zillion new products on the market.... Good luck!
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