Hello, I have some external doors to hang and am wondering what I should allow for a coat of primer, two undercoats, and two top coats of gloss? I have got this wrong in the past and it has taken ages to rectify. Any advice much appreciated, Wb
The norm is to allow the thickness of a 50p piece around all edges, make sure that you seal the top and especially the bottom edges before hanging as h this is where dampness normally gets in and causes swelling. Sam
Thanks Sam, Funny you should say this because I had used the traditional 2p before and last night thought to myself just use a pound coin instead but 50p would be easier to handle as it is larger. Wb
er, excuse me, but i dont think the question posed has actually been answered, in any way, shape or form
me: 1 coat of primer, 1 undercoat (always use on exterior paintwork) and two gloss. use oil based whilst they are still available, much longer lasting.
Thanks Ponty, I am using Dulux Weathershield Exterior Gloss - three part system. I am not a pro so will see how it looks after the first undercoat and how much sanding it needs. Wb