External masonry painting
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Failure: breakdown of paint film, mould growth, discoloration
Defects: unsuitable substrate; friable, cracks, uneven, dirty, dampness, containing soluble salts, alkalis, or already painted with incompatible coatings; unsuitable choice of paint; unsuitable conditions for application
Contains a table that lists exterior finish types and their suitability for various substrates (brickwork, render, concrete, blockwork)