Apply surface coatings in the correct sequence

Level 1 Diploma in Painting and Decorating

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Apply surface coatings in the correct sequence

Unit 118: Applying paint systems by brush and roller to non-complex areas



Apply surface coatings in the correct sequenceBrush application

1. Working in your brush and getting a dip.

2. Applying paint or laying off.

3. Laying off.



Apply surface coatings in the right sequenceWorking in your brush

Working in your brush requires you to dip your brush into the paint then rub the brush against the inside of the paint kettle, ensuring all the bristles are evenly coated and not just the outer bristles.

Getting a dip means dipping your brush into the paint then tapping it alternately against the sides of the kettle, ensuring you have an even coating of paint. This reduces the risk of drips or spills from your brush.



Apply surface coatings in the correct sequenceLaying on and laying off paint by brush

Laying on is when you apply the paint to the surface, ensuring the area is covered.

Laying off is done at the end of the paint process and ensures there are no misses or runs, and that the paint has even coverage. Failure to do this properly will result in a poor paint finish.



Apply surface coatings in the correct sequenceCutting in

A decorator will do this first and will cut in the edges around the wall, ceiling, windows or door frames. The decorator will ensure there is a crisp sharp line with no paint on adjoining surfaces.



Apply surface coatings in the correct sequenceRoller application

Once the decorator has cut in the surface, they will apply the paint by roller if it is a large area.

The roller must first be dipped (wetting-in the roller will allow the paint to adhere to the roller) into the paint, ensuring it has an even coating and the excess paint has been removed. Otherwise paint will drip.

The application is done in sections (using a w technique) beginning at the top and working down and across. Once applied, the paint is laid off to ensure the coating is even with no misses or roller marks visible.



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