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A painter wants to apply finish paint over chalky exterior siding without cleaning or primer. What should be corrected first?

Correct Answer

B) Clean and dry the substrate, then use the compatible primer required by the coating system.

Remove chalk and contamination, rinse and dry the surface, then prime as required by the selected coating system. Extra finish thickness or a darker color does not replace preparation. Source: https://rustoleumsupport.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/4405841407373-Chalking-Powdering

Answer Options
A
Apply two heavy finish coats to bond the paint over the chalky surface.
B
Clean and dry the substrate, then use the compatible primer required by the coating system.
C
Switch to a darker finish color so the remaining chalk will not show.
D
Paint while the siding is still damp so the chalk sticks to the film.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Remove chalk and contamination, rinse and dry the surface, then prime as required by the selected coating system. Extra finish thickness or a darker color does not replace preparation. Source: https://rustoleumsupport.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/4405841407373-Chalking-Powdering

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