Sabre Springs Neighborhood Homeowners' Association
Repaint Recommendations

Exterior Stucco and Masonry

1. Remove all loose and peeling paint by pressure wash, sandblast or hand tool cleaning as required.  Dirt, dust and grease shall be removed by washing with a detergent solution, followed a clear water rinse.  All mildew must be removed prior to any coatings being  applied.  The contractor shall scrub the areas affected with mildew with a mixture of 2/3 cup of TSP, 1/3 cup household bleach and 1/3 cup of powdered detergent per one gallon of warm water, unless contractor is metering a solution during the water blasting.  A commercially available mildewcide may also be used.  After mildew is removed, rinse all surfaced with clean water to remove any remaining residue.  All surfaces must be allowed to dry thoroughly before painting commences.  Ensure a clean, dry, chalk-free surface for the application or primers and finish coats.
2. Repair all cracks and voids using appropriate patching materials.  Feather back or texture all repairs to match adjacent areas.
3. Surfaces previously painted with glossy or enamel finishes should be abraded or otherwise deglossed to provide for adhesion of subsequent coats.
4. Spot prime bare areas with the finish coat product.

Finish Coats

Flat finish (one or two coats, as required) 202 Duratec 100% Acrylic Finish.

Exterior Wood

Wooden surfaces, i.e., garage doors, trim, eaves, fascia, fencing, etc., should be repainted on a cycle of approximately five years.  Some painted areas may last longer than five years, but it is best to repaint before the previously applied paint begins to fail.

Exterior Wood Surface Preparation

1. Pressure wash, hand or power tool clean to remove all loose or peeling paint.  Dirt, dust and grease may require the use of detergent for complete removal.  All mildew must be removed prior to any coatings being applied.  The contractor shall scrub the areas affected with mildew with a mixture of 2/3 cup to TSP, 1/3 cup household bleach and 1/3 cup household bleach and 1/3 cup of powdered detergent per one gallon of warm water, unless the contractor is metering a solution during the water blasting.  A commercially available mildewcide may also be used.  After mildew is removed, rinse all surfaces with clean water to removed any remaining residue.  All surfaces must be allowed to dry thoroughly before painting commences.  Provide a clean, dry surface suitable for the application of subsequent coats of primer or paint.
2. Patch holes and other surface defects as required with suitable wood-patching material.  Feather back patches to match adjacent surfaces, counter sink protruding nail heads.  Rusted nail heads should be spot primed with the specified rust inhibitive primer.  Spot prime patches with the specified primer or paint.
3. Previously enameled surfaces shall be prepared in such a way as to provide a sutiable surface read to accept primers and/or finishes.  This may be done by scraping, sanding and/or undercoating with the specified primer.

Finish Coats

1. Flat Finish
   1^st Coat  - Spot prime or undercoat if required - 167 Block-N-Prime
   2^nd Coat - 202 Duratec 100% Acrylic Finish (to cover)
   
   
2. Enamel Finish (100% Acrylic Enamel Finish)
   1^st Coat - (Spot prime or undercoat) 167 Block-N-Prime
   2^nd Coat - Mirroglide 100% Acrylic Low Sheen (126) Semi-Gloss (124) or Gloss Encamel (143)
   3^rd Coat - Mirroglide 1005 Acrylic Low Sheen (126), Semi-Gloss (124) or Gloss Enamel (143)
   
   
3. Enamel Finish (Alkyd Finish)
   1^st Coat - (Spot prime or undercoat) 167 Block-N-Prime
   2^nd Coat - 352 Classic
   3^rd Coat - 352 Classic

Note Regarding Primers: Priming is recommended when the previously applied paint is chalky, cracking or peeling.  Follow good surface preparation techniques before priming Surfaces in sound condition may not need priming, but two coats of finish may be required for complete coverage - particularly when changing colors.

Stained Front Doors:

Revarnish

Lightly hand sand (180 grit) to scuff the surface and remove any loose varnish or sealer.  Refinish using 942 Marine Spar Varnish.

Restain

Restaining front doors will require stripping off the existing varnish, sanding the door thoroughly, then re-staining with an appropriate exterior stain.  Finish with one or more coats of exterior clear varnish.

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