Paint Solution

Many wide patterned cracks in the paint film with the appearance of alligator scales.



Usually multiple coats of naturally aged oil based paints that have become brittle and start cracking.
Topcoat's inability to bond smoothly to a glossy undercoat.
Insufficient drying time between coats.
A hard coating over a soft primer.



Remove all of the old paint by scraping and sanding.
A power washer is recommended for large areas to shorten the removal time.
The best way to avoid future alligatoring is to properly prepare the surface and paint with a high quality primer/finish coat.



Priming is essential for better adhesion, sheen uniformity, mildew control and durability.
Select a top quality exterior paint in the color and sheen of your choice.



Substrate: Bare Wood
Primer: 255 Stain Lock II Acrylic Primer
Finish Coats: 1240 Acry-Shield Exterior Flat Finish
1245 Acry-Velvet Ext. Low Sheen Finish
1250 Acry-Lustre Ext. Semi-Gloss Finish
1235 Seasons Ext. 100% Acrylic Flat
1236 Seasons Ext. 100% Acrylic Low Sheen