Paint Solution

Migration of waxy additives used in reconstituted wood products to the surface causing discoloration and possible wetting.



Exposing the hardboard to weather too long before painting.
Not priming or using an improper primer.
Dark colors are more prone to wax bleeding because of heat absorption.
Inadequate paint film thickness.
Flat paints are more likely to wax bleed.



Prevent the wax used in hardboard manufacturing from bleeding by painting new hardboard within 30 days.
Hardboard siding needs 3 coats: primer and 2 finish coats.
Use a recommended primer before repainting.
Wax bleeding avoidance reduces dirt adherence.



Priming is critical for preventing wax bleeding.
Select a top quality exterior paint in the color/sheen of your choice.



Substrate: Hardboard
Primer: 220 Weather Shield Ext. Alkyd 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