Defect type
High · 2–4/5
External Paint Deterioration on Timber and Rendered Surfaces
Peeling, flaking, or chalking paint on external timber elements (eaves, fascias, window frames) and rendered walls. Accelerated by Perth sun exposure and Sydney coastal salt air, leading to timber degradation beneath.
Causes
- UV degradation from prolonged sun exposure
- Moisture penetration behind paint film
- Inadequate surface preparation before painting
Symptoms to look for
- Peeling and flaking paint on eaves and fascias
- Chalking or powdery paint surface on rendered walls
- Exposed timber showing signs of weathering
Remedies
- Strip failed paint to bare timber and repaint with exterior system
- Repair any underlying timber rot before repainting
- Apply high-build acrylic exterior paint system
Critical
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