Painting your windows
Properly painting the glazing in period and listed buildings is crucial for preservation. Discover the traditional techniques and materials that will protect your windows for generations to come, ensuring both durability and historical accuracy. We're here to guide you through every brushstroke.
Why the right paint matters
The choice of paint is not merely aesthetic; it's fundamental to the preservation. The wrong paint can trap moisture, accelerate decay, and compromise the integrity of the timber and putty. Understanding the science behind traditional paints will equip you to make informed decisions that safeguard your heritage assets.
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The undeniable advantages of linseed oil paint
Linseed oil paint is paramount. Its traditional formulation allows moisture vapour permeability, as does linseed oil based glazing putty, preventing moisture build-up and subsequent timber rot. Unlike modern acrylics, linseed oil paint dries to form a 'lattice' type film which is durable, flexible, and expands and contracts with the timber.
These qualities make it ideal for the dynamic conditions experienced by exterior joinery, whilst It's excellent adhesion provide long-lasting protection and a beautiful, traditional finish.
Don't ever waste time and money on water based paints, because A) putty is Linseed oil based (oil and water?.
And Ultraviolet light will quickly kill your hard work, see HERE
Why water-based paints are a detrimental choice
To make it clear, do not use water-based paints on traditional glazing, especially over traditional linseed oil based putties or timber. Modern water-based paints can trap moisture within the timber, leading to premature decay and failure of the putty. They often lack the flexibility and moisture vapour permeability needed for historic structures, resulting in cracking, peeling, and significant damage over time. Preserve your windows by learning to paint properly, instead of assuming that you can decorate.
Learning correctly means laziness isn't necessary. Fact.