Shutters on the windows

Shutters on the windows – Window shutters , being constantly exposed to the weather , quickly destroyed. Restoration of their rather laborious and requires special materials. Since paints, varnishes and compositions such pinotex can not conceal surface flaws usually requires a deep cleaning . It ensures greater durability repaired window shutters .

Trimming window blinds made ​​of wood and metal

If the paint or varnish on the shutters flake , crack or peel , then design need trimming . This applies to both metal and wooden shutters to .

Stripping stages window blinds :
1. Remove the shutters and place them in a horizontal position on props.

2 . Then, using a wire brush and scraper to remove all the peeled paint and is deciduous .

3 . Before applying paint remover brush, clean the surface of dust. If you choose regular stripper, such as methylene chloride based , work should be away from heat sources and in the shade, in well-ventilated area and a respirator. Means the last generation do not require such precautions. In a similar performance, they are less invasive , is not volatile and insoluble in water .

4 . When about 15 minutes after applying washes swollen paint flakes starts to descend , treat the surface with a scraper to remove the softened residue removers and paint.
– For easily accessible surfaces , use a spatula . For angles and plates , use a scraper or knife.
– Smooth out the surface of steel wool or a wire brush . Rinse with plenty of clean water. If you then still have traces of paint stripper treat them .
– Finishing was performed using a grinding machine, for example , with a triangular nozzle. As a result, should get a perfectly smooth surface.

5 . Rinse with clean water and let it dry .

If you need to process a large number of wooden or metal shutters , you can refer to a special workshop where they will immerse in the cleaning solution .
wooden shutters

Repair rotted wooden shutters

Perhaps after removing paint you will notice that the wooden window shutters rotted portions and cracked or loose parts that mount . In such cases, before painting them should be strengthened.

Patching holes. Initially, a chisel or rasp remove the affected areas of the tree. If rot only touched the surface , you can use synthetic putty for wood, which is applied wet spatula.
If rotten wood in depth, should be applied such as a synthetic resin , «Resibois». This means the liquid seeping deep into the wood , and fills the void after drying creates a semblance of a lasting framework that strengthens the entire affected area . Apply layers sequentially and let them harden as it should , the number of layers is determined only by the need to fill all cracks or depressions .

Strengthening shutters gons. This method is suitable for strengthening connections goalposts and the crossbar window blinds and ” Persian ” shutter. Shutters can be further strengthened through sufficiently long flat rectangles .

1. Hollow chisel recess under squares . The grooves must be deep enough to completely fit in the squares and in consequence they were flush with the surface of the shutter.
2 . Secure squares . Make sure that the squares in the correct position ( were centered ) and then fasten them with screws made ​​of stainless steel or brass.
3 . Cover the squares for wood putty . Apply it with a spatula until the elbows are not completely disappear , and smooth . Before sanded putty , let it dry .

Paint wooden shutters

Paint window shutters without treatment is possible only under the condition that the existing paint never cracked and peeled off , and using the same type of paint as the original . Otherwise, the surface will need to clean , polish , and if the wood is still porous , primed surface or apply a means of filling the pores.

For wooden shutters are best suited paint and enamel with special additives from yellowing . For greater convenience, use a brush with pig bristles . Paint for the first coat should be diluted to 5-10% solvent such as mineral spirits .
Dip the brush half , gently squeeze and try to cover the maximum possible area without updating

the paint. Better apply two or three thin coats of paint to avoid drips than one thick .
The second layer is placed in a pure form , without dilution . Allow the paint to dry and harden in a dust-free place .

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Varnished wooden shutters

Besides painting wooden shutters can be lacquered. Before starting work, the window shutters should be cleaned and sanded fine grained sandpaper . If you plan to repair and blinds , it is best to apply the putty with the matching shade of a tree blinds . Just pay attention to the composition of the varnish , and instructions to him , some paints may not be compatible with other drugs chemical composition.

Work with varnish better indoors

First Layer: Dissolve varnish 50% solvent E to get a very liquid mixture . Apply varnish preferably 4-5 cm wide brush first coat of varnish should be as thin. Allow varnish to dry and then sand with sandpaper dampened with soapy water . Rinse with clean water and wipe dry with a chamois.
Second coat: dilute varnish 25% E solvent. Nail apply long strokes in the direction of the fibers. Try to lay down a thin layer of varnish . Within days, let dry and harden , then sand and rinse .
Concluding layers : the third and fourth layers of lacquer are applied “clean” without dilution with varnish . Allow to dry and solidify the varnish for several days.
During the entire duration of the shutters keep in a sheltered spot .

Impregnation of window blinds ” pinotex “

” Pinotex ” permeates the wood , highlighting her figure it can stain or paint it. It may not be cracked , because it does not form a surface film . At the same time it makes the shutters impermeable to water. Shutters impregnated ” pinotex ” very easy to refurbish . Does not require any cleaning or polishing . Enough to put a new layer of the preparation of the same hue. In order to infiltrate ” pinotex ” shutters , previously painted or varnished , requires that the tree was in perfect condition, carefully cleansed and polished .
Painting of metal shutters

Metal shutters before painting it is necessary to clean up . To avoid the development of corrosion over the entire surface of metal shutter should apply a rust converter .

Rust – a special composition which reacts with the products of corrosion ( rust ) forms a solid protective film. Rust protection is an intermediate layer between the metal and the basic paint composition.

Coloring metal shutters use oil paint mixed with a corrosion inhibitor . Apply the paint with three layers ( preferably several thin coats of paint than one thick ) , allowing it to dry thoroughly between coats.