Tip of the Month

YELLOWING

Development of a yellow cast in aging paint; most noticeable in the dried films of white paints or clear varnishes

POSSIBLE CAUSES:

• Oxidation of alkyd or oil-base paint or varnish
• Heat from stoves, radiators and heating ducts
• Lack of light (such as behind pictures or appliances, inside of closets, etc.)
  

SOLUTION:

Use the best quality, latex paints. Top quality latex paint does not tend to yellow, nor does non-yellowing varnish. Alkyd paints, because of the curing mechanism, do tend to yellow, particularly in areas that are protected from sunlight.

Next Month: Preventing Stain Bleed-through

Previous Tips:

Blistering
Cracking/Flaking
Burnishing
Lapping
Poor Sheen Uniformity
Yellowing
Preventing Stain Bleed-through
Mildew
Picture Framing
Poor Hiding
Poor Stain Resistance