General Introduction     

General considerations

• How to assess the condition of a surface, including an explanation of MPI’s “Degree of Surface Degradation” (DSD) rating system and common causes of the most frequently occurring coating defects
• How to assess the condition of an existing coating, as well as common factors that affect systems selection for repaint projects
• Proper environmental conditions for painting work throughout all phases of the project
• Best practices for painting operations
• Surface preparation (MPI’s Repainting Surface Preparation Standards)
• Paint application
• Inspection/quality control
• Review of the coating VOC regulations including mandatory federal and local rules as well as LEED requirements
• Industry Standards

MPI Identifiers

• Identify common coating defects and failures
• Most frequent causes of defects and failures

Divisions

• Divisions list
  • Concrete
  • Masonry
  • Metal
  • Wood
  • Drywall
  • Stucco
  • Miscellaneous

• Each division listed above covers the following information:
  • How to evaluate the surface to be coated
  • Remedial action required if the surface is deemed unacceptable for painting
  • Commonly used systems and products
  • Suitability of the systems
  • Proper surface preparation
  • Quality control procedures
  • Relevant standards

Specifications

• What to expect in a maintenance repainting specification
• How to prepare a short interior and exterior maintenance repainting specification
• MPI Short specification guide

Miscellaneous

• The responsibilities of all relevant parties during a paint project including the painting contractor, general contractor and owner.
• Most frequently used MPI paint standards for maintenance paint situations.
• Surface Preparation Standards
• Description of a paint quality assurance program that uses inspection to provide the final touch to the quality of the maintenance repaint project.
• Testing equipment and methods of use during a repaint project.

Case study

• Real World Maintenance Repainting Scenario
• How to prepare the Specification
• Completed Specification sample

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