SURFACE PROBLEMS
& SOLUTIONS
Every surface will have its share of problems over time. Efflorescence, peeling, hairline cracks, or fungus. As the total coating solutions provider, Nippon Paint has developed a wide range of innovative solutions to solve your surface problems. We also have a dedicated team of certified coating advisors ready to provide advice and on-site assistance whenever you need it.
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Problem
Efflorescence
Caused by migration of water-soluble salts from cement surface that is not fully dried before painting.

Step 1
Surface Preparation

Efflorescene
- Remove all surface contaminants either by brushing, washing, scrubbing or high pressure water jet.
- Allow the surface to dry completely before painting.
Step 2
Sealer

8000 Advance Sealer
Breathable film which has excellent efflorescence resistance.
Problem
Peeling
Caused by expired old paint film or incorrect painting system.

Step 1
Surface Preparation

Peeling
- Remove all surface contaminants either by brushing, washing, scrubbing or high pressure water jet.
- Allow the surface to dry completely before painting.
Step 2
Sealer

Hi-Bond Wall Sealer
It is specifically formulated for painting directly on difficult surfaces such as skimcoat interior walls and plaster ceilings to enhance intercoat bonding for the finishing topcoat.
Problem
Hairline Cracks
Caused by expansion or contraction of wall surface.

Step 1
Surface Preparation

Hairline Cracks
- Remove all surface contaminants either by brushing, washing, scrubbing or high pressure water jet.
- Allow the surface to dry completely before painting.
Step 2
Sealer

Flexiseal Elastomeric Membrane
Flexible paint film with excellent water resistence to cover hairline cracks and seal pores on concrete.
Step 3
Sealer

Vinilex 5100 Wall Sealer
Protects finishing coat against the effects of mild alkalinity and efflorescence.
Problem
Watermark
Caused by migration of moisture from surface that is not fully dried before painting.

Step 1
Surface Preparation

Watermark
- Remove all surface contaminants either by brushing, washing, scrubbing or high pressure water jet.
- Allow the surface to dry completely before painting.
Step 2
Sealer

Acrylic 5170 Wall Sealer
Specifically formulated to protect the finishing coats against the effects of alkalinity and moisture from the walls.
Problem
Powdery Surfaces
Caused by migration of moisture from surface that is not fully dried before painting.

Step 1
Surface Preparation

Powdery Surfaces
- Remove all loose, defective paint or powdery residues, loose chalk, dust and foreign matter.
- Surface to be painted must be cleaned thoroughly and dry.
Step 2
Sealer

Hi-Bond Wall Sealer
Specially designed to apply on skim coated wall, plaster ceiling and old painted paint surface which is powdery in nature to enhance the inter-coat bonding for top finishing coat.
Problem
Fungus
Caused by expansion or contraction of wall surface.

Step 1
Surface Preparation

Fungus
- Remove all the surface contaminants either by brushing, washing, scrubbing or high pressure water jet.
Step 2
Sealer

Fungicidal Wash
- Effective low toxicity bacterial, fungal and algae wash which will kills all film spoilage species.
- Apply fungicial wash over entires substrates by painting, scrubbing or spraying and allow it to remain on the surface for 24 hours or overnight to eliminate fungal spore.
Step 3
Sealer

Vinilex 5100 Wall Sealer
Protects finishing coat against the effects of mild alkalinity and efflorescence.