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Painting EIFS
Painting EIFS is normally unnecessary unless a color change is wanted or unusually
stubborn stains cannot be removed.
EIFS buildings can not be painted like most surfaces. Picture framing, streaking,
and flattened textures are the results of inexperienced painters not using
the different procedures required on EIFS. It is not more difficult, but it
is different. We have painted several million square feet of EIFS and learned
the hard way initially. Don't hire someone to learn on your project.
Some coatings will change the sheen. Most will change the texture enough that
an entire elevation must be painted to look good.
Contact the manufacturer for advice or call a professional in the EIFS coating business to do it
correctly.Other coatings can change the water vapor transmission rate of the EIFS and
trap moisture inside. Solvent based coatings can disolve the EPS Insulation board
and cause delamination of the outer layers of the EIFS.
If the EIFS surface is an elastromeric or silicone based coating, regular
latex paint will not adhere properly and peeling may result.
Although top-quality exterior acrylic latex paint is often used on EIFS
material, coatings other than those provided by the EIFS manufacturer may void
the warranty if it is in force.
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