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11-12-15

Poor Flow/Leveling

Failure of paint to form a smooth film without brush marks or roller stipple appearing

Possible causes

• Use of low-grade interior paint
• Applying paint before underlying coat has dried
• Paint applied too heavily, or more than the recommended wet film thickness
• The use of a poor quality or the wrong type of brush or roller cover

Recommendations

• **See Lead Information for warnings.
• Sand walls smooth to eliminate any stipple or texture.
• Use the manufacturer's recommended roller cover and brush type.
• Use high quality products with excellent application characteristics such as Accolade® Interior Paint + Primer. Accolade® is formulated to provide superior flow and leveling, which results in a smooth, elegant finish.

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**Lead Information

Removal of old paint by sanding, scraping, or other means may generate dust or fumes that contain lead. Exposure to lead dust or fumes may cause brain damage or other adverse health effects, especially in children or pregnant women. Controlling exposure to lead or other hazardous substances requires the use of proper protective equipment, such as properly fitted respirator (NIOSH-approved) and proper containment and cleanup. For more information, call the National Lead Information Center at 1-800-424-LEAD (in U.S.) or contact your local health authority.

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