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11-27-15

Poor Hiding

Paint lacking the ability to hide or obscure a surface when it has been uniformly applied.

Possible causes:

• The use of a low-grade paint or lighter color than the substrate
• The use of a poor-quality or the wrong type of brush or roller cover
• Paint was spread too thin and not applied at recommended wet film thickness
• Paint was over reduced before application
• Color containing organic colorants, like bright yellows or reds, was used and naturally does not hide as well as muted colors.

Recommendations:

• **See Lead Information for warnings.
• Always use high-quality, recommended applicators
• If the substrate is significantly darker, prime with Pratt & Lambert® Multi-Purpose Waterborne Primer prior to applying the finish coat.
• If a deep bright color is selected, prime with Interior Latex Deeptone Primer and have it tinted to the recommended grey shade
• Finish with 1-2 coats of Accolade® Interior Paint + Primer. Accolade® Finishes have a high solid content, which increases their hiding ability

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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.

For those who would like more help with paint problems, see: Pratt & Lambert Problem Solvers.