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Are there weather limits in using elastomeric paint?

August 16, 2011

I live in the SW where elastomeric paints over stucco are common. My brother in Florida was told that elastomeric paint does not do well in that heat. Are there limitations on elastomeric usage?

Can I use acrylic latex over elastomeric?

August 16, 2010

My strata building was painted about 14 yrs. ago with elastomeric over stucco. It has stood up well, still in excellent shape but we want to freshen it up. We have been advised to use a top coat of acrylic latex. Is this good advice?

Can elastomeric paint cover wide cracks?

October 1, 2009

I need to find out how wide of a crack can be covered by using elastomeric paint. Specifically, I have been asked if it can cover a span of 30 mils? I appreciate any info. you can provide Thank you!

Catchwater roof systems and elastomeric paint

August 22, 2009

I have an earthship, with a rubber (EPDM) roof. The roof is designed to catch rain and snow into a cistern for household use. Is elastomeric paint safe for this kind of roof, or will it contaminate the cistern water? (I do not use the cistern water for drinking, just

Can elastomeric paint be thinned to spray with an airless with a .015?

July 30, 2009

I have an airless with a 3/8″ hose and a .015″ tip, the paint calls for a 1/2″ hose with a .023″ tip. This paint is for stucco, I have wood exterior, last painted approx. 7 years ago.