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Good Repair Guide: Construction stains

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Building and renovation work can result in spills and splashes causing undesirable staining on nearby surfaces. The most common substances likely to cause staining if not handled or used correctly include:

  • paints, varishes and stains (waterborne and solventborne)
  • oil, grease and wax
  • adhesives
  • sealants (silicone and latex)
  • concrete and cement-based mortar and grout
  • asphalt and tar.

 This Good Repair Guide covers:

  • the solvents and cleaners available for stain removal and the procedures for removing different types of construction-related stains without damaging the underlying material
  • physical removal options such as abrading, rubbing, sanding, scraping, sandblasting, grinding, steam cleaning, brushing or scouring where appropriate
  • dry materials that may be applied to a stain or spillage. 

 

Disclaimer: Please note that our publications reflect the regulations and best practices on the date of release, which is shown on the publication. As regulations and industry standards evolve, we always recommend that our publications be read in conjunction with the latest building code clauses and standards.

Product Information
Publication date 1 March 2016
Author Alide Elkink
Product type Book
Availability Available
Product code BK175

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Good Repair Guide: Wall linings

General wear and tear in a house often results in damage to interior wall linings. Damage can range from repairable (a picture hook pulled out or a door handle through the wall) to the catastrophic (a major leak or structural failure). 

This Good Repair Guide outlines some options for repairing existing wall linings and guidelines for when to replace a sheet or larger area of lining.

Prefinished linings (such as melamine-faced boards) are not included in this guide.

 

Disclaimer: Please note that our publications reflect the regulations and best practices on the date of release, which is shown on the publication. As regulations and industry standards evolve, we always recommend that our publications be read in conjunction with the latest building code clauses and standards.

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