primer paints

[beckham]

Hi,
We have recently moved into a 1930s chalet bungalaow with a drop dead gorgous veranda. Knew it needed some renovation on moving discovered it was a rebuild. Builders have done a beutiful job now we need to paint it.
Have received different advice 1 apply exterior Sadolin alone or with Aliminium primer.
Any views out there please??

 

[Burnerman]

I think this depends on whether you want a 'natural' timber finish or a painted one.....if you fancy paint, then an aluminium primer should be fine - but if you prefer the natural look then Sadolin products are excellent.
Just follow their recommendations regarding an undercoat and all will be well.
John

 

[foxhole]

Decorating forum?

 

[dcdec]

You have to choose if you want a paint or wood stain. Aluminium primer is necessary if its a hardwood timber, if its softwood apply a primer or two coats of primer undercoat. Sikkens wood stains are very good and their xd gloss is my first choice.

Don't use any type of paint under a stain.

Bedec also make some good long lasting exterior paints

EDIT : When you say sadolin are you talking about superdec rather than one of their wood stains?