Removing sap fom new timber skirting

[Henrik]

Hi,

just fitted some new skirtings and architraves in the whole house. What's the best way to remove/clean off some large sap rivers from the timber, before priming and painting?

Thanks,

Henrik

 

[2scoops0406]

Blowtorch or better still heat gun. Warm the sap up till it bubbles, then remove with a decorating knife, or a cloth, repeat until there little / none left. You may have to wait until the sap is dry, scrape / sand off any excess, and seal with knotting compund. Then prime etc.

 

[chappers]

yep whatever you do don't forget the knotting compound or it will just come back through your paint again.

 

[confidentincompetent]

Hi,

just fitted some new skirtings and architraves in the whole house. What's the best way to remove/clean off some large sap rivers from the timber, before priming and painting?

Try Methylated spirit. This is a vg solvent remover for resin. will also clean your knotting brush. Good luck