Remove all dirt and all surface contaminants that will interfere with adhesive of subsequent coats without damaging the substrates or adjacent areas.

Wire brush all loose and peeling paint and dust all surfaces before spot priming or applying finish coats.

Power washes all areas to be painted, and use a mild detergent solution such as MI-T-M's surface prep if required. Then rinse with clear clean water until all residues has been removed from all surfaces. Allow the surfaces to thoroughly dry before proceeding with preparation or painting.

Patch all holes and other surface defects with the appropriate material.

Re-set all protruding nail heads and fill with putty where necessary.