New Putty Over Old
Can I apply new putty over old putty that is rock hard and has been overpainted without stripping out the old putty on Bay Window Mullions??
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JL Windows and Doors
1 Reviews, 100% Positive
You can but the putty will not adhere properly. It is good practice to remove old putty first.
23rd Aug 2019
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AdjAbuilder Ltd
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Sharp implement at least scrap of paint.
Make sure you apply a layer of new putty
Make sure you apply a layer of new putty
23rd Aug 2019
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Locksmith & Window Doctor
1 Reviews, 100% Positive
Hi no you need to remove old putty if you put new putty over the old it will not bond
19th Dec 2019
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Infinity home improvements
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Sharp chisel and chip old putty off ( new putty won’t bond to old hard putty )
13th Jul 2020
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Dc warmroofs and home improvements ltd
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No never
15th Nov 2022
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Kpglass & Glazing
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Dear Sir
Thank you very much for your enquiry.
Before applying new putty, old putty needs to completely removed and cleaned up.
Kind regards
Chris
Thank you very much for your enquiry.
Before applying new putty, old putty needs to completely removed and cleaned up.
Kind regards
Chris
3rd Apr 2023
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