Premium Madison Outdoor Paint

Madison Premium Paint is a 100% Acrylic Latex Paint that contains high solids and gives an excellent coverage. Designed and manufactured by the Amish in America.

It is a very low odor paint that can be sprayed or rolled on smooth and is easy to touch up. Madison Paints are self priming and they have a very good adhesion designed to ensure your outdoor furniture and surfaces look great.

It provides early water resistance and will adhere to both chalky and weathered surfaces and will not flake or peel. The Madison colors are designed to hold up much longer than traditional vinyl or clay paints found in retail stores.

This paint is great for any outdoor surface, such as use on wood, concrete blocks, pre-primed metal, primed siding, cement board storage sheds, barns, commercial buildings and houses. If you do not see the color you want, we have the ability to match it to any color of your choice. You can select, "custom color" as an option and you can email us your color choice from any major companies color wheel to info @ thecharmingbenchcompany.com to get your order processed.

Features

• Made in the USA
  
• Designed and manufactured by Amish
• Rejuvenates, preserves & protects
• Low odor and Low VOCs
  
• Long lasting UV protection
• Green building compliant
• Recommended application temperatures between 45 and 85 degrees

Application Instructions
Sir or mix the outdoor paint thoroughly before using. Apply using either a brush, roller or airless sprayer. When spraying a #517 sprayer tip is recommended for the best finish. For previously unpainted surfaces, we recommend two coats for best results. Make sure to allow the first coat to fully dry before applying a second coat of our premium Amish paint.

Ideal application happens when the temperature outside is between 45 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. We do not recommend using our product when the temperature is below 35 degrees or on hot days in direct sunlight. For the best outcome, applying our product earlier in the day avoids potential moisture collecting on the wet film which can prevent it from drying correctly. This can happen in some climates in the late afternoon or evening when there is moisture in the air or when there is a chance of rain in the forecast.

Material:Acrylic Latex Paint
Use: Indoors/Outdoors
Size: Quart, 1 Gallon or 5 Gallon
Colors: PDF of Colors. 3304- Satin Ocean Blue, 3305- Satin Millcreek Green, 3307- Stolzfus Beige, 3311 SK White, 3313- Satin New Holland Beige, 3314- Satin Wedgewood Blue, 3321-Satin Belmont Blue, 3326- Satin Stauffer Red, 3327- Satin SK Clay, 3333-Satin Buckskin, 3341- SK Navajo White, 3346- Satin New Barn Red, 3347- Satin Chesnut, 3348- Satin Cape Cod Grey, 3351-Satin Chestnut Brown, 3356- Satin Barn Red, 3357- Satin Charcoal Brown, 3363- Lantz Almond, 3365- Satin Avacado, 3367 – Satin Elite Tan, 3368- Satin Down Gray, 3373- Satin SK Better Almond, 3375- Satin Dark Green, 3377- Quaker Tan, 3385- Satin Lanco Green

Q1: What defines a "Premium" Outdoor Paint, and how does it protect wood and metal compared to standard interior paint?

A: Premium outdoor paint is formulated with specialized resins and additives to withstand the harsh, variable outdoor environment.

1. UV Resistance: Premium paints contain high concentrations of UV-resistant pigments and stabilizers. It prevents the paint from chalking (breaking down into a fine powder) and from fading rapidly due to intense sunlight. Interior paint lacks this protection and will quickly fail outdoors.

2. Flexibility and Adhesion: Outdoor paint uses flexible binders (resins) that allow the paint film to expand and contract with the underlying material (wood, metal) as temperatures change. It prevents cracking, peeling, and blistering caused by temperature cycling and moisture absorption.

3. Mildew and Algae Inhibitors: Premium formulas include fungicides and mildewcides that actively resist the growth of mold, mildew, and algae, which thrive in humid outdoor conditions.

Q2: What is the most critical preparation step before applying premium paint to an outdoor surface?

A: Proper preparation is the most critical factor determining the paint's lifespan and finish.

1. Cleaning: The surface must becompletely clean—free of dirt, dust, mold, chalky residue, and loose paint. Use a quality exterior cleaner or a mild bleach solution to kill any existing mildew spores, then thoroughly rinse and fully dry.

2. Scraping and Sanding: All loose, peeling paint must be scraped off. The entire surface should be lightly sanded (often $80 \text{ to } 100 \text{ grit}$) to "etch" the old finish, creating a texture that allows the new paint to adhere firmly.

3. Priming: For bare wood, metal, or surfaces with severely damaged old paint, use ahigh-quality exterior primer. Primer seals the surface, prevents tannin bleed (from wood), and provides a uniform, strongly adhesive base for the topcoat.

Q3: When painting metal outdoor furniture, what type of primer must be used?

A: Metal surfaces require a specialized primer to prevent flash rust and ensure adhesion.

1. Rust-Inhibiting Primer: Metal must be primed with anetching primer or arust-inhibiting primer that contains zinc chromate or zinc phosphate. This primer chemically bonds to the metal surface, sealing it and preventing rust from forming beneath the paint film.

2. Rust Removal: Before priming, all existing rust must be obliterated using a wire brush or sandpaper. Painting over rust will only trap moisture, and the rust will quickly bubble through the new paint.

3. Paint Type: Use a paint explicitly formulated for metal, often analkyd-based or specialized acrylic enamel. It provides a hard, durable, and impact-resistant finish.

Q4: How does the ideal temperature and humidity affect the application and drying of outdoor paint?

A: Environmental conditions are critical for proper paint curing and adhesion.

1. Temperature Range: Most premium outdoor paints require an ambient temperature between$50^{\circ} \text{F}$ and $90^{\circ} \text{F}$ during application and for at least 24 hours afterward. Painting outside this range can lead to poor adhesion, uneven drying, and failure.

2. Avoid Direct Sun: Do not paint surfaces that are baking in direct, hot midday sun. It causes the paint to "flash dry" too quickly on the surface, preventing proper chemical cure and leading to brush marks.

3. Moisture: The surface must beabsolutely dry. High humidity dramatically slows drying time, and moisture trapped beneath the paint film can lead to blistering and premature peeling.