Browse Forums Finishing Touch 1 Apr 16, 2013 4:48 pm Just wondering if it can be stained? I have been told it can be but I just wanted to check to see if anyone here knows? Our build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=64705 Re: Linea Board- can it be stained? 2Apr 27, 2013 10:41 am http://scyon.com.au/products/download/f ... Jan+12.pdf fINISHING Preparation and priming The Scyon™ Linea™ weatherboard and Scyon™ Axent™ trim are pre-primed and must be dry before painting. Punch and fill all exposed nails a maximum of 2mm below the surface of the board. For screws, ensure the head of the screw is nominally 2mm below the surface of the board. Fill the hole with a suitable exterior grade filler, allow to cure and sand smooth. Priming of filled and sanded patches may be required in accordance with paint manufacturer’s specifications. NOTE: Care must be taken not to over-sand as it can affect the finish. Sealants Application and use of sealants must comply with manufacturer’s instructions. Sealants, if coated, must be compatible with the paint system. James Hardie recommends the use of James Hardie joint sealant, which is a paintable polyurethane sealant. Painting Refer to the project specification for paint requirements. The Scyon™ Linea™ weatherboard and Scyon™ Axent™ trim are pre-primed must be painted within 3 months of being fixed. James Hardie recommends the application of two coats minimum of a quality acrylic paint over the pre-primed boards in accordance with the paint manufacturer’s specifications. Some environments require special coatings. Painting selection and specifications are dependant on the paint chosen. Refer to the paint manufacturer for information and details of their warranty. Staining Stains containing linseed oil are specifically designed for wood and may not be suitable forJames Hardie cladding products, primed or unprimed. Semi-transparent stains can vary in uniformity of appearance depending on method of application and conditions and will require a high level of skill and craftsmanship to achieve a uniform appearance. Clear coats have not proven durable in exterior exposure and James Hardie considers them a maintenance item that may require application of a refurbishing sealer at regular intervals. James Hardie does not warrant the appearance or durability of semi-transparent stains and clear coats. "ECOECO" At 'EcoEco', we design windows, we design the best windows, we do it for you, so that when you’re happy we are happy. Tel. 1800 326 326 Re: Linea Board- can it be stained? 3Apr 27, 2013 6:27 pm ok, thanks Ed. I did actually find that on the website after I posted this, but it still isn't really clear to a layperson like me. It says more about which kinds of stains aren't suitable, than which are. Our build: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=64705 Re: Linea Board- can it be stained? 4Apr 27, 2013 10:23 pm meowsy ok, thanks Ed. I did actually find that on the website after I posted this, but it still isn't really clear to a layperson like me. It says more about which kinds of stains aren't suitable, than which are. I think it says that Linea board, being cement based cannot absorb a stain like wood, and effectively you are just covering the surface of the Linea board, not penetrating it. Oil based stains penetrate the wood to protect it, that is the purpose of the oil, they can't penetrate Linea Board and the oil is not absorbed. Most modern furniture has a stain which is sprayed on, when you damage the stain you can see the light coloured bare timer underneath - no penetration. So, you can only coat Linea Board, and just like applying paint to wood, it needs a steady hand to give an even coat, with a transparent stain, getting it even is even more challenging. It also says clear coat does not work so well, but that is true of all clear coat on all surfaces that are exposed to the weather and UV. In short, paint it... Ed "ECOECO" At 'EcoEco', we design windows, we design the best windows, we do it for you, so that when you’re happy we are happy. Tel. 1800 326 326 Hey guys, what’s everyone opinion on James Hardie linea direct fix to frame? Would this be the most common method and anybody ever had any problems down the track? 0 5151 2 5939 We are building a house that was planned to be clad in Hardie Linea, our builder has now requested to swap this for BGC Nuline Plus. They look fairly similar and he has… 0 619 |