How to fix a defective baseboard sealing

POTENTIAL CAUSES OF THE PROBLEM

In existing constructions, penetration of water to the intersection between the baseboard and tile or plaster causes bulge and ablation of the color.

SOLUTION

Step 1: The damaged parts of paint above the baseboard are being removed with a spatula. Thorough cleaning of the surface is necessary

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Step 2: Surface preparation with STATUS DUR, solvent based primer

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Step 3: Protect adjacent surfaces by using a paper tape

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Step 4: The intersection between the baseboard and the plaster is sealed with polyurethane mastic ELASTO PU

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Step 5: ELASTO PU should be smoothed while it is still fresh and the paper tape should be removed straight after

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