Painting - Masonry Paints - Tropical Suitability?

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06-19-00, 04:58 PM
I am looking for a good quality exterior masonry paint to be used in the Caribbean near the shore. Although, many water based products are sold with 10yr guarantees, are these really suitable for application in the tropics? What distinguishes a good grade of Masonry paint?
And what tips do you have on application?

06-20-00, 05:39 PM
Has the surface been previously painted ?
06-21-00, 03:47 PM
<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Big Jeff:
Has the surface been previously painted ?<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Hi Jeff, No its a completely new building with a semi-porous external render.