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Posted by RicodJour on August 23, 2007, 12:06 pm
> As part of a window replacement project, I'm going to be removing my
> aluminum storms. I expect that this will expose unpainted window
> stops.
>
> Should I prime the exterior stops before installing the windows and
> caulking or is OK to wait until the caulk dries and then prime/paint?
> I'm wondering if the bare wood will draw too much moisture out of the
> caulk for it to cure properly.
Prime first. It's a holdover from the days of glazing compound, but
it's still good practice. The primer soaks into the wood a bit and
solidifies the fibers. Many painters swear by oil paint in that
application. Again, probably a holdover from oil-based glazing
compounds and first generation latex paints.
R
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