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Sea spray resistant paint

2003

I purchased a home on the Northern California Coast. The exterior has been replaced with HardiPlank, a concrete and fiber product which looks like wood. I am seeking the highest quality paint I can find to withstand heavy salt spray. At times water actually splashes on the house.

Clinton E. Weaver
- Santa Rosa, California, USA

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2003

Your best source of information will be going to 3 different paint stores in your area, since they will be the most familiar with the climate. From what you gave, I think that you want an oil based enamel altho there are some very good acrylic enamels available. Nearly anything will work well on Hardi-Plank. It is great stuff.

James Watts
- Navarre, Florida