The Cushman, Allerton S. (Allerton Seward) 1867-1930 creator Gardner, Henry A. (Henry Alfred) 1882-1973 text utu 2020 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Preservation of the Exterior of Wooden Buildings" by Allerton S. Cushman and Henry A. Gardner is a scientific publication produced in the early 20th century, specifically around 1911. The book serves as a comprehensive guide on the selection and application of paints for protecting and decorating wooden structures. It focuses on the technical properties of various paint materials and their effects on the longevity and appearance of wooden buildings. The content of the book meticulously examines the types of wood, the characteristics of paints, and the importance of proper application techniques. It discusses the failures commonly associated with inferior paints, such as chalking and cracking, and emphasizes the need for a careful selection of paint compositions that combine various pigments to achieve optimal durability. Specific attention is given to the blending of white lead and zinc oxide, as well as the use of inert crystalline pigments, which collectively enhance paint performance. Additionally, the authors provide insights into the impacts of oil types, thinners, and the necessity of skilled application by painters in ensuring the exterior preservation of wooden buildings. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2020-06-21 Produced by Charlene Taylor, Tom Cosmas and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) Original publication data not identified House painting TT Original publication data not identified 11011909 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62444 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62444 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134435.0 62444