How do I clean my exterior door that has a chalk look?
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Below is an excerpt from an article on a website called The Spruce. https://www.thespruce.com/top-exterior-paint-problems-1824712
Chalking is identified by the fine chalky powder that forms on the surface of a paint film. Although some chalking is a normal way in which paints self-clean when exposed to the sun and rain, excessive chalking can indicate paint failure. In dry arid climates where there is little rain, chalking can become excessive. Chalking is actually the paint pigment released by the paint binders that have been broken down by exposure to the weather. Chalking is especially common with very light-colored flat paints, especially lesser quality oil-based paints containing high levels of pigment extenders. When chalking gets severe, it may run off and stain the surrounding construction.
Possible Causes
Repair and Prevention
If you are not in the mood to repaint, give it a good cleaning and a coat of wax. You could also give it a coat of matte or satin polyurethane to bring the luster back.