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   Lateapex911 | Dec 20, 2003 06:33am | #1

   Me too!

   Painting decision kept getting put off, now we're toast!

   Sherwin Williams goes on as low as 35 degrees, but I'm afraid we won't have too many of those anymore.

   I anxiously await the answer to this one!

   Jake Gulick

   [email protected]

   CarriageHouse Design

   Black Rock, CT

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   NickNukeEm | Dec 20, 2003 07:42am | #2

   I've used Elmer's exterior wood filler with good results, as long as the wood is primed after the stuff is dry.  I prime with Kilz, latex most often, again with fairly good results.  If the putty gets wet, however, use an oil based primer, as the putty will bleed through mulitple coats of latex.  The SW low temperature paint is pretty unremarkable stuff; I've tried it, was unimpressed (doesn't hide squat) and will not use it again.

   But that's just me.  Your results could be just what you need.

   I never met a tool I didn't like!

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   4Lorn2 | Dec 20, 2003 08:09am | #3

   A local painter, a good one by my estimation and general reputation, uses two-part auto body filler. Seems to work in cold weather. Of course 'cold' is a relative term as this is Florida. I have seen him use it with success in the 30s F. He mixes up a batch on a shingle and  puts it on with a nylon spreader getting it very close to finish so there is minimal sanding.

   He claims it absolutely guarantees that the nail heads won't pop, shadow or rust through. Only thing it is a weak choice on moving joints as it has no flexibility. Of course a good caulk would be better in this situation.

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   andybuildz | Dec 20, 2003 06:22pm | #4

   I "love" Minwax's two part epoxy filler. Dries fast (but not too fast) and is easy to sand. Theres been times I've made molding out of it..lol

   BE sculptured

          andy

   My life is my practice!

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