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The two outer sections of a staircase where either one or both sides are fix to the adjoining walls

Removal of defective areas within a surface coating.

Surface which is to be treated.

Porosity of the surface to be painted.

Spraying material siphoned into a spray head.

An alkaline solution used as a general cleaner in the preparation of a surface

The initial setting of a wet film which although still soft can be handled without damage.

Cohesive strength of a liquid.

Special coatings/primers used to smooth out a surface before painting.

Exuding of a liquid on to the surface of a dry coating.

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