how long does it take to sand down, undercoat and top coat a wooden sash window

how long does it take to sand down ,undercoat and top coat a sash window

Asked by Darran on 3rd Sep 2025
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"Sanding down, undercoating (priming), and top coating a wooden sash window in the typically takes at least one full day often around 4 to 6 hours for the drying time."
Answered on 3rd Sep 2025 - Member since Feb 2025 - report
"It depends of wood condition. Usually takes a few hours."
Answered on 3rd Sep 2025 - Member since Jul 2022 - report
"It’s all dependant on whether it’s a new or existing Timber. If new timber then more coats would be needed but if it’s existing then more preparation would be rehired. I always allow a day to complete a sash window"
Answered on 3rd Sep 2025 - Member since Mar 2019 - report
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