Burnishing

Increase in gloss or sheen of paint film when subjected to rubbing, scrubbing or having an object brush up against it.

Possible Cause:

• Use of flat paint in highly trafficked areas where a higher sheen level would be advisable.

• Frequent washing and spot cleaning.

• Objects (furniture, for example) rubbing against the walls.

• Use of lower grades of paint with poor stain and scrub resistance (See poor stain resistance and poor scrub resistance).

Solution:

Paint heavy wear areas that require regular cleaning with a high quality latex paint. In high traffic areas, you should choose a semi-gloss or gloss paint rather than a flat sheen level. When cleaning painted surfaces, use a soft cloth or sponge and non-abrasive cleanser. Then thoroughly rinse.