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specifications are being created, it is extremely important to consult with an industry professional and even the product manufacturer. Sometimes the application of one coat is sufficient but often communities find it cost effec- tive to apply two coats. Over the last 20 years, Rainbow G&J Painting has been on a 5-year staining cycle for all exterior cedar clapboard throughout a community association in Jamesburg, NJ. The community in Jamesburg, NJ, chose to apply 1 coat of solid latex stain to all cedar siding during the first 5-year staining cycle. When the 5-year cycle came to a comple- tion and the next cycle started back up, there was still a considerable amount of cedar siding replacement that needed to be done. With the help of the product manufacturer, man- agement, and Rainbow G&J Painting, the board decided to start the next 5-year cycle with an application of 2 coats of solid latex stain. When the change was made and the sec- ond 5-year cycle was completed, homeowners were pleased to see that cedar siding replacement was reduced considerably when compar- ing the first and second cycle. As a result, the total project expense was lower because wood replace- ment costs were reduced significantly. Adding a second coat of stain in this community proved to be a cost-effec- tive decision. This example describes perfectly how important it is to thoroughly go over project specifications with an industry professional before a project commences. While it almost always

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