How to install VJ panels on a timber frame?

[SPP]

Hi, 

I want to rip off my old MDF walls and place brand new VJ Panels onto the timber frame. 

From the videos I have seen, the timber frame needs to have a set spacing.

Can someone here explain why the timber frame needs to have set spacing. What if the spacing I have is not as per VJ Panel manufacturer specification. What can I do in this regard? 

Regards
Sree 

[SPP]

Thanks @Jason  

The project has come along a long way, I have had the re-wiring done and the insulation put in. 

Prior to getting the VJ Board put up, I want/need to remove the current paint on the window frame (see attached photos) and also on the aluminum frame. 

Then, I want to put the VJ board, go over with a Paint Spray Gun and finish off the painting of the room. The only challenge is the VJ board is pre-primed but the architraves and skirting boards are not pre-primed. How do I prime the skirting boards and architraves, and does it matter if the priming material of the architraves and skirting boards are different to that of the VJ Boards. 

The Paint sprayer I wish to purchase is one of these two, neglecting the price difference can you please tell me about the difference between them? 

1) https://www.bunnings.com.au/wagner-flexio-575-paint-sprayer_p0133012 

2) https://www.bunnings.com.au/ozito-400w-power-paint-spray-gun_p1661264 

[JacobZ]

Hi @SPP,

Thanks for the follow-up, it's great to hear your project is progressing nicely.

There may be some differences in a pre-applied primer to one you apply yourself, but the difference would be negligible and not a reason for concern. The main point of importance is that everything receives a coat of primer.

My suggestion would be to prime them with a product such as Dulux 1Step Prep Primer, Sealer & Undercoat, using a high-quality sash cutting brush such as this UNi-PRO 50mm You Can Do It Angled Sash Cutter Brush. This type of angled brush will allow you to get into all the fine spaces and corners, while still being large enough to make the job go quickly.

As to the paint sprayers, the Wagner Flexio 575 is a higher-end, more versatile paint sprayer suitable for a wide range of projects and materials, while the Ozito 400W is a more budget-friendly option aimed at smaller projects.

Something to consider is the warranty period. The Ozito is backed by a 1 year replacement warranty, whereas the Wagner sprayer has a 3-year repair warranty, with the option to extend the warranty to 4 years with online registration.

If quality, versatility and warranty are things that matter to you, and you plan on using the sprayer on more projects in the future, I would suggest going with the Wagner paint sprayer. 

If price is the main concern, the Ozito is also a great option but is not at the same "trade" standard as the Wagner paint sprayer. It will be great for small to medium projects, but if you have plans to do larger painting projects in the future, you will be better off investing in the Wagner sprayer.

Let me know what you think and if you require any further assistance.

Jacob

[SPP]

Also, I would like your inputs @MitchellMc, @JacobZ95 , @Dave-1 

[Dave-1]

Afternoon @SPP 

Sorry I dont see any attached photos of the window frame?

WIth the choice of spraypainting guns I like @JacobZ recomendations (I will file them away as well as I have a tin fence and also Bessa blocks [might use a rough roller] that I will be doing in the future)

Stripping back paint on aluminium isnt something I have done, I have stripped paint from timber and door fittings but not on aluminium. Id suggest a paint stripper that wont react with the aluminium frame. 

I primed my skirting boards outside on a dry day with no wind, I just set up a couple of horses Saw horses (Upcycled Telstra installation stands) and did a coat in the morning, flipped it at lunch and did the other side. Your architraves would be the same unless they are plaster. If they are Id install them first and then undercoat them after sanding and filling joints.

Glad to see you are still moving on with the room Cant wait to see it finished!

Dave

[SPP]

@Dave-1, @JacobZ, @Jason , @MitchellMc  

See attached photos of the window frame

[JacobZ]

Hi @SPP,

My apologies, I missed where you said the window frame would be aluminium.

You should start by scraping them back to remove any flaky paint. This can be done with a scraper such as this 100mm Sharp Edge Paint Scraper. 

There is no real need to remove all of the existing paint, just the flaking stuff, but if you wish to do so, Poly 1L Polystrippa Paint Stripper would certainly help the process.

Once prepared and dry, you can then apply a coat of Zinsser 3.78L White Extreme Adhesion Primer. This is the best primer I've found that Bunnings stock for priming metal. 

Once the primer is dry, you can use the same method for painting that I have described above.

Let me know what you think.

Jacob

[Dave-1]

Thank you @SPP 

Those photos help for sure.

For the sill and sides you could just lightly sand and then prime to your hearts content. For the paint on the aluminium id paintstrip it with Poly 1L Polystrippa Paint Stripper - 1L  Please Note!! Wear protective gloves, dont get on skin as it burrrrrnss... (give it a few mins on the skin) Personal experience yep. Not badly but be wise using it and working out where the excess is going to go once you scrape it off is a good idea. Id def wear saftey goggles as you dont want the stuff near your eyes or on your head.

Id do the paint stripping before the sanding btw, paint it on like glue to the surface you want it to remove paint from, it seems to lift the topmost layer and almost leave the next one in place so you may need a few goes. Dont let the paint stripper dry on the surface as you will just have to work harder to remove it again.

Dave

[SPP]

Thanks @JacobZ 

I suppose for me what I am thinking off is:

1) Use a stripper to remove all the paint on the wooden parts.

2) Stick some painting tape up to protect the wood and then use paint stripper to remove the stuff on the window.

3) Use primer on the wood. 

4) Put VJ Sheets Up.

5) Use spray gun to paint.

I am a bit sick right now, but I will go into a store soon and get the paint stripper. 

[Dave-1]

Evening @SPP 

The paint on the timber looks fairly attached with no flaking. A light sand will give the new paint something to bond to. Id use paint stripper for the metal part only, leave the timber for a light sand.

Dave

[JacobZ]

Hi @SPP,

I tend to agree with @Dave-1 about the paint on the timber in that there's no real need to remove it if it is intact. A good sand of the painted timber should suffice.

The aluminium on the other hand should be stripped back to bare then primed and painted. Paint will struggle far more to bond to the aluminium than it will the timber so it is a must that this is primed. 

You might like to check out How to paint trims for some guidance.

Let me know if you have any further questions.

Jacob