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If you're using traditonal chalk & linseed putty, normally you're advised to not paint a window until a couple of weeks have passed after putting the glass in, to allow the putty to harden.
But, I know it takes longer than that for putty to set really hard - I did one window about 6 weeks ago and the putty is still fairly soft - which made me think, if you're painting with linseed paint (as I am) can you paint over the putty more or less straight away?
It would certainly save me some time as I've some sashes that I can't put back until they have been painted, it's a slow enough job as it is with waiting for the paint to go off between coats without waiting for the putty to harden first!
Anyone tried it?
But, I know it takes longer than that for putty to set really hard - I did one window about 6 weeks ago and the putty is still fairly soft - which made me think, if you're painting with linseed paint (as I am) can you paint over the putty more or less straight away?
It would certainly save me some time as I've some sashes that I can't put back until they have been painted, it's a slow enough job as it is with waiting for the paint to go off between coats without waiting for the putty to harden first!
Anyone tried it?