IS 2338 Part 2 (1967) provides detailed schedules and recommended practices for finishing wood and wood-based materials using paints, varnishes, stains, and other coatings. It specifies appropriate primers, undercoats, and finishing coats for both interior and exterior woodwork, including maintenance guidelines. This standard is essential for engineers, architects, and contractors involved in wood finishing to ensure durable, high-quality, and standardized surface treatments.
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IS 2338 Part 2 (1967) provides detailed schedules and recommended practices for finishing wood and wood-based materials using paints, varnishes, stains, and other coatings. It specifies appropriate primers, undercoats, and finishing coats for both interior and exterior woodwork, including maintenance guidelines. This standard is essential for engineers, architects, and contractors involved in wood finishing to ensure durable, high-quality, and standardized surface treatments.
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IS 2338 Part 2 - Scope & Key Specifications
This standard coordinates internationally and aligns with Indian practices for wood finishing. Key points:
| Final Finish | Primer (1-2 coats) | Undercoat | 1st Finishing Coat | 2nd Finishing Coat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interior | ||||
| Enamel | IS:103/3536E/106/3585 | IS:133-1965 | IS:133-1965 | IS:133-1965 |
| Oil Gloss | IS:103/3636E/3585 | IS:3539E/113/114 | IS:3537E/129 | IS:3537E/129 |
| Flat | IS:103/3536E/3585 | IS:133-1965/3539E | IS:137-1965/3537E | IS:137-1965/3537E |
| Varnish | IS:345-1952 | IS:338-339-1952 | IS:337/524/525 | IS:337/524/525 |
| Grained Work | - | Glaze/Stains (App B) | Glaze/Stains | IS:337/524/525 |
| Final Finish | Primer | Undercoat | 1st Finishing Coat | 2nd Finishing Coat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior | ||||
| Enamel | IS:103/3536E/106/3585 | IS:2932/2933-1964 | IS:2932/2933-1964 | IS:2932/2933-1964 |
| Oil Gloss | IS:103/3536E/3585 | IS:3539E/111/112 |
IS 2338 Part 2 - Terminology and Definitions: Key Points
Terminology Reference:
Terms related to painting materials, finishes, tools, and accessories are as per:
Finish Definition (Clause 4.1.2):
A finish consists of multiple coats (refer Tables 1 & 2 in the standard), including stopping and filling as needed.
Maintenance Work (Clause 4.2):
Painting/finishing for maintenance should follow principles in Table 3 (not provided here), ensuring durability and compatibility.
International Coordination:
The standard aligns with global practices while considering Indian field conditions (Clause 0.3).
| Coat Type | Purpose | Number of Coats (Typical) |
|---|---|---|
| Primer | Surface preparation | 1 |
| Undercoat | Filling and leveling | 1-2 |
| Finishing Coat | Final appearance & protection | 1-2 |
flowchart LR
A[Surface Preparation] --> B[Stopping & Filling]
B --> C[Primer Coat]
C --> D[Undercoat]
D --> E[Finishing Coat]
E --> F[Maintenance Painting]
Note: For exact coat specifications, refer to Tables 1, 2, and 3 in IS 2338 Part 2.
If you need formulas or tables for paint quantities or thickness, please specify!
IS 2338 Part 2: Necessary Information for Application & Finishing Woodwork
Terminology & Materials: As per Clause 2.1, painting materials, finishes, tools, and accessories follow IS:1303-1963 and IS:707-1958.
Necessary Information (Clause 3.1): Refer to Clause 3 of IS 2338 Part 1 (1967) for detailed info on efficient finish application on wood and wood-based materials.
Maintenance Painting Schedule (Clause 4.2, Table 3):
| Condition of Surface | Cleaning & Painting Practice |
|---|---|
| Nil blistering & cracking | Clean, sandpaper rub, apply one reviver coat |
| Nil blistering, cracking yes | Flat down cracked film, clean, apply 1-2 reviver coats |
| Localized cracking only | Rub with steel wool/sandpaper, primer touch-up, apply 2 finishing coats |
| Localized blistering only | Scrape to bare wood, feather edges, primer touch-up, 2 finishing coats (+ undercoat if needed) |
| Combined treatments | Follow combined steps from above |
| Deep cracking/blistering | Remove paint fully to bare wood, follow full finishing schedule |
flowchart TD
A[Surface Condition Assessment] --> B{Blistering or Cracking?}
B -->|No| C[Clean + Sand + Reviver Coat]
B -->|Localized Cracking| D[Rub + Primer + 2 Finishing Coats]
B -->|Localized Blistering| E[Scrape + Primer + 2 Finishing Coats]
B -->|Deep Damage| F[Remove to Bare Wood + Full Schedule]
IS 2338 Part 2 – Schedules for Finishing Woodwork
| Finish Type | Primer (1-2 coats) | Undercoat | 1st Coat | 2nd Coat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enamel | IS:103, 3536E, 106, or 3585 | IS:133-1965 | IS:133-1965 | IS:133-1965 |
| Oil Gloss | IS:103, 3636E, or 3585 | IS:3539E, 113, or 114 | IS:3537E or 129 | IS:3537E or 129 |
| Flat | IS:103, 3536E, or 3585 | IS:133 or 3539E, 113, 114 | IS:137 or 3537E | IS:137 or 3537E |
| Varnish | IS:345-1952 | IS:338 or 339 | IS:337 or 524 or 525 | IS:337 or 524 or 525 |
| Grained Work | - | Glaze/Stains (Appendix B) | Glaze/Stains | IS:337 or 524 or 525 |
| Finish Type | Primer | Undercoat | 1st Coat | 2nd Coat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enamel | IS:103, 3536E, 106, or 3585 | IS:2932 or 2933 | IS:2932 or 2933 | IS:2932 or 2933 |
| Oil Gloss | IS:103, 3536E, or 3585 | IS:3539E, 111, or 112 | IS:3631E (Alkyd), IS:117, 119, 124, 125, 127, 128 |
IS 2338 Part 2 - Finishing New Woodwork: Key Specifications & Tables
| Final Finish | Primer (1-2 coats) | Undercoat | 1st Finishing Coat | 2nd Finishing Coat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enamel | IS:103-1962 / IS:3536E-1966 / IS:106-1962 / IS:3585-1966 | IS:133-1965 | IS:133-1965 | IS:133-1965 |
| Oil Gloss | IS:103-1962 / IS:3636E-1966 / IS:3585-1966 | IS:3539E-1966 / IS:113-1950 / IS:114-1950 | IS:3537E-1966 / IS:129-1950 | IS:3537E-1966 / IS:129-1950 |
| Flat | IS:103-1962 / IS:3536E-1966 / IS:3585-1966 | IS:133-1965 / IS:3539E-1966 / IS:113-1950 / IS:114-1950 | IS:137-1965 / IS:3537E-1966 | IS:137-1965 / IS:3537E-1966 |
| Varnish | IS:345-1952 | IS:338-1952 / IS:339-1952 | IS:337-1952 / IS:524-1954 / IS:525-1954 | IS:337-1952 / IS:524-1954 / IS:525-1954 |
| Grained Work | - | Merging glaze type stains (Appendix B) | Merging glaze type or stains | IS:337-1952 / IS:524-1954 / IS:525-1954 |
IS 2338 Part 2: Surface Preparation Key Points
| Condition (Blistering/Cracking) | Cleaning & Painting Practice |
|---|---|
| Nil / Nil | Clean, sandpaper, 1 reviver coat |
| Nil / Yes (localized) | Rub down cracked film, primer touch-up, 2 finishing coats |
| Yes (localized) / Nil | Scrape to bare wood, feather edges, primer, 2 finishing coats |
| Yes (localized) / Yes (deep) | Remove paint fully, follow full schedule |
| Step | Action | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clean & smoothen with abrasive paper | IS 2338 Part I |
| 2 | Prime surface | IS 2338 Part I |
| 3 | Treat knots with shellac knotting | IS 2338 Part II 4.1.1(c) |
| 4 | Fill deep holes with plastic wood | IS 423-1961 |
| 5 | Apply finish coats as per Tables 1 & 2 | IS 2338 Part II 4.1.2 |
flowchart TD
A[Wood Surface] --> B[Clean & Smoothen (Abrasive Paper)]
B --> C{Knots Present?}
IS 2338 Part 2: Finishing Schedules for Interior Woodwork
| Final Finish | Primer (1-2 coats) | Undercoat | 1st Finish Coat | 2nd Finish Coat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enamel | IS:103-1962 / IS:3536E-1966 / IS:106-1962 / IS:3585-1966 | IS:133-1965 | IS:133-1965 | IS:133-1965 |
| Oil Gloss | IS:103-1962 / IS:3636E-1966 / IS:3585-1966 | IS:3539E-1966 / IS:113-1950 / IS:114-1950 | IS:3537E-1966 / IS:129-1950 | IS:3537E-1966 / IS:129-1950 |
| Flat | IS:103-1962 / IS:3536E-1966 / IS:3585-1966 | IS:133-1965 / IS:3539E-1966 / IS:113-1950 / IS:114-1950 | IS:137-1965 / IS:3537E-1966 | IS:137-1965 / IS:3537E-1966 |
| Varnish | IS:345-1952 | IS:338-1952 / IS:339-1952 | IS:337-1952 / IS:524-1954 / IS:525-1954 | IS:337-1952 / IS:524-1954 / IS:525-1954 |
| Grained Work | - | Merging glaze type stains (see Appendix B) | Merging glaze type or stains | IS:337-1952 / IS:524-1954 / IS:525-1954 |
IS 2338 Part 2: Finishing Schedules for Exterior Woodwork
| Final Finish Required | Primer (Coats) | Undercoat | 1st Finishing Coat | 2nd Finishing Coat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enamel | IS:103-1962 or IS:3536E-1966 or IS:106-1962 or IS:3585-1966 | IS:2932-1964 or IS:2933-1964 | IS:2932-1964 or IS:2933-1964 | IS:2932-1964 or IS:2933-1964 |
| Oil Gloss | IS:103-1962 or IS:3536E-1966 or IS:3585-1966 | IS:3539E-1966 or IS:111-1950 or IS:112-1950 | IS:3631E-1966 (Alkyd) or IS:117-1964 or IS:119-1962 or IS:124-1962 or IS:125-1962 or IS:127-1962 or IS:128-1962 or IS:1188-1957 | Same as 1st finishing coat |
| Flat | Proprietary materials | To be used | - | - |
| Varnish | IS:345-1952 | IS:339-1952 | IS:524-1954 | IS:524-1954 |
| Grained Work | - | Merging glaze type or stains (Appendix B) | IS:524-1954 | IS:524-1954 |
This schedule ensures durability and aesthetic quality for exterior woodwork finishes under various environmental conditions.
flowchart TD
A[Primer] --> B[Undercoat]
B --> C[First Fin
IS 2338 (Part 2) - Maintenance Painting Practices
| Condition of Surface (Blistering / Cracking) | Cleaning & Painting Practice |
|---|---|
| Nil / Nil | Clean, sandpaper rub, apply 1 reviver coat |
| Nil / Yes (localized) | Rub down cracked film, primer touch-up, 2 finishing coats |
| Yes (localized) / Nil | Scrape to bare wood, feather edges, primer touch-up, 2 finishing coats (undercoat if needed) |
| Yes (localized) / Yes (deep) | Remove paint fully to bare wood, follow full painting schedule |
Note: Combined treatments apply for mixed conditions.
| Final Finish | Primer | Undercoat | 1st Coat | 2nd Coat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interior Enamel | IS:103, IS:3536E, IS:106, IS:3585 | IS:133 | IS:133 | IS:133 |
| Interior Oil Gloss | IS:103, IS:3636E, IS:3585 | IS:3539E, IS:113, IS:114 | IS:3537E, IS:129 | IS:3537E, IS:129 |
| Exterior Enamel | IS:103, IS:3536E, IS:106, IS:3585 | IS:2932, IS:2933 | IS:2932, IS:2933 | IS:2932, IS:2933 |
| Exterior Oil Gloss | IS:103, IS:3536E, IS:3585 | IS:3539E, IS:111, IS:112 | IS:3631E, IS:117, IS:119, IS:124-128 | Same as 1st coat |
Refer to IS 2338 Part I for workmanship and operations.
IS 2338 (Part 2) - Key References on Paints and Coatings
These IS codes specify primers, undercoats, finishing coats, and fillers for wood finishes:
| IS No. | Description |
|---|---|
| IS 103-1962 | Ready mixed paint, brushing, white lead primer |
| IS 106-1962 | Ready mixed paint, brushing, priming for enamels on wood |
| IS 110-1950 | Ready mixed paint, brushing, grey filler for enamels |
| IS 113-1950 | Ready mixed paint, brushing, exterior undercoating |
| IS 114-1950 | Ready mixed paint, spraying, interior undercoating |
| IS 133-1965 | Enamel, interior undercoating & finishing |
| IS 137-1965 | Ready mixed paint, matt or eggshell flat finish, interior |
| IS 345-1952 | Varnish, finishing, interior |
| IS 3536E-1966 | Ready mixed wood primer, pink |
| IS 3631E-1966 | Ready mixed paint, finishing, exterior alkyd |
| IS 426-1961 | Paste filler for colour coats |
| Finish Type | Primer (1-2 coats) | Undercoat | Finishing Coats (2 coats) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enamel | IS 103, IS 3536E, IS 106, IS 3585 | IS 133 (interior), IS 2932/33 (exterior) | IS 133 (interior), IS 2932/33 (exterior) |
| Oil Gloss | IS 103, IS 3636E, IS 3585 | IS 3539, IS 113/114 (interior), IS 3539, IS 111/112 (exterior) | IS 3537, IS 129 (interior), IS 3631E, IS 117, IS 119 etc. (exterior) |
| Flat | IS 103, IS 3536E, |
IS 2338 Part 2: Details on Stains and Glazes
| Finish Type | Primer (1-2 coats) | Undercoat | 1st Finishing Coat | 2nd Finishing Coat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enamel | IS: 103-1962 / IS: 3536E-1966 etc | IS: 133-1965 | IS: 133-1965 | IS: 133-1965 |
| Oil Gloss | IS: 103-1962 / IS: 3636E-1966 etc | IS: 3539E-1966 / IS: 113-1950 | IS: 3537E-1966 / IS: 129-1950 | IS: 3537E-1966 / IS: 129-1950 |
| Flat | IS: 103-1962 / IS: 3536E-1966 etc | IS: 133-1965 / IS: 3539E-1966 | IS: 137-1965 / IS: 3537E-1966 | IS: 137-1965 / IS: 3537E-1966 |
| Varnish | IS: 345-1952 | IS: 338-1952 / IS: 339-1952 | IS: 337-1952 / IS: 524-1954 | IS: 337-1952 / IS: 524-1954 |
| Grained Work | - | Merging glaze stains (App B) | Merging glaze or stains | IS: 337-1952 / IS: 524-1954 |
Frequently Asked
IS 2338 Part 2 - Recommended Finishing Schedules for Woodwork
| Final Finish | Primer (1-2 coats) | Undercoat | 1st Finishing Coat | 2nd Finishing Coat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enamel | IS:103-1962 / IS:3536E-1966 / IS:106-1962 / IS:3585-1966 | IS:133-1965 | IS:133-1965 | IS:133-1965 |
| Oil Gloss | IS:103-1962 / IS:3636E-1966 / IS:3585-1966 | IS:3539E-1966 / IS:113-1950 / IS:114-1950 | IS:3537E-1966 / IS:129-1950 | IS:3537E-1966 / IS:129-1950 |
| Flat | IS:103-1962 / IS:3536E-1966 / IS:3585-1966 | IS:133-1965 / IS:3539E-1966 / IS:113-1950 / IS:114-1950 | IS:137-1965 / IS:3537E-1966 | IS:137-1965 / IS:3537E-1966 |
| Varnish | IS:345-1952 | IS:338-1952 / IS:339-1952 | IS:337-1952 / IS:524-1954 / IS:525-1954 | IS:337-1952 / IS:524-1954 / IS:525-1954 |
| Grained Work | - | Merging glaze type stains (Appendix B) | Merging glaze type or stains | IS:337-1952 / IS:524-1954 / IS:525-1954 |
| Final Finish | Primer | Undercoat | 1st Finishing Coat | 2nd Finishing Coat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enamel | IS:103-1962 / IS:3536E-1966 / IS:106-1962 / IS:3585-1966 | IS:293 |
As per IS 2338 Part 2 (1967), primers and undercoats for different wood finishes are specified as follows:
| Final Finish | Primer (1-2 coats) | Undercoat | First & Second Finishing Coats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enamel | IS:103-1962 or IS:3536E-1966 or IS:106-1962 or IS:3585-1966 | IS:133-1965 | IS:133-1965 |
| Oil Gloss | IS:103-1962 or IS:3636E-1966 or IS:3585-1966 | IS:3539E-1966 or IS:113-1950 or IS:114-1950 | IS:3537E-1966 or IS:129-1950 |
| Flat | IS:103-1962 or IS:3536E-1966 or IS:3585-1966 | IS:133-1965 or IS:3539E-1966 or IS:113-1950 or IS:114-1950 | IS:137-1965 or IS:3537E-1966 |
| Varnish | IS:345-1952 | IS:338-1952 or IS:339-1952 | IS:337-1952 or IS:524-1954 or IS:525-1954 |
| Grained Work | - | Merging glaze type stains (Appendix B) | IS:337-1952 or IS:524-1954 or IS:525-1954 |
| Final Finish | Primer | Undercoat | First & Second Finishing Coats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enamel | IS:103-1962 or IS:3536E-1966 or IS:106-1962 or IS:3585-1966 | IS:2932-1964 or IS:2933-1964 | IS:2932-1964 or IS:2933-1964 |
| Oil Gloss | IS:103-1962 or IS:3536E-1966 or IS:3585-1966 | IS:3539 |
According to IS 2338 Part 2, Clause 4.1.1, before finishing wood surfaces:
This treatment ensures durability and a defect-free finish by sealing resinous knots and filling voids.
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This method ensures a quality finish free from knot stains and surface irregularities.
IS 2338 Part 2 - Maintenance Painting Practices (Clause 4.2, Table 3)
Maintenance painting depends on surface condition—blistering, cracking, checking, chalking:
| Surface Condition | Cleaning & Painting Practice |
|---|---|
| No blistering, cracking; chalking yes | Clean, sandpaper rub, apply 1 reviver coat |
| No blistering, cracking; checking yes | Flat down checked film, clean, apply 1-2 reviver coats |
| No blistering; localized cracking | Rub with steel wool/sandpaper, touch-up primer on damaged areas, apply 2 finishing coats |
| Localized blistering; no cracking | Scrape to bare wood, feather edges, allow breathing, primer touch-up, 2 finishing coats (undercoat if needed) |
| Localized blistering & chalking | Combine treatments for no blistering/chalking and blistering/no chalking |
| Localized blistering & checking | Combine treatments for no blistering/checking and blistering/no checking |
| Localized deep cracking or heavy blistering | Remove paint fully to bare wood, follow full new woodwork finishing schedule |
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Guidelines for Using Proprietary Finishing Materials (IS 2338 Part 2)
Clause 4.1.2 Note 2 clearly states:
"When proprietary materials are used, the finishing and the adjuncts shall be obtained from the same manufacturer."
This ensures compatibility among primers, undercoats, and finishing coats.
The tables for interior and exterior woodwork finishing specify IS standards for primers, undercoats, and finishing coats, but for proprietary materials, the code defers to manufacturer compatibility.
Key practice: Use a complete system from one manufacturer to avoid chemical incompatibility, adhesion failure, or finish defects.
For maintenance, refer to Clause 4.2 Table 3, which guides cleaning and repainting practices to maintain finish integrity.
| Aspect | IS 2338 (Part 2) Guidance |
|---|---|
| Use of proprietary materials | Use all finishing components from the same manufacturer (Note 2) |
| Compatibility assurance | Manufacturer's system ensures chemical and physical compatibility |
| Maintenance | Follow Table 3 for surface condition and repainting |
This approach minimizes finish failure and ensures durability.
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