This publication provides introductory technical guidance to civil engineers and other professional engineers, architects, construction managers and maintenance personnel on surface preparation methods for paints and coatings. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. REPAIR OF SURFACES, 3. RECOMMENDATIONS BY SUBSTRATE, 4. STANDARDS FOR CONDITION OF SUBSTRATES, 5. STANDARDS FOR CLEANLINESS OF SUBSTRATES, 6. RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PAINT REMOVAL, 7. METHODS OF SURFACE PREPARATION.