HEALTH & SAFETY
Surface Preparation:
- All surfaces must be clean, free from any contaminants and be completely dry.
- Fill any imperfections with the correct filler.
- Where necessary, a coat of suitable primer must precede the application o f this product.
New Surfaces:
- Masonry: All types must be completely dry and primed with Masonry Plaster Primer.
- Wood: Knots must be sealed with knotting (wood filler) and primed with wood primer.
- Mild Steel: Remove rust and degrease. Rinse thoroughly. Prime with Metal Primer.
- Galvanised Iron: Clean to a water break-free surface with iron Cleaner, Rinse thoroughly and prime with Galvanised Iron Primer.
Previously Painted Surfaces:
- Enamel in good condition: Sand thoroughly to ensure good adhesion. Clean thoroughly and apply Universal Undercoat.
- Acrylic in good condition: Prime with Masonry Plaster Primer or Alkaline Sealer.
- Paint in poor condition: Strip completely and treat as per new work.
- Chalky Surfaces: Remove as much chalk as possible. Apply a coat of Alkaline Sealer, then prime with Masonry Plaster Primer.
- Do not paint quick dry products over alkyd enamels or universal undercoat.
Application:
- Stir contents thoroughly with a flat paddle.
- Apply one coat of the appropriate primer.
- Finish with one or more coats of paint to achieve complete obliteration.
- Allow overnight drying between all enamel base coats (primers) and 2-4 hours between water-based (acrylic) coats.
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Thinning & Cleaning:
- Acrylic Emulsion – Water.
- Universal Undercoat – Mineral Turpentine.
- Enamels, Woodseals & Varnishes – Mineral Turpentine.
- Quick Dry Primers – E Thinners.
- Quick Dry Enamels – E Thinners.
- Floor Paints – Mineral Turpentine.
- Road Line Paint – E Thinners.
- Sanding Sealer – Laquer Thinners.
N.B Spray Application:
- Use protective clothing and mask when spraying.
- Ensure good ventilation during use.
- Use correct thinner.
- Do not thin more than 5%.
- Do not apply first coat too thick and allow for proper drying between coats.
- Clean apparatus after use.
Precautions:
- Do not paint in wet or cold weather.
- Ensure good ventilation during use.
- Avoid contact with eyes. In the event of contact, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Dangerous if swallowed. Seek medical attention immediately. Do not induce vomiting.
- Keep lid closed at all times and store in a cool, dry place.
- Purchase sufficient product from the same batch for better colour consistency.
Protect our Environment:
- Do not pour left over paint down the drain.
- Unwanted paint should be brushed out on newspaper, allowed to dry and disposed of via domestic waste collections.
- Empty paint containers should be left open in a well ventilated area to dry out. When dry, recycle containers via recycling programmes.
