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• Features & Benefits
• Preparation
• Application
• Limitations

Features & Benefits

• Available in 2,500+ colours, inc. RAL Classic, BS, NCS & the new NCS 2050 colours
• Quick drying, low odour, cross linking, water thinned primer/finish coat
• Scuff and moisture resistant
• Excellent adhesion, stain blocking and anti-corrosive properties
• Fully anti-corrosive for application to ferrous and non-ferrous metals properly prepared
• Seals most stains in the primer coat including water, nicotine, hard wood resin bleed, bitumen, asphalt, creosote and many more
• For interior or exterior walls and trim, masonry (Brickwork/Concrete etc) ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, common plastics (e.g. melamine and uPVC), ceramic tiles, glass, wood and existing painted surfaces
• For exterior cladding offering hard wearing, flexible, weather and light resistance, ideal for use over existing cladding coatings (coil, plastisol and powder coatings) with minimal preparation
• Manufactured under the auspices of an ISO 9001:2008 quality & ISO 14001:2004 environmental management systems

Preparation

• Loose and non adhered contamination should be removed. Cleaning using Bradite TD39 Industrial Degreaser or methylated spirit is recommended to remove oils, grease and other contamination
• Intact areas of existing coatings should, ideally, be roughened by manual or mechanical sanding. Feather back exposed areas to a sound coating edge. Cracks and pits should be filled using a suitable filler before painting
• Substrate should be dust free and completely dry before coating

Substrate Preparation

• Stain locking: Encapsulates stains in the primer coat, application of second coat will be required to hide and in extreme cases a third. One Can should be allowed to hard dry prior to overcoating this will take at least one hour, over application may result in longer drying times
• Aluminum, stainless steel, galvanised steel, copper and other metals: Cleaned and degreased with methylated spirit, and lightly abraded if possible. White salts on weathered galvanising must be removed during cleaning and degreasing. Light surface rusting can be treated with Bradite Rust Convertor RC46. Heavy rusting to be removed to clean metallic finish (SIS-St 3)
• New Wood: Ensure moisture content of the timber is below 15% before commencing application. Damp wood should never be painted as this may give rise to blistering, flaking, cracking and premature coating failure. Knots to be wiped using methylated spirit, for heavy or active knots spot prime with Aluminium Wood primer
• Hard Woods: Wipe with methylated spirit to remove excess resin, changing the face of the cloth regularly. Lightly abrade
• Green oak: Should not be painted unless it has been weathered for at least 6 months
• Exterior cladding, Powder coated, Varnish and Existing paint finish: Remove all loose and flaking paintwork. Degrease using Bradite TD39 Industrial Degreaser, followed by clean water rinse. Rub down thoroughly with a medium grade sand paper to provide a key and a defect free smooth surface, “feathering in” areas where paint has been removed
• UPVC, Formica, Melamine and Plastics: For long term performance, degrease using methylated spirit & lightly abrade surfaces
• New plaster walls: For plaster skim, allow at least four weeks for the plaster to thoroughly dry. Apply a primer coat by thinning the paint with a 5 to 25% (v/v) addition of clean water, depending upon the porosity of the substrate. Cut in by brushing at the same dilution recommendation as for priming, to promote flow and sealing of the substrate
• Masonry, brick, concrete: Clean, dry and free of contamination, existing coatings to be sound and well adhered any loose flaking material back to sound well feathered edge, new concrete or masonry to be fully cured. Mould or mildew to be removed and area treated with good quality fungicidal wash following manufacturers instructions

Application

• Application should always conform with the codes of practice described in BS 6150 and BS 5493
• Applicable by brush, roller, conventional air spray or airless spray:
  • Brush and Roller - supplied ready for use. Thin with 0-5% Water if required
  • Conventional Air Spraying - Thin with 5-15% water as required. Tip size - 2.0mm. Tip pressure - 60psi (0.4MPa) approximately
  • Airless Spraying - Thin with 0-10% water as required. Tip size - 19 thou (0.48mm) approximately Tip pressure - 2100 psi (15MPa) approximately
• Apply 2 coats minimum at 40 microns/coat DFT/100 microns/coat WFT
• Theoretical coverage rate 12 m2/L/coat
• Touch dry in 30 minutes, recoat in 1 hour, fully cured in 7 days @ 20°C
• Equipment should be cleaned immediately after use with water

Limitations

• Matt finish products can be more susceptible to scuffs, watermarks, dirt, etc. so in areas of frequent contact/use such as windows, doors, roller shutters etc. an alternative finish may be more suited (such as Bradite One Can Eggshell)
• Drying times will be prolonged at lower temperatures
• For new, fully plastered walls, allow at least six months for the plaster to thoroughly dry before painting. This product is not recommended for painting lime or other natural plasters
• Always refer to the Health and Safety sheet for the product before use, and observe the warning phrases on the label. In general, avoid inhalation of spray mist and skin contact by the use of masks, gloves and other personal protection. Eyes should be copiously washed with water or proprietary wash, and medical attention obtained. Skin should be thoroughly washed using a cleanser and soap and water