Data Sheet no 3-2018

 

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:

 

A high performance satin/mid sheen Glitter flexible wall paint.

Meets the requirements of SABS 1586 Grade 1.

 

 

USES:

 

  • Ideal for interior and exterior high traffic areas that need a highly washable and durable coating – plaster, hardboard and fiber cement.
  • Suitable for application to correctly primed metal and wooden surfaces.

 

 

FEATURES:

 

  • Water based: Low odor and easy cleaning.
  • Highly durable and UV resistant for South African harsh climate.
  • Quick drying.
  • Excellent wear resistance properties.
  • Washable: Meets the requirements of the SABS and ASTMS scrubs resistant test methods.
  • Mar and scratch resistant.
  • Good color stability.
  • Non Yellowing: Unlike alkyd based paints whites and colors will not yellow.
  • Water and steam resistant.
  • Excellent resistance to spatter.
  • Excellent adhesion, good flow and excellent opacity.
  • If correctly applied to a properly prepared substrate the product has a life expectancy of 7-10 years, possibly longer.
  • Very low levels of VOC. 20g/Lt.

 

 

 

PRODUCT INFORMATION:

 

  • Type: Pure Acrylic.
  • Appearance: Sheen.
  • Colors: Available in a range of popular ready mixed colors.
  • Solids: 50% – 52% volume.
  • Density: 1.2 – 1.4.
  • Recommended Dry Film Thickness: 35µm – 45 µm.
  • Viscosity at 25ºC:  95 – 100 Krebs µ.
  • Flash Point: Non-flammable.
 

APPLICATION DETAILS:

 

  • Mixing: Stir well before use.
  • Method: Short nap roller, brush or airless spray.
  • Thinning: Not recommended. Thinning reduces the opacity. For spraying you can thin up to 10% with clean water.
  • Clean up: Tap water
  • Spreading rate: 8-10 m ²/l depending on surface porosity and profile.
  • Conditions: Avoid painting in wet or cold weather. Minimum temp 8º C
  • Drying time: Touch dry ½ – 1 hour. Hard dry 3 hours at 25 degrees.
  • Recoating time: 4-6 hours.
  • Requirements: 2 coats.

 

 

SURFACE PREPARATION:

  • New Surfaces must be sound, clean and dry before painting.
  • Concrete and cement should be filled with Versus Versafill.
  • Gypsum Plaster should be primed with Versus Plaster Primer.
  • Fibre Cement ceiling boards: the bare metal areas (nail heads) should be primed with Versus Steel Primer.
  • Wooden surfaces should be primed with Versus Pink Wood primer.
  • Galvanized Iron should be cleaned first with Versus Galvanized Iron Cleaner until a water break free surface has been achieved. Thereafter prime with Versus Galvanized Iron Primer and followed with Versus Universal Undercoat.
  • Rusted Metals should be wire brushed or sanded to remove all rust. Prime with Versus Steel Primer. Thereafter apply Versus Universal Undercoat.
  • PVC gutters and downpipes should be degreased and then abraded with fine sandpaper and then the topcoat can be applied directly.
  • Previously Painted Surfaces must be sound, clean and dry before painting.

After all surfaces are sound, clean and dry apply one coat of Versus             Universal Undercoat as a tie coat. Other areas that have chalked and are powdery should be well sanded and sealed with Versus Plaster Primer.

 

 

STORAGE:

 

  • Keep containers properly sealed.
  • Store away from direct heat, sun and severe cold.

 

 

PACKAGING:

 

  • 5 litres and 20 litres

 

 

PRECAUTIONS:

  • Detailed safety information: refers to the material safety data sheet for this product.
  • Do not apply directly to bare metal surfaces.
  • Drying times will be extended during wet or cold weather conditions.
  • Do not apply direct to chalky or friable surfaces.
  • Do not apply before 9am and after 4pm in the winter.
  • Do not apply exterior if it looks like rain will occur within 4-6 hours of application. Do not apply direct to chalky or friable surfaces.