Preparation

PROPER SURFACE PREPARATION IS REQUIRED

• All surfaces must be clean, dry, free of rust, dust, dirt, chalk, oil, grease, wax, polish, mold and mildew stains, loose and peeling paint and all other foreign substances.
• MILDEW: Remove mildew stains with a mildew stain removing product.
• UNPAINTED METAL SURFACES: FERROUS METALS: Use SSPC-SP2. Remove all rust and mill scale using sandpaper, steel wool, abrasive blasting, or other abrading methods to create a profile on the metal’s surface.
• Remove any residue, and clean the metal by scrubbing the surface with a solvent such as mineral spirits or acetone. Bare metal must be coated the same day it is cleaned.
• GALVANIZED METAL, ALUMINUM & OTHER NON FERROUS METALS: Use SSPC-SP1. All oil film on new metal must be removed before it is painted.
• Remove oil film with a solvent such as mineral spirits or acetone and remove any residue.
• Sand the surface with sandpaper, steel wool, or by using a chemical etcher such as BEHR PREMIUM® Concrete & Masonry Cleaner & Etcher No. 991.
• Clean by scrubbing the surface with a solvent such as mineral spirits or acetone and remove any residue.
• PREVIOUSLY PAINTED METAL SURFACES: Remove all loose and peeling paint and all other foreign substances.
• Clean any dirt and grease by scrubbing the surface with a solvent such as mineral spirits or acetone and remove any residue.
• Sufficiently sand and dull all smooth, hard, dense or glossy surfaces before coating for maximum performance.
• It is recommended to test a small inconspicuous area for adhesion one week prior to application. If test area shows insufficient adhesion, additional abrasion or complete removal of the previous coating may be required.
• All exterior alkyd surfaces should be primed prior to painting.

Prime

• UNPAINTED METAL SURFACES: Ferrous Metals: Self priming on properly prepared substrates.
• For best results, use a MPI #107 certified rust-inhibitive, water based primer, such as BEHR Metal Primer NO. 435 or BEHR Multi-Surface Primer & Sealer No. 436.
• To properly prepare the uncoated surface, please refer to the surface preparation instructions.
• Galvanized Metal, Aluminum & Other Non Ferrous Metals: Use a MPI #134 certified water based primer for galvanized surfaces, such as BEHR Metal Primer NO. 435 or BEHR Multi-Surface Primer & Sealer No. 436.
• To properly prepare the uncoated surface, please refer to the surface preparation instructions.
• PREVIOUSLY PAINTED METAL & GLOSSY SURFACES: Self priming on properly prepared substrates.
• Use a MPI #134 certified water based primer for galvanized surfaces, such as BEHR Metal Primer NO. 435 or BEHR Multi-Surface Primer & Sealer No. 436.
• To properly prepare the uncoated surface, please refer to the surface preparation instructions.

Application

• DO NOT THIN PRODUCT. Stir before and during application.
• Intermix multiple containers to ensure colour uniformity.
• Use adequate ventilation during application and drying process.
• Certain colours may require 2 or more coats to achieve complete hide and coverage.
• Use product when air and surface temperature are 50-90˚ F (10-32˚ C), or for exterior when precipitation is expected within 24 hours after project completion.
• Apply a thin coat using a high quality synthetic brush, 6.35-9.5 mm nap roller or an airless sprayer (0.23-0.43 mm spray tip).
• NOTE: If touch-up is necessary, same application method is recommended.

Dry Time

• Longer dry time required in cooler temperatures and higher humidity.
• Wait at least 4 weeks before rinsing or cleaning the surface with a mild, non-abrasive detergent.

Disposal

• Properly dispose of all soiled rags and protect unused product from freezing.
• For disposal of unused paint products, please contact your household refuse collection service.