Description . Squash Court Primer/Undercoat is a water based product which is intended to be used as the first part of a painting system for Squash Court walls. The product can be considered as either a primer or an undercoat particularly prior to application of Regional Squash Court Paint. It has excellent opacity and coverage properties and provides a tough and durable base coat for subsequent finishing.
Properties . Squash Court Primer/Undercoat is a water thinnable paint based on a high performance acrylic resin emulsion.
Preparation . Great attention should be paid to correct surface preparation as this is the single most important step in the painting sequence. Surfaces to be painted should be sound, clean, dry and completely free of grease or other contamination. Remove all loose and flaking material (Wear a suitable face mask when dry sanding.) Old oil based surfaces should be sanded to provide a key for subsequent painting. Powdery or very absorbent surfaces should first be treated with a thinned coat (around 10-20% water added maximum) of Squash Court Primer/Undercoat. When the surface has been adequately prepared, apply two full coats of Squash Court Primer/Undercoat. Allow to dry thoroughly prior to application of final finish. Do not apply in very cold or damp conditions.
Coverage . Depending on the nature and condition of the surface, a coverage of 12-14 square metres per litre would be expected.
Application . Squash Court Primer/Undercoat can be applied by brush, roller and airless spray. Thinning is generally not recommended for brush application but for roller and airless spray application, up to 10% of water could be added if felt necessary. For roller application, a short pile roller is recommended. For Airless spray:
Spray tip aperture 11-13 thou (0.28 – 0.33mm ) Spray tip angle 50 ° - 60 ° Minimum working pressure 2000ps i
Do not apply in very cold or damp conditions .
Drying Time . Touch dry in 30 minutes - 2 hours. Can be recoated after 4 hours under normal conditions.
Colour Availability. Brilliant White only
Clean Up . Remove as much paint as possible from equipment before washing. Brushes, rollers and spray equipment should be cleaned out immediately after use in warm soapy water.
Safety Precautions . Ensure good ventilation during application and drying. Wear suitable face mask when spraying. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. In case of accidental contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of clean water and seek medical advice if irritation persists. After skin contact, rinse with soap and water or a proprietary skin cleanser. For further information, see Health and Safety data sheet.
Storag e Protect from frost. Store upright in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight. Replace lid firmly after use.
Disposal . Do not empty paint in to drains or watercourses. Some Local Authorities have special facilities for disposal of waste paint.
VOC Level . Low VOC (0.30-7.99%) VOC`s (Volatile Organic Compounds) contribute to atmospheric pollution.
Special Instructions. Stir well before use. If thinning is necessary, use Water.
ISSUE 1 December 2005