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Description:

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Blakes Epoxy Primer Undercoat is a two pack, high build, solvent based primer and undercoat for the protection of all substrates above and below the waterline. Particularly suitable for aluminium and as a primer for keels and rudders.

Preparation & Applications:

• Ensure all surfaces are clean, oil free and dry.
  
• Clean with Degreaser or Surface Cleaner.
• Stir all products well before use.
• If overcoating times are exceeded, abrade the surface and wash off with fresh water.
  

On a previously coated surface:

1. Abrade to remove loose matter and provide a suitable key.
2. Wash surface with fresh water and allow to dry.
3. Apply Epoxy Primer Undercoat as required, followed by the relevant topcoat..
   

On a previously uncoated surface:

• Prime porous surfaces with one coat of Epoxy Primer Undercoat thinned 20% with Thinners No.5.
• Then apply 5 coats or Epoxy Primer Undercoat before applying the required top coat or tie coat.
• Thinners can be added to assist application under certain conditions.

Mixing:

• Mix ratio is 2 parts base to 1 part curing agent by volume.
• Thoroughly mix the base, add the curing agent and stir well.
• For best results allow mixed paint to rest for several minutes before use to allow air bubbles to escape.

Application method: Brush/ Roller/ Pad/ Spray
Thinners & Tool Cleaner: Thinners No.5 (brush/ roller/ pad) up to 10%, (spray) up to 40%
Coverage: 8.5m²/ 1L
Minimum application temperature: 5ºC- 40ºC

Temperature	Touch Dry	Overcoating Time
		Minimum	Maximum
10ºC- 50ºC	4 hours	8 hours	60 days
20ºC- 68ºC	2 hours	4 hours	30 days

For more detailed information on painting and additional product information please telephone Blakes on 01489 864440. For Safety Data Sheets; please click here for main part, and here for the curing agent.