Description

A Crown Penetrating primer is normally designed for the binding of loosely bound, powdery and chalking surfaces. It is recommended for use when redecorating external walls which have been neglected and wall and ceiling surfaces previously coated with cement paints, distemper, lime wash etc.
It can also be used when applying emulsion and other pigmented finishes directly onto loosely bound surfaces invariably results in an early breakdown due to loss of adhesion.

Please note that before applying this crown Primer, all loose, unsound and flaking paint and other contamination must be removed.

Characteristics of crown penetrating primer:

A special oil varnish medium incorporating an off-white marker pigment for identification purposes.

Advantages:

• Excellent adhesion and penetrating characteristics
• Provides a firm, stable foundation for the application of a wide variety of decorative paint systems.

Application:

This crown paint is normally applied using brush.

Thinning:

Supplied ready for use but may be thinned with Crown White Spirit for application to rough textured surfaces. Avoid over thinning. Stir well before use.

Spreading Capacity:

Due to its penetrating characteristics this crown Primer, when properly applied, will only cover an area of 6-7 m2/l on smooth surfaces. Spreading capacity will be reduced when used on rough walls.

Equipment Cleaner:

Crown White Spirit.

Colour range:

Nearly transparent with an off-white marker pigment.

Pack sizes:

4 litres and 20 litres.

Availability:

This crown penetrating primer is available  from Rangi Paint Store and also from Crown Depot  in Nairobi. You can also check from our website the prices for crown penetrating primer and other crown paints prices.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Flaking, Powdery, Lime washed, Distempered or Cement Painted surfaces:

Thoroughly remove all possible loose and flaking material . Ensure that the building fabric is dry before priming. Apply liberally, by brush, 1 coat of Penetrating Primer. The application of a 2nd coat is advisable in severe circumstances.