CompleteSpecManual - California Paints

Product Description:Interior or ExteriorThis non-toxic, 100% acrylic waterborne enamel provides a fast dry gloss finish for many general maintenancerequirements. It provides superior color retention and moisture resistance when used exterior and is rust inhibiting whenapplied in the proper system.Recommended Use:Concrete, wood, wallboard, masonry block, plaster, primed metal.Application:WARNING! If you scrape, sand or remove old paint from any surface, you may release lead dust. LEAD IS TOXIC.EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS, SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY INCHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH-approved respirator to controllead exposure. Carefully clean up with a wet mop or HEPA vacuum. Before you start, find out how to protect yourselfand your family by contacting the U.S. EPA/Lead Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD (5323) or log on towww.epa.gov/lead.Surfaces to be painted must be free of dust, mildew, dirt, grease, loose paint, oil, glue size, calcimine, wax, soap, andother surface contamination. Patch irregularities with vinyl patching paste or an appropriate patching compound. Thiscoating is self-priming over bare sheetrock, composition board, ceiling tile and concrete.New Plaster - Knife off all nibs and protrusions. Wipe with a clean damp cloth to remove loose particles. Do not sandnew plaster until it is primed.Wallboard, Sheetrock, Gypsum Board - Joint compound should be sanded smooth, but avoid abrading the paper.Ferrous Metal - Clean, then prime with Everlife Rust-inhibiting Latex primerWood - Seal knots and stains with Prime Choice Low Odor Oil Base Primer Sealer or Prime Choice 100% AcrylicUniversal PrimerMasonry Block - Apply one coat of a masonry block filler if a denser surface is desired.Previously Painted Surfaces - Wash, sand or dust to obtain a paintable surface.Glossy Surfaces - Dull by sanding to insure proper adhesion of paint.Architectural Specifications:▪ Plaster, Wallboard, Sheetrock, Concrete, Non-Porous Masonry:1 Coat Prime Choice All Surface Acrylic Primer 503001 or 2 coats Everlife 100% Acrylic High Gloss Waterborne Enamel No. 521XXor2 coats Everlife 100% Acrylic High Gloss Waterborne Enamel No. 521XX▪ Porous Masonry and Block:1 coat of a masonry block filler1 or 2 coats Everlife 100% Acrylic High Gloss Waterborne Enamel No. 521XX▪ Ferrous Metal - Unprimed:1 coat Everlife Latex Primer (#52161 white, or #52167 red)1 or 2 coats Everlife 100% Acrylic High Gloss Waterborne Enamel No. 521XX▪ Ferrous Metal - Primed - Galvanized Metal:1 or 2 coats Everlife 100% Acrylic High Gloss Waterborne Enamel No. 521XX▪ Wood:1 coat Prime Choice All Surface Acrylic Primer 503001 or 2 coats Everlife 100% Acrylic High Gloss Waterborne Enamel No. 521XXPrecautions:Do not add solvents, oils or colors in oil, or mix with other paint types. Do not apply when air or surface temperature isbelow 50° F or when drying conditions are poor. Keep from freezing. Do not use in place of House Paint. Remove allmildew before application. For maximum rust inhibiting requirements prime bare ferrous metal with California HighPerformance Industrial Prime-Line Metal Primer.Safety Information:Keep out of reach of children. Do not take internally. Close container after each use.DATA/SPECIFICATIONS 96/8/2011Everlife 100% Acrylic High GlossWaterborne Enamel 521XXProduct Specifications:Type: 100% Acrylic WaterborneExposure: Interior or ExteriorSpecular Gloss: 80 @ 60° ± 5Volume Solids: 34.2%±2Solids by Weight: 48.5 % ±2Vehicle: 75.6 % ±2Pigment: 22.8 % ±2Dry Film Thickness: 1.5 milsViscosity @ 77 °F: 85KU ± 5Maximum VOC: 250 g/literFlash Pt °F: Non-combustibleThinner:WaterClean-Up: Soap & WaterAvailable Colors and Bases:White PastelDeep Neutral15 Stock MediumAvailable Package Sizes:QuartGallon(Weight Per Gallon: 10.5 lbs. ± .5 lb)Drying Times:To Touch: 1 hrs.To Handle: 16 hrs.To Recoat: 3 hrs.(@ 70-77 °F, 50% R.H.)Surface Spread Rate:Smooth: 350-425s.f./gal.Porous: 300-350 s.f./gal.(Spray Application is 50% of above)Tools and Equipment:Brush -Synthetic, Nylon or PolyesterRoller -3/8" Nap Synthetic FiberAirless Spray.017 to .019 TipCalifornia Paints ▪ 150 Dascomb Rd. ▪ Andover, MA ▪ 01810 ▪ www.californiapaints.com ▪ 800-225-1141