Wattyl MasterPrep Multi-Purpose Undercoat

Data Sheet WA403Wattyl MasterPrep Multi-Purpose UndercoatDESCRIPTIONWattyl MasterPrep® Multi-Purpose Undercoat is a high opacity oil based undercoat for use on interior and exteriorsurfaces, providing a smooth even surface for water or oil based finishing coats.PRINCIPAL CHARACTERISTICS• Interior and exterior use.• Excellent flow and sanding properties• May be used as an intermediate coat when extensive sanding is needed to produce a smooth surface• The ideal intermediate coat when recoating oil enamels with acrylicsCOLOURS AND GLOSS• Colour – white• Gloss – N/ABASIC DATA• Surface dry• Recoat• Fully cured• Coverage per coat• WFT per coat• DFT per coat• Thinning• Clean Up• VOCFour (4) hoursTwenty four (24) hoursPage 1 of 2Seven (7) days.All figures are quoted at 20°C and 65% relative humidity. Drying will take longer atlower temperatures or higher relative humidity.Up to 14m²/L (depending on the texture, surface porosity and method of application).75 microns38 micronsUp to 5% mineral turps, if necessary.Thoroughly clean equipment with mineral turps.>300g/L VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) calculations are based on APASdefinition and are in accordance with Green Building Council requirements.RECOMMENDED SUBSTRATE CONDITIONS AND TEMPERATURE• Suitable for weatherboards and timber joinery• Suitable for timber, hardboard and previously painted surfaces• Not suitable for MDF• Oily timbers such as Rimu, Totora and Matai may cause drying problems. We recommend priming these surfaceswith Wattyl MasterPrep Primer Sealer Undercoat• Ensure surface is clean and dry, and free from dust, dirt, grease, formwork release agents and curing compounds.All loose, peeling or flaking material must be removed. Uneven surfaces should be sanded smooth with fineabrasive paper and all dust removed. Fill holes and cracks with a suitable filler and sand lightly to an even finish.• If mould is present, clean surface with household bleach then rinse well with clean water.• Ensure all new cementitious substrates are fully cured prior to painting. Typically this may take a minimum of 4-6weeks. Efflorescence (white salts) must be removed prior to painting. There must be less than 15% moisturecontent in the surface at the time of application.• Test soundness of previously painted surfaces by cutting a small X in the paint with a sharp blade. Stick a piece oftape firmly over the X and pull off. If the paint pulls away the surface is unsound. Repeat at random in a number ofareas. Unsound surfaces should be stripped for best results.• Application should not be carried out if the air temperature or the substrate temperature is below 10 o C or above35 o C or when the humidity is greater than 85%. The temperature must not fall below 10°C during the dryingprocess.• Do not apply if rain or dewfall is likely within 4 hours.Reason for Issue: New product / date of issue Version: 1.1 Issue Date: 24/04/2013VALSPAR PAINT (NZ) LTD INFORMATION HELP LINE: 0800 735551 (New Zealand)

Wattyl MasterPrep Primer UndercoatData Sheet WA403Page 2 of 2INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE• Stir contents thoroughly with a flat stirrer before and during use.• Apply to a correctly prepared surface by brush, roller or spray equipment. Sprayed surfaces must be back rolled.Use a quality brush or roller.• Primed surfaces should be painted within 4 weeks. If longer than 4 weeks we recommend sanding back and repriming.• Bare timber Exterior including treated or previously oil stained timber – Apply one (1) coat of WattylMasterPrep Timber Primer to correctly prepared surface.• Previously painted with oil based paint – Apply one coat (1) of Wattyl MasterPrep Multi-Purpose Undercoat tocorrectly prepared surface.SAFETY DATA• Caution FlammableProvide adequate ventilation during use.• Spills and Disposal Do not allow spilt material to enter drains or other watercourses. Absorb spills with sand orother inert material. Unwanted paint should be kept in a sealed container, such as an emptypaint can, and disposed of via special waste collection services. Check with your localCouncil regarding the disposal of empty paint containers.• M.S.D.S. A Material Safety Data Sheet (M.S.D.S.) is available on request.• First Aid:If swallowed do not induce vomiting. Give plenty of water to drink. Contact a doctor or the Poisons Information Centre.Phone 0800 764766 (New Zealand).If in eyes, hold eyes open and flood with water for at least 15 minutes. Contact a doctor if any irritation occurs.If on skin remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water or a proprietary skin cleanser. Do notuse solvents.If affected by inhalation remove person to fresh air. If breathing difficulties persist or occur later, contact a doctor.ADDITIONAL DATA• Available in 1, 2, 4 and 10 litre containers.• Containers must be secured and stored upright during transit.• Containers must not be exposed to excessive heat or cold.• For further information, contact the Wattyl Information Helpline, Phone 0800 735 551.1. This information is provided with respect to the listed Valspar products. Valspar recommends that:(a) The user should check the date of printing, and if more than 24 months have elapsed, should verify with our nearest sales office that the information is still current. (b) you review the Technical Data Sheets (TDS) andMaterial Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) before you use or handle the product; (c) the product be used only in accordance with the information provided by Valspar; (d) the product be transported, stored and handled inaccordance with the information on the MSDS and relevant TDS; and (e) you thoroughly test the product, using the recommended application method on a sample of intended substrate, before using the product.2. The information in this technical data sheet was prepared using information gathered during product development. While Valspar endeavours to update this information and maintain the accuracy and currency of itscontents, Valspar cannot guarantee that the information provided is wholly comprehensive.3. Valspar recommends that you conduct such additional investigations as may be necessary to satisfy yourself of the accuracy, currency and comprehensiveness of the information on which you rely in using and handlingthe product. If you require further information please contact your nearest Valspar Office.4. Because we cannot control the way these products may be used, or the conditions they may be exposed to, we can give no express guarantees in respect of these products or their performance. However certainguarantees may be implied by law.Valspar Paint (NZ) Ltd, PO Box 1545, Shortland St, Auckland 1140 Phone 09 820 6700 Fax 09 820 6572VALSPAR PAINT (NZ) LTDINFORMATION HELP LINE: 0800 735551 (New Zealand)