Overview
Suitable for use inside and out, Leyland Trade Undercoat in Dark Grey is a high opacity base coat most suited to providing a smooth foundation for gloss paint. It's alkyd based with a dense covering and a superb capacity for hiding imperfections.
- For use on wood or metal
- Alkyd based
- Excellent hiding powers
- Provides a smooth foundation for gloss paint
- Interior or exterior
| Area | Interior & Exterior |
| Recommended Use | Interior and exterior woods and metals |
| Base | Alkyd Based |
| Coverage | up to 17m² per litre |
| Drying Time | 16-24 hours |
| Re-Coat Time | 16-24 hours |
| Recommended Coats | 1-2 coats |
| Application Method | Brush or Roller |
| VOC Levels | High |
| Clean Up | Remove as much paint as possible from the equipment before cleaning with brush cleaner |
Preparation
Ensure that the surface to be undercoated and painted is sound, clean, dry and free from grease, and remove all loose and defective paint.
- If the surface you are applying the Leyland Trade Undercoat to is new or bare timber, it will first need a primer, which will soak in and provide a bond.
- Rub down sound previously painted surfaces with fine waterproof abrasive paper to provide a key.
- Avoid the inhalation of dust. Wear a suitable face mask if dry sanding. Special precautions should be taken during surface preparation of pre-1960s paint surfaces over wood and metal as they may contain harmful lead.
Application
Always perform a test on a small inconspicuous area to ensure compatibility, and we recommend following the manufacturer's instructions found on the tin.
- Stir well before use. Apply the undercoat with a brush or roller.
- For best results, the brush should be fully loaded. Do not thin.
- Apply one or more coats as required and wait 16-24 hours for the first coat to dry before applying the second coat.
- Do not apply over polystyrene surfaces.
