About Metalshield® RFU Etch Primer
Surfaces
Suitable for priming:
• Galvanised iron
• ZINCALUME®
• Aluminium
• Copper
• Brass
• Stainless steel
• Steel and
• Wrought iron.
Use in combination with compatible Metalshield® topcoats.
Previously Painted Surfaces
• Do not apply on top of existing painted surfaces.
Unpainted Surfaces
Ensure the surface has thoroughly dried prior to application.
Aged/lightly rusted surfaces:
• Remove any rust by scraping, sanding or wire brushing.
• Wipe surface with acetone to remove any residual grease, oils and dirt.
Bare steel and wrought iron:
• Wipe surface with acetone to remove any residual grease, oils and dirt.
Galvanised iron, ZINCALUME®, aluminium, copper, brass and stainless steel:
• Clean surface with Selleys® Sugar Soap and a Scotch-Brite® Pad to remove any grease, oils and dirt.
• Rinse with clean water.
• Do not apply on top of existing painted surfaces.
• Commercial applications may require additional surface preparation.
Brush, roller
• Stir contents thoroughly with a broad flat stirrer using a stirring, lifting action.
• No thinning is required for brush or roller application.
• Stir well prior to applying one coat of Dulux Metalshield® RFU Etch Primer by brush, roller or spray.
• For best results, apply the primer immediately after the surface preparation is complete.
• Application and drying temperatures must be above 10°C.
Airless/Conventional Spray
• Stir contents thoroughly with a broad flat stirrer using a stirring, lifting action.
• For spraying thin up to 150ml per litre with acetone or Dulux Urethane Thinner.
• Stir well prior to applying one coat of Dulux Metalshield® RFU Etch Primer by brush, roller or spray.
• For best results, apply the primer immediately after the surface preparation is complete.
• Application and drying temperatures must be above 10°C.
Unused paint
Do not pour leftover paint down the drain.
Unwanted paint should be brushed out on newspaper and allowed to dry, and then disposed of via domestic waste collections.
For more information on responsible disposal of paint and packaging visit painttakeback.co.nz or paintback.com.au.
Empty paint containers
Leave empty paint containers open in a well-ventilated area to dry out. When dry, recycle the container via steel can recycling programs.
Disposal of empty paint containers via domestic recycling programs may differ between local authorities. Check with your local council first.
Do not reuse container unless thoroughly decontaminated.
For more information on responsible disposal of paint and packaging visit paintback.com.au or painttakeback.co.nz
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