Tector® Silicate Primer
Tector® Silicate Primer is a breathable and durable potassium silicate (Waterglass) based fixative primer as part of the Tector® Silicate Paint system for the protection and decoration of new & old mineral based substrates inc: lime plaster/render and porous historic masonry.
Tector® Silicate Paint system comprises of two parts:
1. Tector® Silicate Primer
2. Tector® Silicate Paint
New renders should be fully cured (4 weeks) before applying the system.
Old mineral substrates must be in good condition, dry and clean and free from any material that may hinder adhesion (grease, dust, dirt, algae etc).
Old painted surfaces must be completely removed before appplication of Tector® Silicate Primer and Tector® Silicate Paint.
Fill any surface cracks Tector® Finish Render and allow to fully cure before application of the primer and paint system.
NB. Tector® Silicate Paint (white) requires bare mineral substrates to be primed with Tector® Silicate Primer prior to painting.
NB. Supply and sale of components and products for various construction systems ordered from our website, over the phone or from our Yard does NOT constitute a specification.
Tector® Silicate Primer can also be used as a clear consolidation primer to prevent dusting for porous mineral substrates including Brick, stone, masonry, mortar, plaster and render when the natural look of the substrate want to be left and not decorated.
Application:
( Tector® Silicate Primer):
Stir product until fully homogenised.
Do not apply below 5C or above 80% relative humidity.
Avoid application in direct sunlight.
Do not apply in rainy weather.
Apply liberally to absorbent surfaces.
Store in tightly sealed container and protect from frost and direct sunlight.
Recommended shelf life: no more than 1 year.
Allow Tector® Silicate Primer to fully dry (24 Hours) before application of Tector® Silicate Paint.
(Tector® Silicate Paint):
Stir product until fully homogenised.
Do not apply below 5C or when a frost is expected.
Do not apply in direct sunlight or onto hot walls.
Do not apply in strong wind.
Do not apply in rainy weather.
Do not apply to damp walls - remove moisture beforehand.
Apply evenly (do not apply thick layers).
Apply wet-on-wet in a single coat to avoid tonal variation.
Store in tightly sealed container and protect from frost and direct sunlight.
Recommended shelf life: no more than 1 year.
Technical Characteristics (Primer):
Sprecific Weight (kg/l) = 1.02 +- 0.05
Solids by volume = 7 +- 1
Solids by weight = 13 +- 1
Finish = Clear
VOC Cat. (2010 regulation) 50/30 (g/l) = 0
Touch dry, at 20C, 60% RH (hours) = 2
Recoating time, at 20C, 60% RH (hours) = 24
Coverage:
Tector® Silicate Primer = 10/12 m2/ltr
Tector® Silicate Paint = 3-4 m2/kg (depending on substrate conditions).
Availability:
15ltr plastic tubs
Product & Safety Data (SDS):
NB. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the colour and texture of products on this website but due to the limitations of technology, we strongly recommend that sample products are purchased for testing in situ prior to the full order being placed.
NB. It is strongly recommended to use a competent decorator who is experienced in using Silicate Primer & Paint with the requisite skills, technique and specialist qualifications and experience to carry out the job.
NB. Imported Silicate Paint & Primer products are from naturally occurring raw materials and on occasion lime may differ slightly from batch to batch in colour and texture. Every effort is made to produce a consistent product as part of our own factory controlled procedures and quality control. It is strongly recommended to test a small amount of material, in situ, to assess suitability and performance and purchase adequate amounts of product from the same batch to fulfil any job. Chalk Down Lime Ltd can NOT guarantee the colour and texture of Silicate Paint & Primer.