Features

• Easy to apply and spreads well.
• Excellent durability.
• Reflects heat.
• 100% lead free.

Intended Usages

• Exterior coating for steel and galvanised iron.
• Can be used over conventional iron primers, including Prominent Rust Primer and Ultra Prime.

Application Details

• Mixing: As the aluminium pigment settles very easily, must it be stirred well with a flat paddle to an even consistency before and during use.
• Method: Roller, brush or spray.
• Thinning: Not recommended but 10% maximum with ProGold Mineral Turpentine if required.
• Cleaning: Remove as much of the product as possible from the application equipment before cleaning with ProGold Mineral Turpentine.

Conditions:

• Temperature between 5°C and 40°C.
• Relative humidity of less than 85%, preferably between 10: 00 and 16: 00.
• Ideally apply when the temperature of the substrate is at least 2°C above dew point.

Drying time: 
Surface dry - 12 hours, Hard dry - 48 hours.

Recoating time: 
48 hours at 23°C.

Note:  Higher temperatures will accelerate the drying times (approximately halved for every 10°C increase), whilst lower temperatures will retard the drying time (approximately doubled for every 10°C decrease).

Requirements: One coat for recoating, two coats for new work.

Surface Preparations
Steel:

• Degrease with ProGold General Purpose Cleaner/water mixture (1: 5) and abrasive pads, rinse and allow drying.
• Prime with any conventional iron primer (Prominent Etch primer, Prominent Rust Primer or Prominent Ultra Prime).

Galvanised iron:

• Degrease with ProGold General Purpose Cleaner /water mixture (1: 5) and abrasive pads, rinse and allow to dry.
• Prime with Prominent Galvanised Iron Primer.

Rusted steel:

• Remove rust, degrease with ProGold General Purpose Cleaner/water mixture (1: 5) and abrasive pads, rinse and allow to dry.
• Apply 2 coats Prominent Rust Primer.

Weathered galvanised iron:

• Remove rust, degrease with ProGold General Purpose Cleaner/water mixture (1: 5) and abrasive pads, rinse and allow drying.
• Apply 2 coats Prominent Rust Primer.

Paint in good condition:

• Clean off and apply directly.

Paint in poor condition:

• Remove and treat as new work.

Limitations

• Not heat resistant.
• Not for use over waterproofing systems.
• Cannot be overcoated with emulsion paints.
• Prominent General Purpose Aluminium paint must NOT be applied to roofs that act as catchment for drinking water.
• Product should not be applied to areas which will remain submerged under water.
• Good weather resistance, but normal fading takes place over time.
• A maintenance coat 2-3 years after completion of the project will be required for continual protection and correct product performance.

Safety

• Keep out of reach of children.
• Ensure to maintain good ventilation during application and drying process.
• In case of skin contact, wash with soap and water or a recognised skin cleaner. Avoid contact with eyes. In case of contact with eyes rinse immediately with running water and seek medical advice.
• If product is ingested drink plenty of water or milk. Do not induce vomiting at any time. Seek medical advice.
• Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for detailed information about the product and transportation and classification criteria. MSDS is available on www.prominentpaints.co.za or from Prominent Customer Service Department.
• To avoid any risk of spillage, always transport in a secure upright position.
• Always wear gloves when working with the product and avoid excessive inhalation and skin contact.
• Wet product is flammable and naked should not be allowed in the vicinity of the working area.