Application depends upon the exact nature of the product. In all cases refer to the manufacturer's guidelines.

Whatever type of building or construction the application is for, whether it be for roofs, floors, walls or foundations, good surface preparation is vital when applying any paint, coating or waterproof product.If the surface is not adequately prepared the coating could lose adhesion. Any coating is only as good as the surface that it has been applied onto.

General guidelines for surface preparations are as follows: Remove old flaking paint, loose particles and organic growth, which should first be treated with a fungicide. Well-bonded paints might not need to be removed but beware of old paints which have lost adhesion in some places but appear sound in others. Power washing is may be recommended. Repair surface defects. Ensure all surfaces are clean, dry and firm before application.

Priming - in certain circumstances a primer should be applied, for example to consolidate friable surfaces, to seal porous surfaces, to block any bleed from bituminous surfaces, or if corrosion is present on steel surfaces.

Some products should be stirred before application whilst other products must not be stirred.

Most coatings and waterproofing products can be applied by brush, spray or roller and should be applied evenly. The thickness of the coating and the number of coats will depend upon the paint, coating or waterproofing membrane.

Most products cannot be applied if the temperature is too low or if rain is expected. Solvent based paints, coatings or waterproof ing products cannot be applied onto a damp or wet surface.

Clean brushes, rollers and spray equipment with water or a proprietary solvent immediately after use.

Dispose of any remaining product according to local authority regulations. Always recycle if possible. Paints, coatings or waterproofing products should NEVER be poured into water courses.

Application depends upon the exact nature of the product. In all cases refer to the manufacturer's guidelines.

Health and Safety
Always wear suitable protective equipment, such as overalls, gloves and goggles. Always provide as much ventilation as possible. Some products may require the use of ventilators or breathing equipment during application. Dust masks should be worm whilst carrying out surface preparation where dust may be created. Always refer to the manufacturer's health and safety advice.

Please note that any information enclosed in this section is supplied in good faith and that while we make every effort to ensure that it is accurate, helpful and up to date, it is given without commitment or guarantee.

Please remember that orders have to be above our minimum size quantity.