The product can be applied by: Brush, roller or airless spray Spreading Capacity per coat: Depends on film thickness applied, type of texture, surface porosity, imperfections, temperature & wastage during painting 13– 15 m2/l when applied on a smooth surface.
New Plaster:
Remove all loose particles and ensure the surface moisture content is below 3%. Apply Crown Plus 3 Masonry Primer or Alkali Resistant Primer, diluted up to 10% with White Spirit. Finish with 1–2 coats of Crown Matt Finish Black, diluted up to 10% by volume with White Spirit.
Emulsion Painted Surfaces in Sound Condition:
Sand the surface lightly and clean thoroughly. Apply Crown Universal Undercoat, diluted up to 10% with White Spirit. Finish with 1–2 coats of Crown Matt Finish Black, diluted up to 10% by volume with White Spirit.
Oil-Based Enamel Painted Surfaces in Sound Condition:
Sand the surface lightly and clean thoroughly. No primer is required if the surface is in good condition unless a drastic colour change is necessary. Apply 1–2 coats of Crown Matt Finish Black, diluted up to 10% by volume with White Spirit.
Loosely Bound, Lime-Washed or Distempered Surfaces:
Remove all flaking paint down to a firm base or the original building surface. Apply Crown Penetrating Primer with no dilution. Finish with 1–2 coats of Crown Matt Finish Black, diluted up to 10% by volume with White Spirit.
Wood and Boards:
Sand the surface along the grain and remove dust. Apply Crown White or Aluminium Wood Primer, diluted up to 10% with White Spirit. Finish with 1–2 coats of Crown Matt Finish Black, diluted up to 10% by volume with White Spirit.
Mild Steel:
Degrease the surface using White Spirit or a suitable degreaser. Remove rust using a rust remover and rinse with clean water until the surface is water break free. Apply Crown Zinc Phosphate Primer. Finish with 1–2 coats of Crown Matt Finish Black, diluted up to 10% by volume with White Spirit.
Galvanised Iron or Stainless Steel:
Allow the surface to weather for 6 months. Then apply Mordant Solution or a 1-pack Etch Primer. Follow with Crown Zinc Phosphate Primer. Finish with 1–2 coats of Crown Matt Finish Black, diluted up to 10% by volume with White Spirit.
Plastic and Fibreglass:
Apply Mordant Solution or a 1-pack Etch Primer to prepare the surface. Follow with Crown Universal Undercoat, diluted up to 10% with White Spirit. Finish with 1–2 coats of Crown Matt Finish Black, diluted up to 10% by volume with White Spirit.