ENAMEL PRO WHITE DIRECT-TO-METAL
WHITE ACRYLIC LATEX WATER-BASED ENAMEL PAINT
Where To Purchase:
- Metal Buildings
- Metal Roofs
- Properly primed steel
- Agricultural and industrial interior walls and ceilings
- Concrete, masonry, and brick
- Not suitable for flooring or high abrasion surfaces
Not designed to inhibit rust. If applied over a previously rusted surface or to inhibit future rust, a coat of oil-based primer (Shopcoat Primer 299) is recommended.
- Brighter white than conventional oil-based products.
- Non-toxic – soap and water cleanup.
- Effective mildewcide is incorporated to restrict mildew growth once paint is dry.
- Offers exceptional economy and durability in a user-friendly water-based formulation.
- Provides excellent weather protection and decoration.
- Safe around valuable horses and livestock.
Characteristics
Color – White
Finish – Semi-Gloss
Flash Point – > 201°F (PMCC)
Viscosity – 85 KU
Available Packaging – 5-gal pails, 55-gal drums
VOC – Less than 250 grams/liter
Shelf Life
2 years unopened, stored out of direct sunlight at temperatures between 40°F and 90°F.
Settling can occur, product must be shaken vigorously before use. For best results, flip pails upside down while shaking.
DO NOT FREEZE
Coverage
Flat Surfaces: 250 sq. ft. / gal.
Coverage depends on many factors such as porosity and roughness of the substrate and material losses during application. Using less material than recommended will see a decrease in durability. May require two coats for best results.
Drying Time @ 77°F / RH 50%
Set to touch: 1 hour
Re-coat: 4 hours
Fully dry: 24 hours
Drying times are affected by rain, dew, and temperature. Do not paint if rain is expected within 8 hours.
Recommended Film Thickness
Wet film – per coat: 6.0 to 10.0 mils
Dry film – per coat: 2.0 to 4.0 mils
Application
Product should be thoroughly mixed before use. No thinning needed – if necessary, thin with 4 fl. oz. water per gal. paint.
Application temperature: above 50°F
Method: Brush, roll, or spray
Airless spray:
- Rating: 0.5 gallons / minute minimum
- Pressure: 1,800-2,500psi
- Filter: 30 to 60 mesh
- Tip Size: 0.017″ to 0.025″
Roller application: use thick nap 7” roller.
Fence Preparation
Surface should be free of all dirt, grease, oil, mill scale, or other contaminants prior to painting.
In areas where mildew is a problem, always scrub the surface with a commercial mildew remover or bleach solution.
