Overview

A solvent based undercoat, Dulux Trade Undercoat is recommended for use with . The high sheen and excellent opacity help to retain the gloss level of the top coat. Use it on prepped and primed wood and metal, both interior and exterior. This is a versatile undercoat with excellent coverage.

• Ideal for use under solvent-based gloss paints
• Interior or exterior use
• Excellent opacity and flow

Preparation

For best results, make sure that surfaces to be painted are sound, clean and dry. It's particularly important that new surfaces are fully dry and free from all defective or poorly adhering material such as dirt, grease and wax.

• Prime new or bare surfaces with an appropriate Dulux Trade primer.
• Rub down previously painted surfaces thoroughly, using ‘wet flatting’ methods where possible, and wipe off with a damp, lint free cloth. Surface preparation of pre-1960s paint surfaces over wood and metal require special precautions as they may contain harmful lead.
• Treat any knots in wood with an appropriate knotting solution and fill any surface defects with an appropriate filler.

Application

Always follow the manufacturers instructions found on the tin, it is recommended that a small test area is applied before painting the entire surface to ensure compatibility.

• Apply 1 coat of Dulux Trade Undercoat in the appropriate colour for the job, with a brush or roller only. Do not spray.
• Follow with 1 or 2 coats of .
• Allow at least 6 hours for the undercoat to dry before applying the gloss.
• If a second coat of Dulux Trade High Gloss is required, allow a minimum of 16 hours between coats.
• For improved obliteration on rough or textured surfaces, or when using special process colours (see appropriate Dulux Trade colour card) 2 coats of Dulux Trade High Gloss will be required in order to achieve full opacity.

Aftercare & Storage