Description
EWI Pro Water Based Substrate Primer (EWI-301) 5 Litres is designed for priming various different absorptive substrates including ordinary and cellular concrete (e.g. aerated concrete), walls made of bricks, blocks and structural clay tiles, plaster coats, gypsum panels and gypsum plaster boards. It is applied to the substrate prior to the application of paints, adhesives, cement or cement and lime-based plaster coats, skim finish products, ceramic tiling, floor screeds and even wallpapers.
Preparation
Water Based Primer comes ready to use in 5-litre jerrycans. The product should be mixed within its container before use. It should not be diluted with water or any other material.
Application
For best effects, do not add water and apply using a brush or roller. Weak substrates that need to be strengthened and highly absorptive substrates should re-primed after about 4 hours. Dispersion paints, surface finish products or adhesives should be applied after at least 24 h since priming. Works must not be carried during rain or snow, strong winds and in direct sunlight, without special protection to limit exposure to weather conditions. Recently rendered coats must be protected against rain, frost and over-rapid drying.
Water Based Substrate Primer Application Conditions
- Application temperature (air, substrate, materials): from +5°C to +25°C
- Quantity to be used: approx. 50-300 ml/m2 depending on substrate structure and absorptive capacity)
- Coat drying time: approx. 2-4 hours
- Time to painting or plastering: after about 24 h since priming
- Colour: colourless when dry
Water Based Substrate Primer Storage Conditions
EWI-301 Water-Based Primer is available in 5-litre plastic jerrycans.
Shelf life: up to 12 months from the date of manufacture. Keep dry and in the original packaging at a temperature of +5°C to +25°C.
EWI Pro Water Based Substrate Primer (EWI-301) 5 Litres FAQs
- What substrates can I use Water-Based Primer on?
Water-Based Substrate Primer is designed to prime various absorptive substrates, including ordinary and cellular concrete (e.g., aerated concrete), brick walls, blocks and structural clay tiles, plaster coats, gypsum panels, and gypsum plaster boards.
- How do I apply Water-Based Primer?
To apply Water-Based Primer, use a large paintbrush or roller to paint it on the substrate. Allow the primer to dry thoroughly before applying silicone render.
.3. How long does it take for the Water-Based Primer to dry?
Water-Based Primer takes approximately 2 to 4 hours to dry; however, it is recommended that you wait 24 hours before continuing work.
- What colour does Water-Based Primer dry as?
Water-Based Primer will dry completely colourless onto the substrate.
- Is Water-Based Primer ready-to-use?
Water Based Primer comes ready to use in 5-litre jerrycans. The product should be mixed within its container before use. It should not be diluted with water or any other material.
