Ensure all surfaces are clean, dry and free from dirt, grease and other contaminants.
Bare Wood: Sand smooth and wipe clean. Apply a clear proprietary wood preservative according to the manufacturer's instructions, and allow to dry. Where necessary, cover knots with International Knotting Solution. Prime the bare wood using International Exterior Primer Undercoat.
Bare metal: Ensure the surface is free from rust before priming. For best results use International Exterior Primer Undercoat.
Previously painted surfaces: For previously painted surfaces in good condition, a wash down is all that is required before applying paint. If there is any flaking paint or rust, first remove and spot prime bare surfaces with a suitable primer.
Uneven or damaged surfaces: Make good with proprietary filler. Leave putty for at least 2 days before overcoating.
Rotten wood: Cut out rotten wood, replace with sound timber, and then treat as bare wood.
Grey weathered wood: Thoroughly sand back to sound timber, then treat as bare wood.
How to use
Stir well with a broad stirring stick to the bottom of the can. This is essential to ensure an even colour and finish.
Apply two coats using a natural bristle brush or roller suitable for gloss paints. When applying to timber, work well into joints and end grain.
Cleaning
After use, remove as much paint as possible from brushes before cleaning. For best results use Polycel Brush Cleaner.
Health and safety
Safety, Health and Environment
International is a brand of Imperial Chemical Industries Limited trading as ICI Paints AkzoNobel. It is the policy of AkzoNobel to provide the highest standard of safety, health and environmental advice and information. Safety data sheets are freely available on the website or to users on request.
Ensure good ventilation during application and drying.
Avoid the inhalation of dust. Wear a suitable face mask if dry sanding.
Special precautions should be taken during surface preparation of pre-1960s paint surfaces over wood and metal as they may contain harmful lead.
