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MTN Primers and Varnishes

This info sheets takes a look at the MTN Primer and Varnish ranges, giving you the info to select the right product for your job.

Two essential products improve the results of MTN applications, primers and varnishes. We will start by generally explaining what each product is and what it is for.

PRIMERS

A primer is a coat that is applied before the final coating of paint, which helps prepare the surface.

You might need to use a primer in different circumstances, such as:

– Easier adherence to non-porous surfaces: For example, using wash primer on polished metal surfaces.

– To prevent absorption on porous surfaces: For example, using white gesso when preparing a canvas for painting with oil and acrylic paints.

– To protect surfaces from humidity and corrosion: For example, using antirust primer when you paint metal garden furniture.

– To save and balance out absorption (sealing and covering the pore) of the final coating of paint: For example, using white base primer when you paint a clay pot or on MDA-type wood.

MTN PRO UNIVERSAL PRIMER

This is a multi-surface primer that helps improve adherence on relatively non- porous surfaces (metals, plastics, glass, ceramic or tiles). Apart from improving adherence, it has antioxidant properties.

MTN PRO ANTIRUST PRIMER

This primer is for iron surfaces, and is used to prevent rust or to protect something that has already rusted (after having removed the rust).

MTN PRO PLASTIC PRIMER

This is a colourless primer that is used as a coating for adherence on POLYPROPLYENE (PP or EPDM) surfaces.

MTN PRO WASH PRIMER

This primer improves adherence on steel, aluminium and other polished metal surfaces. It can also be used on plastic surfaces such as PVC, PC or ABS.

MTN PRO MATT WHITE BASE PRIMER

This is a white acrylic primer with high covering power. It is used as a coating before applying fluorescent, photo luminescent colours or those with low coverage on dark backgrounds. It can also be used as a sealant on very porous surfaces such as wood or clay.

VARNISHES

Varnish is a solution of oils or resins in a solvent that dries when these solvents evaporate. A varnish is used to provide physical and chemical resistance, or to protect objects from the action of atmospheric agents.

You might need to use varnish in different circumstances, such as:

– To protect an object from the weather
– To protect an object or surface from chemical elements
– When you want to change the finish of a paint (e.g. to turn a gloss paint matte)

 

MTN PRO ACRYLIC VARNISH

A very fast-drying varnish. It is used to protect any type of surface. It can be used both indoors and outdoors and in any of its 3 finishes. It does not turn yellow

MTN PRO SYNTHETIC VARNISH

A fast-drying varnish, it is used to protect different surfaces. Excellent resistance to the outdoors in its 3 fiishes. Perfect for wooden surfaces. Tends to turn yellow.

MTN PRO 2K VARNISH

2-component polyurethane varnish. Great resistance to gasoline and chemical products. Excellent response to the outdoors and damp atmospheres. The more coats are applied the glossier the fiish. Apply with protection and in ventilated spaces.

MTN PRO GLITTER VARNISH

A fast-drying, water-based varnish with glitter. Multi-surface (including EPS). Low odour.

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Aerosol Can Recycling

Safely dispose of your unwanted empty aerosols for FREE at any of the 15 Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Permanent Facilities in WA. Check your local facility’s open times to find a time that is convenient for you to drop off your HHW.

You do not need to be a resident of the Local Government managing the HHW Facilities to be able to drop off your HHW for free.

The Program will accept up to 20kg of cans (no business waste accepted).

View further information and drop off locations at www.wastenet.net.au/hhw

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MTN: How to Paint

This fact sheet covers the most basic and important information that you’ll have to take into account to guarantee the success of any project using spray paint.

STEPS TO FOLLOW TO ACHIEVE OPTIMUM RESULTS

When you want to paint a surface, you need to take a few preliminary steps before applying the paint.

Clean the surface, removing traces of dust, grease and rust. Use the right primer for the object you’re going to paint, if necessary.

Shake the can for one minute after hearing the sound of the mixing ball. To improve the mixture and make it easier for the ball to move, turn the can upside down.

Before applying paint to the nal surface, try it out on a test surface to make sure that the paint is well mixed and to get used to the ow of paint from the can.

Apply the paint from a distance of about 20 cm, which may vary depending on the stroke you want or the cap you use.

It’s always advisable to apply several thin layers than fewer thick ones. Be advised that the first layer may not be completely opaque. When applying different layers, always respect the drying times between them.

When you’ve finished painting, turn the can upside down and press the cap for a few seconds. You’ll see that paint gradually stops coming out after a few seconds and it will only spray gas afterwards. This means that both the inner valve and the cap have been cleaned of paint, preventing the can from drying inside and clogging up, so you’ll extend the useful life of both the spray can and the cap.

TROUBLESHOOTING

CRACKING

Cracks may appear due to different reasons like dry weather or incompatibility of paints.

The solution is to respect the drying times of each paint. BUBBLES

Can appear if you paint too close to the object or at high temperatures.

The solution is to apply the paint from the correct distance and not to paint in a space that’s too hot.

DRIPS
Drips can appear for three reasons:

• Buildup of paint

• Painting directly on the object without having done a test before

• Painting without having shaken the spray

To solve this, you have to:

• Paint at the right speed so as not to accumulate paint

• Try out the paint on a test surface or in the air until the colour comes out.

• Shake the spray for 1 minute after hearing the ball inside

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