All surfaces must
be clean, free from loose or peeling paint grease, oil, dirt, rust, mill scale
and other
contaminants.
If this is not adhered to, the drying and adhesion will be adversely effected.
Previously Painted
Surfaces:
Dull any gloss
areas by light sanding to enhance adhesion. If necessary prime with Ronan
Sticktite
White or Prime-All
Wood Surfaces:
Clean to eliminate oil, grease, and other contaminants. Prime with Ronan
Prime All
Metal: Remove
loose rust and scale with a wire brush, steel wool and or sandpaper. All
oil, grease
and contamination
must be removed. Acidic or alkaline surfaces should be neutralized.
Prime with Ronan
Universal Primer.
Galvanized Metal
and Aluminum: Surface should be wiped with a solvent to remove oil &
grease.
A mild solution of
phosphoric acid should be used for etching to achieve a good bond.
If acids are not
available slight surface sanding will be helpful. Prime with Ronan
Universal Primer.
Concrete: A
white powdery deposit (efflorescence) often found on concrete and masonry
surfaces
should be
completely removed with stiff wire brush. New concrete should set for 4 to
6 weeks
before painting.
All concrete surfaces should be etched with a solution of 4 parts water to 1
part
muriatic acid. Let
solution soak on surface for 15 minutes before rinsing with clean water. Allow
48 hours to dry
before painting. Prime with Ronan Prime-All.
MDO Plywood:
Clean surfaces to eliminate oil, grease, and other contaminants. Prime
face with
Prime all.
All edges should be puttied and then primed with 2 coats of Ronan Prime-All.
Masonite:
Clean surfaces to eliminate oil, grease, and other contaminants. Prime
with Prime-All