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Tech Help *
*
the following advice is offered in good faith but does
not constitute a specification & as the conditions & techniques
of application & use are beyond our control, no
liability whatsoever will be accepted on our part for
it's use in full or in part.
Always follow the instructions on the can; follow preparation
guidelines thoroughly - surfaces should always be clean, dry, sound & free
of dust, efflorescence, grease, oil, rust, etc.
The number of coats stated may sometimes seem to be onerous, but these are
the ideal for best overall performance.
CONTENTS
Substrates
Exterior Walls & Masonry
Exterior Woodwork - smooth joinery
-
bare wood = 1x primer + 1x undercoat
+ 3x Gloss paint
-
or
-
3x Exterior woodstain varnish
-
painted wood = 1x undercoat + 3x Gloss
paint
-
or
- varnished wood = 3x Exterior woodstain
varnish
Exterior Woodwork - rough sawn
wood
- 1 or 2 coats Shed & Fence
Treatment
Exterior Bare Ferrous metal - gates, railings,
etc
- 1 or 2 coats Stainblock
+ 3 coats Gloss paint (cast iron raingoods - ask
for advice)
Exterior Painted Metal - gates, railings, etc
- 1x undercoat + 3x Gloss paint
Interior Walls & Ceilings
-
bare plaster/plasterboard = 1x
Plaster Sealer + 2x coats wallpaint*
-
painted walls & ceilings
= 2x coats wallpaint*
-
papered walls & ceilings
= 2x coats wallpaint*
-
lining paper= 2x
coats wallpaint * ; Note: Eggshell & Feng Shui cannot be used directly
onto lining paper - a pre-coat of Soft Sheen is required.
-
* Matt, Soft Sheen,
Eggshell, Feng Shui, Masonry, Super Chalky, Air Purifying
Wallpaint, Cover-Up Matt paint, Ecos Insulating
Wallpaint, are all appropriate.
-
Anti EMR-ELF Paint = 2x coats + 2x
coats Wallpaint finish (any).
Interior Woodwork/Joinery
(not floors or worktops)
- bare wood = 1x Primer + 1x Undercoat
+ 2x coats Finish*
- or
- 2-3x coats Clear
Varnish (minimum)
- or
- 1x clear varnish + 2x Woodstain varnish
(min)
- or
- 1x Woodwash (+ 2x Clear Varnish if
needed)
- painted wood = 1x Undercoat + 2x
Finish*
* suitable paint finishes include Gloss, Satin, Feng
Shui.
Interior Wooden Floors
- bare wood = 3x coats Floor Paint
- or
- 3x coats Clear
Varnish
- or
- 1x Clear Varnish
+ 2x (min) Woodstain Varnish
- or
- 1x Woodwash + 3x
Clear Varnish
- painted wood = 3x coats Floor Paint
Interior Ferrous Metal (not hot)
- bare = 1 or 2x coats Stainblock +
2 coats Finish*
- painted = 1x Undercoat + 2 coats Finish*
* Gloss, Satin, Feng Shui.
Interior Aluminium
- bare or painted = 1x coat Undercoat
+ 2x coats Finish*
*Gloss, Satin, Feng Shui.
Radiators (not storage heaters/steam radiators)
- bare = 2x Stainblock + 2x Finish*
- painted = 1x Undercoat + 2x Finish*
*Radiator paint gloss or satin,
AFR, Feng Shui. (bare
cast iron or shot-blast; please ask for advice).
Interior Concrete Floors
- bare or painted = 3x coats Floor Paint
Interior Tile & Stone Floors
- 1x coat Stone & Tile
Sealer
Interior bare MDF- Ply-Chipboard.
- 1-2x coats MDF Passivator + 2x coats
Satin or Feng Shui
Interior Melamine (not worktops)
Garage/Workshop Bare Concrete Floors (under cover)
- 1 or 2 coats Concrete Sealer
Paths & Patios.
- 1 coat Long-Life Instant Algicide
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FAQ & Hints - Common
Painting Problems to Avoid
These are listed in no particular order but steps
should always be taken to avoid these issues as many
can cause paint problems.
1. Substrates
should be suitable: as
unsound, rusty, damp, or dusty/oily substrates of many
types can cause problems.
Mould - get rid of mould, including spores, by applying diluted bleach solution (about 1:5 in water) - allow it to dry, repeat, allow to dry thoroughly & then paint. Provide ventilation to avoid future excessive condensation.
2. Coverage
over-spreading
or thinning of paint/varnish etc; ie - an insufficient
film build; on Exterior Gloss Paint & Woodstain
varnish, this can lead to premature failure with all
brands of product & on Interior paint/varnish can
lead to poor adhesion.
3. Preparation
poor preparation can
lead to many problems; also - do NOT wipe with a White
Spirit cloth.
4. "Impossible" Substrates
Pre-existing "impossible" substrates;
Distemper, Limewash,Silthane, Teak Oil, Danish Oil,
Linseed Oil, Wax, polish residues, Beeswax, French
Polish, new putty, silicone sealants, low-cost Fillers & Decorators
Caulk, economy texture-finish (ie. imitation "Artex" ) , wallpaper paste/size residues, copper pipes,
galvanized surfaces, glass,tiles;all of these & maybe
more are virtually impossible to treat with all brands
of water-based paints & also with most types of
conventional solvent-based products.
How to remove wallpaper paste & size residues -
Strip off the wallpaper as normal.
wet the wall very thoroughly with warm water + a little detergent.
leave to soak for 20 mins, then re-wet as before & scrub off any paste & size with a nylon bristle brush & plenty of water.
Allow to dry thoroughly before painting.
5. LimePlaster & Cob;
use Matt, SuperChalky
or Cover-Up (all with care !)
6. Sunshine & Heat
painting
in full sunshine - leads to ultra-fast drying & possibly
patchiness & dullness with most brands of paint & varnish.
7. Storing Cold
using
or storing any water-based paint at near-frost temperatures
will cause many problems including solidification,
separation & a dusty discontinuous film if the
product is used.
8. Storing Hot
storing
any paint at high temperatures (eg boiler cupboard)
can cause many problems including ; gellation, bacterial
spoilage (bad odour etc), accelerated can rusting/staining,
separation etc.
9. Equipment
poor
quality / inappropriate brushes & rollers; always
use the right tool for the job. If the equipment is
old, worn out, incorrect, you must buy new - to do
otherwise is a false economy.
10. Wet Edge
always
keep a wet edge as far as is practicable you cannot
leave a job part-finished, even for a few minutes.
always finish a run of paint/varnish/stain, etc at
a natural divide ie - in a corner, or divide; do not
stop painting in the middle of a wall/surface as the
join may be visible.
For the same reason, invisibly "touching-in" or "touching-up" a previously finished area, even with the same tin of paint, is often almost impossible with any brand unless the applicator is very skilled at "feathering-in" as there is no "wet-edge" to work to.
11. Buy enough
always
buy enough product to finish the job, as no two batches
are ever exactly the same - be it paint, fabric,
wallpaper etc, from any supplier.
12. Thinners
wash
equipment with water only - do not use any thinners
or white spirit for washing, thinning, or wiping.
13. Correct Product
use
the appropriate product for the job in hand; interior
wallpaints, for example, will not work well out of
doors.
Mar,
burnish & washability etc;
please be aware that with any brand of paint, the characterisics
of each type of paint are quite different.
Eggshell & Feng Shui, for example, can even be
used inside a shower enclosure, as they are formulated
to be super- washable, whereas matt, for example, is
much less water-resistant
Mar & Burnish - in areas of high traffic, eg
corridor, office, etc - dark colours in Matt paints
- in all brands of paint - can be susceptible to marking
if rubbed/knocked/scraped.
This is called Mar (scraped) or Burnish
(rubbed) & can easily be avoided by the use of
a different type of paint, such as Soft Sheen or Eggshell,
which are much more resistant to mar & burnish & well-suited
to high-traffic areas.
Pale/mid colours & white are generally
unaffected/barely affected.
14. Contamination
do
not rest soap or oil on a painted surface; these
will soften & remove any brand
of paint.
15. Boards
floorboards
and T & G apply along the length of the
boards,not across, as the latter will leave a crossways
mark with any brand of paint/varnish/stain.
16. Primers & Putty
pink
primers in particular are notorious for allowing bleed-through
with many brands of paint; tannelized or pressure-treated
wood cannot be reliably painted with any brand of paint
until the carrier solvent has fully evaporated.Likewise,
Putty must be through-hard before painting.
17. Mixing
do
not mix brands of paint on a job in hand - each manufacturer
has different formulae & colours & some may be
incompatible with each other.
18. Stains
when
painting onto previously stained wood, be aware that
water-based stains can often strike through, necessitating
the use of Stainblock.
19. Knots
seal with two coats of Ecos White Knotting (should be white prior to applying paint).
20. Fillers
we
recommend the brand Polyfilla; all fillers should ideally
be sealed with Ecos Filler Sealer. Omitting this step
can cause visual surface effects & flaking under
severe circumstances.
* We cannot recommend the use of Tetrion brand fillers, OwnBrand Fillers, or Economy or Low Cost Fillers as all can cause problems of flaking, bubbling, disbonding etc, with many types & brands of water-based paints.
21. Bare Plaster
should be dry & dust-free, then sealed with one coat of Ecos Plaster Sealer & allowed to dry thoroughly before painting.
Lime Plaster & Cob - see above.
Ready-mixed plasters: a test area is advisable (as these are proprietary mixtures & not conventional gypsum plasters).
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Product
Labels & Descriptions
1. WOOD PRIMER
| Where to use: |
| Interior & Exterior
bare woodwork |
| Preparation: |
| Ensure that woodwork is sound, smooth, dry
and free of dust, dirt and grease. Knots - treat with two liberal coats of Ecos White Knotting; Fillers -seal with Ecos Filler Sealer.
Bare hardwoods - Ask for advice. |
| Application: |
| Stir gently and thoroughly before use. |
| Apply one coat to bare wood and Allow to
dry at least 6 hours before overcoating. |
| DO NOT THIN. Denib only if necessary. |
| Avoid applying below 5 degrees C. |
Clean equipment and brushes with water.
Normally touch dry in 1-2 hrs. |
| Coverage: |
| Varies with porosity, but one Litre will
cover approximately 12m2 per coat. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash off
splashes with water. Keep out of reach of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS PARK, MIDDLETON
ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM, LANCS. LA3 3PP. |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371 FAX: 0044 (0)
01524 858978 |
| mail@ecospaints.com |
| Index |
2. WATER BASED STAIN-BLOCK (white)
| Where to use: |
| This water based, solvent-free
stainblock is highly effective & has a number of uses
for concealing & blocking out difficult
stains such as rusted metal, rust staining,
tannin staining from hardwoods such as oak
and mahogany, water staining on (for example)
plaster walls & ceilings from leaking roofs,
gutters, cisterns, & many other "difficult
to get rid of" stains. This product will not
block oily or tarry stains such as those from
coal fires (chimney breast) or asphalt. Not
ideal for exterior bare cast iron - ask for
advice. This is the preferred Primer for bare
Iron & Steel. |
| Preparation: |
| The substrate should be
sound, dry, non-dusty, non-oily. Remove any
loose or flaking material. Structural issues
such as efflorescence, water ingress or rising
damp, etc, must be resolved beforehand & re-plastered if needs be.
Metals - rust must be removed. |
| Application: |
Stir gently & thoroughly before use.
Apply one or two medium coats by brush or roller - depending
on the severity of the problem - allow at least
6 hrs between coats. The final coat should
be pure white before recoating. Do not thin.
Avoid applying below 5 degrees centigrade.
Clean equipment & brushes with water. Finish
with any of our standard wall or trim paints - if
in doubt, ask for advice.
Normally touch dry in 1-2 hrs. |
| Coverage: |
| Varies with porosity, but approximately 10-12m2
per litre per coat. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with the skin and eyes - wash
off splashes with water. Keep out of the reach
of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS PARK, MIDDLETON
ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM.LANCS.LA3 3PP |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371 FAX: 0044 (0)
01524 858978 |
| mail@ecospaints.com |
| Index |
3. UNDERCOAT
| Where to use: |
| Interior & exterior primed wood & previously
painted ferrous metals. |
| Preparation: |
| Knots - treat with two liberal coats of Ecos White Knotting; Fillers -seal with Ecos Filler Sealer. Prime bare wood with Ecos Wood Primer.
Ensure that the surface is clean, dry and free
of grease and dust. Stir gently and thoroughly
before use. Rub down if necessary. |
| Application: |
Apply one coat by brush
and allow to dry at least six hours before
overcoating. DO NOT THIN . Denib only if
necessary. Avoid applying below 5c. Clean
equipment & brushes with
water.
Normally touch dry in 1-2 hrs. |
| Coverage: |
| Varies with porosity, but 1 Litre will cover
approximately 12m2/L/coat. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with the skin and eyes - wash
off splashes with water. Keep out of the reach
of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS PARK, MIDDLETON
ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM, LANCS. LA3 3PP. |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371 FAX: 0044 (0)
01524 858978 |
| mail@ecospaints.com |
| Index |
4. GLOSS PAINT (& satin
gloss)
| Where to use: |
| Interior and exterior woodwork and suitably
primed or previously painted metal. (Nb. Satin
gloss for Indoors only ). |
| Preparation: |
| Ensure the surface is
sound, dry and free of dust and grease. Best
results - clean with
a Scotchbrite pad. ECOS will key to most finishes,
but a test area is advisable. Remove dust with
a Tak rag. |
| Application: |
| Stir gently & thoroughly
before use. Apply generously with a well
loaded brush. |
| Bare wood - ensure the
surface is smooth and dust free; best results
are achieved with one coat of ECOS Primer
followed by one coat of ECOS Undercoat and
two coats of ECOS Gloss/Satin Finish. Outdoors - 3
coats of gloss are required. Normally touch dry in 1-2 hrs. |
| Outdoors - 3 coats of
gloss are required. |
| Bare Hardwoods - ask for advice. |
| Knots - treat with two liberal coats of Ecos White Knotting; Fillers -seal with Ecos Filler Sealer. |
| Bare iron and steel - prepare with ECOS Stainblock. |
| NOTE: our gloss may be incompatible with
other primers and undercoats. |
| IMPORTANT: use best quality soft paint brushes
- work progressively along, do not overbrush,
do not lay off, do not go back over painted
areas: do not thin: Allow to dry at least over
night (and preferably 24 hours) between coats.
Avoid applying below 5 degrees C or in direct
sunlight. Clean equipment with water. |
| APPLICATION HINTS: Panelled
doors are best painted in sections e.g. panels,
then rails, then stiles. Large flat areas
(eg plain doors) are best painted with a
gloss roller. Remove door furniture. Hardening
continues for approx 7 - 10 days; avoid wetting & scuffing
for this period. |
| Coverage: |
| Varies with porosity, but on smooth, non
porous surfaces one litre will cover approx
lOm2 /coat. |
| Maintainence: |
| Clean with a damp cloth using dilute mild
detergent. Do not use harsh, abrasive or alkaline
cleaners. Do not allow ponding. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with the skin and eyes - wash
off splashes with water. Keep out of the reach
of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS PARK, MIDDLETON
ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM, LANCS. LA3 3PP. |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371 FAX: 0044 (0)
01524 858978 |
| mail@ecospaints.com |
| Index |
5. FENG SHUI MULTI-SURFACE FINISH
| Where to use: |
| Interior walls, ceilings
and woodwork including doors, frames, cills,
skirting boards, kitchen units, melamine
etc, (not floors). Ecos Feng Shui is a super
- washable low sheen finish. Not ideally
suited for use directly onto lining paper - prime
with one coat of Soft Sheen first. |
| Bare hardwood - ask for advice. |
| Preparation: |
| Surfaces should be clean,
dry and free from dust & grease - if
in doubt clean with a Scotchbrite pad and
rinse well. On bare plaster/plasterboard,
prime with Ecos Plaster Sealer. Abrade
previously painted woodwork & melamine
surfaces lightly to provide a key. Bare
wood - prepare with Ecos Primer.
Knots - treat with two liberal coats of Ecos White Knotting; Fillers -seal with Ecos Filler Sealer. Remove door furniture. |
| Application: |
| Stir gently and thoroughly before use. DO
NOT THIN. Working as quickly as is practicable,
apply where possible by foam roller or gloss
roller (including walls and flat surfaces like
doors). Panelled doors and other profiled woodwork
- use a good quality fibrillated brush. Do
not leave areas part painted. Always keep a
wet edge. Do not layoff. Normally touch dry in 1-2 hrs. |
| Best results are normally
achieved with two coats; dark colours may
need three coats. Melamine surfaces require
adequate thickness (3 coats) for best properties.
Allow to dry at least eight hours between
coats. Do not apply below 5 degrees C. Clean
equipment & brushes
with water. |
| Coverage: |
| On hard non-porous surfaces, coverage is
approx 65m2 /5L/coat. |
| Maintainence: |
| Clean with mild detergent & water;
do not use harsh, abrasive/alkaline cleaners. |
| Health & Safety |
| Avoid contact with the skin and eyes - wash
off splashes with water. Keep out of the reach
of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS PARK, MIDDLETON
ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM, LANCS. LA3 3PP. |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371 FAX: 0044 (0)
01524 858978 |
| mail@ecospaints.com |
| Index |
6. WALL PAINT MATT
| Where to use: |
| Interior walls and ceilings. ECOS Matt gives
a pleasant, washable flat finish. (For areas
of very high humidity, eg. bathrooms - Ecos
Eggshell is recommended). |
| Preparation: |
| Surfaces should be sound,
clean, dry and free from grease. bare plaster/plasterboard
- Prime with ECOS Plaster Sealer. |
| Application: |
| Stir gently and thoroughly before use. APPLICATION
- 2 coats by medium pile roller is generally
best. DO NOT THIN. Avoid temperatures below
5 degrees C and above 20 degrees C. Can be
airless sprayed. |
| DRYING: With good ventilation - is touch
dry within one hour and recoatable after two
hours. Clean equipment with water. |
| Coverage: |
| On hard non-porous surfaces, coverage is
approx 65m2/5L/coat. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin & eyes-wash
off splashes with water. Keep out of reach
of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS PARK, MIDDLETON
ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM, LANCS. LA3 3PP. |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371 FAX: 0044 (0)
01524 858978 |
| mail@ecospaints.com |
| Index |
7. WALL PAINT - SOFT SHEEN
| Where to use: |
| Interior walls and ceilings. ECOS Soft Sheen
gives a pleasant, washable sheen finish. (For
areas of high humidity - kitchens and bathrooms
- Ecos Eggshell is recommended). |
| Preparation: |
| Surfaces should be clean,
dry and free from grease. bare plaster/plasterboard
- Prime with ECOS Plaster Sealer. |
| Application: |
| Stir gently and thoroughly before use. |
| 2 coats by medium pile roller is generally
best. DO NOT THIN. Avoid temperatures below
5 degrees C and above 20 degrees C. Can be
airless sprayed. |
| DRYING - With good ventilation - is touch
dry within one hour and recoatable after two
hours. Clean equipment with water. |
| Coverage: |
| On hard non-porous surfaces, coverage is
approx 65m2/5L /coat. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin & eyes-wash
off splashes with water. Keep out of reach
of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS PARK, MIDDLETON
ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM, LANCS. LA3 3PP. |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371 FAX: 0044 (0)
01524 858978 |
| mail@ecospaints.com |
| Index |
8. SUPER CHALKY WALLPAINT
| Where to use: |
| Interior walls and ceilings. An ultra-matt
chalky designer finish in the rustic Mediterranean
style. |
| Preparation: |
| Surfaces should be clean,
dry and free from grease & dust. New
plaster/plasterboard - prime with ECOS Plaster
Sealer. |
| Application: |
| Stir gently and thoroughly before use. |
| Application - ideally by medium pile roller.
DO NOT THIN. Avoid temperatures below 5 degrees
C and above 20 degrees C. |
| Drying - with good ventilation - is touch
dry within one hour and recoatable after two
hours. Clean equipment with water. |
| Coverage: |
| On hard non-porous surfaces coverage is approx
50m2 /5L / coat. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin & eyes-wash
off splashes with water. Keep out of reach
of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS PARK, MIDDLETON
ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM, LANCS. LA3 3PP. |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371 FAX: 0044 (0)
01524 858978 |
| mail@ecospaints.com |
| Index |
9. WALL PAINT - EGGSHELL
| Where to use: |
| Interior walls and ceilings
- particularly kitchens and bathrooms and
other areas where steam and condensation
are a problem. Ecos Eggshell gives a washable
low sheen finish. Not ideally suited for
use directly onto lining paper - a coat of
Soft Sheen to seal first is needed. |
| Preparation: |
| Surfaces should be clean,
dry, sound and free from grease. If in doubt
clean with sugar soap and rinse well. Remove
all soft, dusty and loose material and abrade
lightly to a feathered edge and to provide
a key. On bare plaster/plasterboard, prime
with Ecos Plaster Sealer. Fillers - seal
with Ecos Filler Sealer. |
| Application: |
| STIR GENTLY AND THOROUGHLY
BEFORE USE. DO NOT THIN. Apply where possible
by narrow (6-7 inch) foam or fine pile "gloss" roller.
Do not layoff. Do not go back over painted
areas. Do not over spread. Best results are
normally achieved with two coats. Allow six
hours between coats. Do not apply below 5
degrees C. Can be airless sprayed. Clean
equipment with water. Normally touch dry in 1-2 hrs. |
| Coverage: |
| On hard non-porous surfaces, coverage is
approx.65m2/5L /coat. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin & eyes-wash
off splashes with water. Keep out of reach
of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS PARK, MIDDLETON
ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM, LANCS. LA3 3PP. |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371 FAX: 0044 (0)
01524 858978 |
| mail@ecospaints.com |
| Index |
10. ATMOSPHERE PURIFYING WALLPAINT (PATENT PENDING)
| Where to use: |
| Interior walls and ceilings.
ECOS Atmosphere gives a pleasant, wipeable
matt finish. Not ideal for areas subject
to very frequent wetting.Removes VOCs & Formaldehyde
down to ~ 1 PPM. |
| Preparation: |
| Surfaces should be clean,
dry and free from grease. bare plaster/plasterboard
- prime with ECOS Plaster Sealer. |
| Application: |
| Stir gently and thoroughly before use. Apply
by brush or roller. DO NOT THIN. Avoid temperatures
below 5 degrees C and above 20 degrees C. Can
be airless sprayed. DRYING - with good ventilation
- is touch dry within one hour and recoatable
after two hours. Clean equipment with water. |
| Coverage: |
| On hard non-porous surfaces coverage is approx
60m2/5L/coat. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Health & Safety: Avoid contact with skin & eyes-wash
off splashes with water. Keep out of reach
of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS PARK, MIDDLETON
ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM, LANCS. LA3 3PP. |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371 FAX: 0044 (0)
01524 858978 |
| mail@ecospaints.com |
| Index |
11. ANTI EMR / ELF RADIATION SHIELDING WALLPAINT
| Where to use: |
| Interior walls and ceilings:
This super-conductive
wallpaint uses non toxic nickel pigment
to provide a shield against EMR & ELF
electrical radiations in the home and workplace. |
| Preparation: |
| Surfaces must be clean, dry
and free of grease. Remove all loose and
flaking material and, if previously wallpapered,
remove all traces of paste and size. New
plaster/plasterboard - prime with Ecos plaster
sealer. This product can be painted directly
onto wallpaper but this is not recommended
as the product is intended to be a permanent
structural feature. |
| Application: |
| * First - please read the EMR / ELF USERS
GUIDE. |
| Stir gently and thoroughly
before use. Apply in two medium coats with
a 6 - 9" foam or short
pile gloss roller, ensure the first coat is
fully dry before recoating (min 4hrs). Normally touch dry in 1-2 hrs. |
| DO NOT THIN. Avoid temperatures below 5 and
above 20 degrees C. Clean equipment with water. |
| Coverage: |
| Applied as directed on
a flat non porous surface, coverage is approx
14sq/m / L per coat. One 5L can should be
sufficient for an average size room (14x12x8)
- 2 medium coats. Once the ELF shielding
wallpaint is dry it can be finished by overcoating
with any of our wallpaints and once earthed
the shielding paint is activated against
both EMR & ELF
radiations; if protection is needed against
EMR only (microwaves, mobile masts etc) then
earthing is not necessary. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin & eyes-wash
off splashes with water. Keep out of reach
of children. |
| DO NOT SWALLOW. Wash hands thoroughly before
eating, drinking etc. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS PARK, MIDDLETON
ROAD, |
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12. MDF PASSIVATING PRIMER
| Where to use: |
| Interior bare MDF & other similar wood
products including ply, prior to painting.
Absorbs formaldehyde & other VOCs down
to approx 1 ppm. |
| Preparation: |
| Ensure that the surface is clean, dry and
free of grease and dust. Stir gently and thoroughly
before use. |
| Application: |
| Apply one or two coats
by brush or roller and allow to dry at least
two hours before overcoating. DO NOT THIN
. Denib only if necessary. Avoid applying
below 5c & above 20c. Clean
equipment & brushes with water. Slight
discolouration of this white paint by some
grades of MDF does not affect the performance. Normally touch dry in 1-2 hrs. |
| Coverage: |
| Varies with porosity, but 1 Litre will cover
approximately 12m2/L/coat. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash off
splashes with water. Keep out of reach of children. |
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| Index |
13. ECOS FILLER SEALER
| Where to use: |
| This is a clear & colourless liquid used
on top of Fillers to seal, particularly before
the use of Gloss, Satin, Feng Shui or Eggshell
paint systems. We recommend the Polyfilla brand
of fillers & specifically cannot recommend
the use of any "Own Brand" or Tetrion brand
fillers. |
| Preparation: |
| Abrade the dry filler
to a flat surface & brush/wipe
free of dust. |
| Application: |
| Apply thinly over all
areas of fillers BEFORE priming or otherwise
painting & allow to
dry thoroughly before overcoating ( min 3 hrs
). Normally touch dry in 1-2 hrs. |
| Coverage: |
| Approx 10M2 / L / coat |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash off
splashes with water. Keep out of reach of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
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| Index |
14. CLEAR VARNISH
| Where to use: |
| AlI interior woodwork including
floors. (not for worktops) |
| Preparation: |
| Ensure the wood is clean, dry, dust free
and free of oil and wax. If in doubt, clean
with sugar soap. Previously varnished wood
- ECOS will key to most varnishes but a test
area is always advisory. A light sanding of
a previously varnished area is usually beneficial.
Remove dust with a Tak rag. |
| Application: |
| Stir gently and thoroughly before use. Use
best quality soft paint brushes. Large areas-
a foam roller is ideal. Work progressively
along the grain with a well loaded brush or
roller. |
| IMPORTANT- Do not thin.
Do not over - brush. Do not layoff. Avoid
going back over painted areas. Best results
are normally achieved with two or three coats;
floors - three coats minimum; denib between
if needed. Allow at least 8 hours ( & preferably 24 hours) between coats.
Avoid temperatures below 5 degrees C and above
20 degrees C. Clean equipment with water .
This product continues to harden for 7-10 days;
do not wash, do not scuff & preferably
do not allow wetting for this curing period. Normally touch dry in 1-2 hrs. |
| Coverage: |
| Coverage varies considerably with porosity.
As a guide only, one litre will cover approx.
1Om2/L /coat |
| Maintainence: |
| Clean with a damp cloth using dilute mild
detergent. Do not use harsh, abrasive or alkaline
cleaners. DO NOT ALLOW PONDING. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash off
splashes with water. Keep out of reach of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
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ROAD, |
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| Index |
15. WOODSTAIN VARNISH
| Where to use: |
| AlI interior woodwork including floors. (not for worktops) |
| Preparation: |
| Ensure the wood is clean, dry, dust free
and free of oil and wax. If in doubt, clean
with sugar soap. Previously varnished wood
- ECOS will key to most varnishes but a test
area is always advisory. A light sanding of
a previously varnished area is usually beneficial. |
| Bare wood - prepare with
one coat of Clear Ecos Varnish. |
| * Remove dust with a Tak rag. |
| Application: |
| Stir gently and thoroughly before use. Use
best quality soft paint brushes. Large areas-
a foam roller is ideal. Work progressively
along the grain with a well loaded brush or
roller. |
| IMPORTANT- Do not thin.
Do not over - brush. Do not layoff. Avoid
going back over painted areas. Best results
are normally achieved with two or three coats;
floors - three coats minimum; denib between
if needed. Allow at least 8 hours ( & preferably 24 hours) between coats.
Avoid temperatures below 5 degrees C and above
20 degrees C. Clean equipment with water .
This product continues to harden for 7-10 days;
do not wash, do not scuff & preferably
do not allow wetting for this curing period. Normally touch dry in 1-2 hrs. |
| Coverage: |
| Coverage varies considerably with porosity.
As a guide only, one litre will cover approx.
1Om2/L /coat |
| Maintainence: |
| Clean with a damp cloth using dilute mild
detergent. Do not use harsh, abrasive or alkaline
cleaners. DO NOT ALLOW PONDING. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash off
splashes with water. Keep out of reach of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
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ROAD, |
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| Index |
16. RADIATOR PAINT
| Where to use: |
| Previously painted or primed domestic central
heating radiators.(Electric, storage or steam
radiators etc. ask for advice). |
| *Not suitable for bare copper. |
| Preparation: |
| Surfaces should be cold, clean, dry and free
from rust, grease and polish residues. If in
doubt clean with detergent or sugarsoap and
Scotchbrite plastic scouring pad. Rinse and
dry thoroughly. All bare metal should be primed
with two thin coats of ECOS Stainblock. |
| Note: Bare cast iron or blast-cleaned radiators-ask
for advice. |
| Application: |
| Stir gently and thoroughly before use. Use
best quality soft paint brushes. Work progressively
along the radiator. Best results are normally
achieved with two medium coats. |
| IMPORTANT: Do not over - brush. Do not layoff.
Do not go back over painted areas. Do not thin.
Paint only onto cold radiators - do not force-dry.
Radiators can be put back into service only
when the paint film is dry. Normally touch dry in 1-2 hrs. |
| Allow at least 8 hours between coats. Avoid
temperatures below 5 degrees C and above 25
degrees C. Clean equipment with water. |
| Coverage: |
| Approximately 1Om2/ L / coat. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash off
splashes with water. Keep out of reach of children. |
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ROAD, |
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| Index |
17. EXTERIOR WOODSTAIN VARNISH
| Where to use: |
| Exterior woodwork - doors, window frames,
joinery, etc. Not suited to teak or similar
oily woods, decking or furniture. |
| Preparation: |
Ensure the wood is clean, dry, dust-free
and free of oil and wax. Round off any sharp
edges with sandpaper. Previously varnished
wood - ECOS will key to most finishes but a
test area is recommended. A light sanding of
previously varnished areas is usually beneficial.
Remove all loose and flaking varnish with medium
grade abrasive paper and feather in edges.
Bare wood - for optimum colour evenness, seal with one coat of Ecos (interior satin) plain varnish. |
| Application: |
| Stir gently and thoroughly before use. Use
best quality soft paint brushes. Work progressively
along the grain with a well loaded brush. Normally touch dry in 1-2 hrs. |
| IMPORTANT - Do not thin. Do not overbrush.
Do not layoff. Avoid going back over painted
areas. Best results are normally achieved with
3 coats. Do not use in direct sunlight / on
hot surfaces.Allow to dry overnight (and preferably
24 hours) between coats. Avoid temperatures
below 5 degrees and above 20 degrees C. Clean
equipment with water. |
| Coverage: |
| Coverage varies considerably with porosity.
As a guide only, coverage is approx 10 M2 per
litre per coat. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash off
splashes with water. Keep out of reach of children. |
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ROAD, |
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| Index |
18. FLOOR PAINT( satin & gloss)
| Where to use: |
| Interior wooden floors
(not Teak or other oily woods) and dry concrete
floors (not subject to wetting): Hardwoods - ask
for advice. |
| Preparation: |
| Wooden floors - Ensure
the surface is sound, dry and free of dust,
wax, & grease. For
best results clean with a Scotchbrite pad & detergent.
This product is suitable for direct application
onto bare wood. |
| Knots - treat with two liberal coats of Ecos White Knotting; Fillers -seal with Ecos Filler Sealer. |
| Bare concrete floors must
be dry, non-dusty & free
of laitence. Previously painted floors must
be clean, dry & free of loose or flaking
paint & free of polish/wax residues - if
in doubt clean with a Scotchbrite pad & sugar
soap & rinse well. Ecos Floor Paint will
key to most finishes, but a test area is always
advisable. Remove dust with a Tak rag. |
| Application: |
| Stir gently & thoroughly before use.
Apply generously with a well loaded brush or
a narrow ( 6-7") gloss roller. Normally touch dry in 1-2 hrs. |
| Floorboards - work along
the length of the boards, not across. On
floors a minimum of 3 coats are needed. |
| IMPORTANT - use best quality
soft paint brushes / rollers; - work progressively
along, do not overbrush, do not lay off,
do not go back over wet or drying painted
areas: do not thin: Allow to dry at least
over night (and preferably 24 hours) between
coats. Avoid applying below 5 degrees C & above 25c or in direct sunlight.
Clean equipment with water. Hardening continues
for approx 7 - 10 days; avoid wetting & scuffing
for this period. |
| Coverage: |
| Varies with porosity, but on smooth, non
porous surfaces is approx lOm2/ L/coat. |
| Maintainence: |
| Clean with a damp cloth using dilute mild
detergent. Do not use harsh, abrasive or alkaline
cleaners. Do not allow ponding. Do not use
floor waxes or other treatments. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash off
splashes with water. Keep out of reach of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
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ROAD, |
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| Index |
19. M16 LONG LIFE INSTANT ALGICIDE
| Description: |
| Water based low toxicity
algal, slime, lichen & moss
remover for patios, paths, stonework, paving,
slates, walls, brickwork, concrete etc and
timber. |
| Simple and easy to use - simply apply and
leave to work, no scrubbing necessary. |
| Contains no toxic algicides - kind to the
environment. |
| No restrictions on residues entering drains
and water courses. Gives excellent long-term
protection against re-growth, normally for
upto 6 - 9 months. |
| The special ingredients
bond with the surface to which they are applied & become
an intrinsic part of the structure below,
making re-growth very difficult. |
| Directions for use: |
| Apply in DRY weather
when the surface is totally dry - by brush,
roller or preferably garden spray and leave
to work. A noticeable "seaweed" smell
is normal & indicative of die-back. Depending
on the weather and the level of algal growth,
the algae will be destroyed instantly & disappears
by weathering & erosion over several days.
DO NOT RINSE OFF. Do not use when rain is forecast. |
| IMPORTANT- may be slippery underfoot until
the algae is removed/destroyed. |
| If contamination is particularly heavy a
second application may be needed after several
days. |
| Precautions: |
| The product is alkaline and must be prevented
from coming into contact with eyes - suitable
eye protection should be worn. It is recommended
that the product does not come into contact
with skin. Wear gloves or wash off any splashes
quickly. Whilst the product can be sprayed
this should only be carried out by NON-MISTING,
NON AEROSOL low pressure liquid garden spray
under conditions that ensure the control of
overspray due to the alkaline nature of the
product. |
| DO NOT ALLOW TO COME INTO CONTACT WITH CLOTHING,
FURNISHINGS OR CARPETS AS DAMAGE MAY RESULT
- nb. CONTAINS BLEACHING AGENTS. |
| KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. |
| Harmless to plants & animals once dried & used
as directed. |
| Usage - 5 to 15 square metres per litre depending
on substrate porosity. |
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| Index |
20. DECORATIVE SHED & FENCE
TREATMENT
| PROTECT
FROM FROST |
| HARMLESS
TO PLANTS, PETS & ANIMALS. |
| Where to use: |
| All exterior rough or planed timber including
fences, sheds, gates, trellises, pergolas,
etc. Not for decking. |
| NOTE: This superior quality product has been
specially formulated to inhibit mould and algal
growth, but in keeping with our environmental
credentials CONTAINS NO TOXIC ALGICIDES OR
FUNGICIDES and so it is not suitable for areas
which are permanently wet. |
| Preparation: |
| Surfaces must be sound,
clean, surface dry and free of fungal/algal
growth; any such growth should be pre-treated
with ECOS LONG-LIFE INSTANT ALGICIDE & allowed
to weather for a period of four days then
loose material removed with a stiff brush. |
| Application: |
| Important - Stir very well before use and
occasionally during use. Apply generously by
brush & allow six hours between coats.
Do not apply when the surface or air temperature
is below 5 degrees c or above 25c or in direct
sunshine. Do not apply if there is a risk of
rain or frost. Clean equipment with water. Normally touch dry in 1-2 hrs. |
| Coverage: |
| Depends on porosity, but between 20- 40m2/5L/coat
(approx seven fence panel sides 6'x 6'). |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash off
splashes with water. Keep out of reach of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
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| Index |
21. SMOOTH MASONRY PAINT
| Where to use: |
For Exterior & Interior
use on all masonry including stone, cement,
render, brick, concrete etc,
Not Floors. |
| NOTE: this superior quality product has been
specially formulated to inhibit mould and algal
growth, but in keeping with our environmental
credentials CONTAINS NO ALGICIDE and so is
not suitable for areas which are permanently
wet. |
| Preparation: |
| Surfaces should be sound,
clean, dry and free from dirt, loose & flaking material & fungal/algal
growth; such growth should be pre-treated with
Ecos Long Life Instant Algicide, allowed to
stand for a period of four days minimum, then
loose detritus removed by a stiff brush. Soft
or crumbly substrates - pre- treat with ECOS
Stabilizer. |
| Application: |
| Stir gently and thoroughly before use |
| Apply generously by brush, roller or airless
spray. Normally touch dry in 1-2 hrs. |
| DO NOT THIN - Best results are normally achieved
with two coats. |
| Allow minimum of six hours between coats. |
| DO NOT APPLY WHEN THE SURFACE OR AIR TEMPERATURE
IS BELOW 5c or in direct sunshine. |
| DO NOT APPLY IF THERE IS A RISK OF RAIN OR
FROST. Clean equipment with water. |
| Coverage: |
| Varies with porosity but normally lies within
the range of 3O- 45m2/5L /coat. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash off
splashes with water. Keep out of reach of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
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ROAD, |
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| Index |
22. M23 PLASTER SEALER
| Where to use: |
| for Interior use, for sealing
new, bare plaster/plasterboard prior to painting
or wallpapering. Does not greatly alter the
appearance of the plaster once dry. |
| Application: |
| Shake the product before use. Ensure that
the plaster is dry and dust free, non greasy,
and clean. Do not apply below 5 degrees C.
Apply by brush, roller etc. Spread so as to
give an even, thin coverage. Allow to dry thoroughly
before painting or papering. Normally touch dry in 1-2 hrs. |
| Drying Times: |
| This is highly dependent
on the conditions of use, but normal drying
is in the range of 2-12 hours (depending
on the porosity of the plaster & local ventilation & temperature). |
| Coverage: |
| Depends on the porosity of the plaster but
in most applications, the coverage will be
in the range of 30-70m2/5L/coat: normally only
one coat is needed. |
| Clean Up: |
| Clean equipment with warm water. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash off
splashes with water. Keep out of reach of children. |
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| Index |
23. STORM SEAL
WATER REPELLENT.
| Where to use: |
| This solvent-free silicone water
repellent is for use on porous exterior
concrete, masonry, brickwork, stonework,
mortar, rendering, etc. |
| Helps avoid frost damage and spalling on
brickwork, render, etc. |
| Does not alter the appearance of the substrate. |
| Preparation: |
| Ensure the surface is dry and remove as much
loose, flaking, or dusty material as possible. |
| Shake or stir before use. Normally touch dry in 1-2 hrs. |
| Apply one coat by brush, roller or spray.
DO NOT THIN. |
| Do not apply when rain or frost is expected. |
| Avoid use below 5 degrees C. |
| Clean equipment with water. |
| Coverage: |
| Varies with porosity, but approx 30-70m2/5L/coat. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash off
splashes with water. Keep out of reach of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
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| Index |
24. STABILIZER
| Where to use: |
| As a sealer-stabilizer pre-treatment before
painting; for porous exterior and interior
concrete, masonry, brickwork, mortar, render,
plaster etc. |
| Preparation: |
| Ensure the surface is dry and remove as
much loose, flaking or dusty material as possible. |
| Application: |
| Shake or stir before use. |
| Apply one coat by brush, roller or spray.
DO NOT THIN. Normally touch dry in 1-2 hrs. |
| Allow to dry thoroughly before overcoating. |
| Do not apply when rain or frost are expected. |
| Avoid use below 5c, above
25c & in direct
sunlight |
| Clean equipment with water. |
| Coverage: |
| Varies with porosity, but approx. 30-70 M2/5L. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash off
splashes with water. Keep out of reach of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
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ROAD, |
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| Index |
25. AFR ANTI-FORMALDEHYDE
RADIATOR PAINT
| PROTECT
FROM FROST |
| *
absorbs 98- 99% formaldehyde down to ~ 1 ppm |
| Where to use: |
| Previously painted or primed domestic central
heating radiators. (Electric, storage or steam
radiators etc. ask for advice). |
| *Not suitable for bare copper. |
| Preparation: |
| Surfaces should be cold, clean, dry and free
from rust, grease and polish residues. If in
doubt clean with detergent / sugarsoap and
Scotchbrite plastic scouring pad. Rinse and
dry thoroughly. All bare metal should be primed
with two thin coats of ECOS Stainblock. |
| Note:Bare cast iron or blast-cleaned radiators-ask
for advice. |
| Application: |
| Stir gently and thoroughly before use. Use
best quality soft paint brushes. Work progressively
along the radiator. Best results are normally
achieved with two medium coats. |
| IMPORTANT: Do not over - brush. Do not layoff.
Do not go back over painted areas. Do not thin.
Paint only onto cold radiators - do not force-dry.
Radiators can be put back into service only
when the paint film is dry. Normally touch dry in 1-2 hrs. |
| Allow at least 8 hours between coats. Avoid
temperatures below 5 degrees C and above 25
degrees C. Clean equipment with water. |
| Overcoating - if a coloured
finish is required, finish with Ecos Satin-Gloss
or Feng Shui systems. |
| Coverage: |
| Approximately 1Om2/ L / coat. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash off
splashes with water. Keep out of reach of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
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ROAD, |
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| Index |
26. WOODWASH
| Where to use: |
| All interior bare wood - doors, panelling,
skirting boards, furniture, floorboards etc. |
| A protective Varnish
coat is not normally required except in areas
of wear or wetness e.g bathrooms, floorboards,
table tops etc - then
finish with one or two coats of ECOS satin,
matt or gloss varnish. (floors: 3 coats ). |
| Preparation: |
| The wood surface must be BARE; clean and
non greasy. Sand along the grain with fine
emery / sandpaper. |
| Dampen the wood (but not veneered wood),
allow to dry and sand smooth again. Thoroughly
remove dust, with eg Tak rag. |
| Application: |
| Stir very well before use and occasionally
during use. Using a good quality well loaded
brush work quickly along the grain and lay-off
in one direction along the grain. Practice
on waste wood or unobtrusive area first. |
| The woodwash "limed" effect
fully appears on drying. Drying time is approximately
3 hours. |
| Allow to dry thoroughly between coats. Do
not apply below 5c or above 25c. |
| Clean equipment with water. |
| Coverage: |
| Varies considerably with porosity, but as
a guide 1 litre will cover approximately 12~18m2 |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash off
splashes with water. Keep out of reach of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
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ROAD, |
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| Index |
27. WOOD GLUE
| PROTECT
FROM FROST |
| Totally
free of solvents, VOCs, formaldehyde etc. |
| Where to use: |
| Interior woodwork, joinery,
wooden floor tiles & laminates, floorboards, cork sheeting & tiles
etc. Can also be used for paper, card, carpet,
fabric, etc. Not suitable for teak or other
oily woods or asphalt-sealed surfaces. Can
be used on unsealed chipboard, hardboard, cement
screed & concrete substrates. |
| Preparation: |
| Ensure that the surfaces
to be joined are clean, dry, non-dusty & free of oil & wax.
Previously varnished surfaces can also often
be joined, but a thorough rub down with emery/glass
paper is essential & a test area is advised.
Dusty concrete/cement floors may need to be
sealed: ask for advice. |
| Application: |
| Flooring - best applied
to the substrate with a notching tool - (ideally
approx. 3mm at 10mm centres) - once spread,
the adhesive should remain "wet" & workable for approx.
20 mins, but this does depend in part on the
absorbency of the materials involved - if in
doubt, a test area is advised - Only cover
an area which can be finished within this timeframe.
Press the floorcovering firmly into place.
Remove traces of wet adhesive with a damp cloth.
Avoid use in temperatures below 5 &above
25 degrees centigrade or in direct sunlight. |
| Joinery - use as normal,
apply with a brush or knife/spatula; preferably
clamp until hard dry (min. 8 hrs). Remove
excess with a damp cloth. |
| Coverage: |
| Varies considerably with the absorbency of
the materials to be joined, but approx. 4m2/
L. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash off
splashes with water. Keep out of reach of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS PARK, MIDDLETON
ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM, LANCS. LA3 3PP. |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371 FAX: 0044 (0)
01524 858978 |
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| Index |
28. SEALER FOR STONE & TILE FLOORS & WORKTOPS
| Attributes: |
| This odourless, solvent
free sealer offers unrivalled protection
for plain or rough stone & tile
floors, worktops, splashbacks & other stone & tile
surfaces as it does not noticeably change the
appearance or colour of the surface once dry & has
no shine. It sheds water & mud & protects
against most food stains including tea, coffee,
red wine, cordial, blackcurrant & other
fruit juices, milk, sauces, curry, ketchup,
etc. note: It offers only minimal protection
against oily/greasy stains. It is entirely
non-toxic. |
| Where to use: |
| Plain and rough stone & unglazed tiles
including terracotta, slate, limestone, marble,
sandstone, reconstituted stones & tiles
etc and also the cement /grout used
in-between. Not ideally suited to polished
granite or similar. |
| Preparation: |
| Ensure the surface is sound, dry, non-dusty,
non-greasy. If in doubt as to the suitability
of this product, a test area on scrap or spare
tile/stone is highly recommended. |
| Application: |
| Shake or stir before use. Apply one thin
coat by spray, brush, roller, squeegee or sponge
- depending on the porosity of the substrate.
Do not allow ponding of the product. |
| Remove any surface residual liquid straight
away with a sponge or cloth. Dries in approx
1 - 2 hours depending on local ventilation. |
| Clean equipment with water. |
| Coverage: |
| Varies considerably with the porosity of
the substrate, but is normally in the range
5 m2/ L/coat - (for terracotta, sandstone,
or similar) to 14m2/ L /coat - (for slate,
marble, limestone etc). These figures are for
guidance only. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash off
splashes with water. Keep out of reach of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS PARK, MIDDLETON
ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM, LANCS. LA3 3PP. |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371 FAX: 0044 (0)
01524 858978 |
| mail@ecospaints.com |
| Index |
29. M22 CONCRETE SEALER FOR FLOORS
| An
anti-dusting consolidating washable interior
sealer for concrete floors; - garages, workshops,
industrial premises etc. |
| Directions For Use: |
| Stir the product well before use. Ensure
that the floor is dry and dust free, non-greasy,
and clean. Do not apply below 5 degrees C.
Apply by brush, roller etc. Spread so as to
give an even coverage; do not allow ponding
of the product, spread out to cover thinly.
Allow to dry thoroughly before recoating. Second
coat apply as before. Apply thinly, do not
allow ponding. |
| Drying time is highly dependent on the conditions
of use, but normal drying is in the range of
2-12 hours. |
| Ensure adequate ventilation to allow thorough
drying |
| Coverage: |
| Depends on the porosity of the concrete but
in most applications, the coverage (for a full
two coat system) will be in the range 20- 50
M2 / 5L.Clean equipment with warm water. |
| Maintenance: |
| Clean with water & mild
detergent; do not use alkaline cleaners or
bleach, etc. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash off
splashes with water. Keep out of reach of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS PARK, MIDDLETON
ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM, LANCS. LA3 3PP. |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371 FAX: 0044 (0)
01524 858978 |
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| Index |
30. M17 ECOSTRIP PAINT STRIPPER
| FULLY BIODEGRADABLE |
| DCM - METHYLENE CHLORIDE FREE |
| PH NEUTRAL |
| FOR GLOSS PAINT AND VARNISH REMOVAL - NOT WALLPAINTS |
| PROTECT
FROM FROST |
| Direstion Of Use: |
| Compared to normal paint strippers, this
product is very mild but effective. |
| Wear rubber gloves and safety glasses. |
| Ensure good ventilation, shake well, apply
generously with a brush. |
| Allow to penetrate for
20- 30 minutes minimum or until the whole
coating swells and wrinkles. Remove the wrinkled
coating with a scraper & dispose
of all residues with your normal household
waste. Re-apply if necessary. |
| Clean off thoroughly with
plenty of water & nylon
bristle scrubbing brush. |
| Allow to dry thoroughly before recoating. |
| Hazards Identification: |
| Irritating to the eyes and skin. |
| First Aid Measures: |
| EYES: - Promptly wash
eyes with lots water & seek
medical attention if any discomfort persists. |
| SKIN: - Promptly wash contaminated skin with
soap, or mild detergent and water. |
| INGESTION: - Never make an unconscious person
vomit or drink fluids. |
| *Get medical attention. |
| WARNING: Keep out of reach of children. Do
not swallow.Keep away from heat and flame.Avoid
contact with skin and eyes. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS PARK, MIDDLETON
ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM, LANCS. LA3 3PP. |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371 FAX: 0044 (0)
01524 858978 |
| mail@ecospaints.com |
| Index |
31. WALL PAINT - FIREWALL
MATT
| Where to use: |
Interior walls and ceilings.
ECOS Firewall gives a pleasant, wipeable
flat finish. Suitable for all such flame
retardant - fire retardant
applications including enclosed vertical exitways.
ASTM E - 84 class 1 rated. |
| Preparation: |
| Surfaces should be sound,
clean, dry and free from grease. bare plaster/plasterboard
- Prime with ECOS Plaster Sealer. |
| Application: |
| Stir gently and thoroughly before use. APPLICATION
- 2 coats by medium pile roller is generally
best. DO NOT THIN. Avoid temperatures below
5 degrees C and above 20 degrees C. Can be
airless sprayed. Can be brushed. Normally touch dry in 1-2 hrs. |
| Drying: |
| With good ventilation is touch dry within
one hour and recoatable after two hours. Clean
equipment with water. |
| Coverage: |
| On hard non-porous surfaces, coverage is
approx 65m2/5L/coat. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash off
splashes with water. Keep out of reach of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS PARK, MIDDLETON
ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM, LANCS. LA3 3PP. |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371 FAX: 0044 (0)
01524 858978 |
| mail@ecospaints.com |
| Index |
32. COVER-UP WALLPAINT MATT
| Where to use: |
| Interior walls & ceilings. This Ultra-Matt
Wallpaint is ideal for hiding & concealing
minor & moderate surface imperfections & hairline
cracks. |
| Preparation: |
| Surfaces should be sound,
clean, dry and free from grease. bare plaster/plasterboard-
Prime with ECOS Plaster Sealer. |
| Application: |
| Stir gently and thoroughly before use. APPLICATION
- 2 coats by medium pile roller is generally
best. DO NOT THIN. Avoid temperatures below
5 degrees C and above 20 degrees C. Can be
airless sprayed. Can be brushed with care. |
| Drying: |
| With good ventilation - is touch dry within
one hour and recoatable after two hours. Clean
equipment with water. |
| Coverage: |
| On hard non-porous surfaces, coverage is
approx 50m2/5L/coat. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash off
splashes with water. Keep out of reach of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS PARK, MIDDLETON
ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM, LANCS. LA3 3PP. |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371 FAX: 0044 (0)
01524 858978 |
| mail@ecospaints.com |
| Index |
33. ECOS INSULATING
WALLPAINT
| Where to use: |
| Interior walls and ceilings.
An ultra-matt insulating wallpaint. |
| Preparation: |
| Surfaces should be clean,
dry and free from grease & dust. Bare
plaster/plasterboard - prime with ECOS
Plaster Sealer. |
| Application: |
| Stir gently and thoroughly
before use. Application - ideally by medium
pile roller. DO NOT THIN. Avoid temperatures
below 5 degrees C and above 25 degrees
C. DRYING - with good ventilation - is
touch dry within one hour and recoatable
after two hours. Clean equipment with water. |
| Drying: |
| With good ventilation -
is touch dry within one hour and recoatable
after two hours. Clean equipment with water. |
| Coverage: |
On hard non-porous surfaces
coverage is approx 50m2 /5L / coat.
Health & Safety: Avoid contact with
skin & eyes-wash off splashes with
water. Keep out of reach of children. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin
and eyes. Wash off splashes with water.
Keep out of reach of children. |
| ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS
PARK, MIDDLETON ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM, LANCS. LA3 3PP. |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371
FAX: 0044 (0) 01524 858978 |
| mail@ecospaints.com |
| Index |
34. WALL PRIMER
PROTECT
FROM FROST
| Where to use: |
| Interior Walls & Ceilings - for priming & sealing dry bare plaster & plasterboard prior to painting. |
| Application: |
Stir thoroughly before use. Ensure that the plaster is dry and dust free, non greasy, and clean. Do not apply below 5 degrees C.
Apply by brush, roller etc. Spread so as to give an even, thin coverage. Allow to dry thoroughly before painting |
Drying Times |
| This is highly dependent on the conditions of use, but normal drying is in the range of 1 - 4 hours (depending on the porosity of the plaster & local ventilation & temperature). |
| Coverage: |
Depends on the porosity of the plaster but in most applications, the coverage will be in the range of 30-50m2/5L/coat: normally only one coat is needed. |
Clean Up |
Clean equipment with warm water. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin
and eyes. Wash off splashes with water.
Keep out of reach of children. |
ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS
PARK, MIDDLETON ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM, LANCS. LA3 3PP. |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371
FAX: 0044 (0) 01524 858978 |
| mail@ecospaints.com |
| Index |
35. CLAY PAINT
PROTECT
FROM FROST
| Where to use: |
Interior walls and ceilings - for direct application onto dry bare plaster, plasterboard & lime products. An ultra-matt ultra "dry" Non-dusting High Performance Claypaint made with English kaolin, bentonite clay, smectite clays and powdered marble . Not ideal on previously painted areas. |
| Preparation: |
| Surfaces should be clean, dry and free from grease & dust. Suitable for direct application onto dry bare plaster & plasterboard, or dilute with not more than 10% water. |
| Application: |
Stir gently and thoroughly before use.
Application - ideally by medium pile roller. Avoid temperatures below 5 degrees C and above 20 degrees C. Can also be brush-applied.
Drying - with good ventilation - is touch dry within one hour and recoatable after two hours. Clean equipment with water. |
| Coverage: |
On hard non-porous surfaces coverage is approx 50m2 /5L / coat. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash off splashes with water. Keep out of reach of children |
ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS
PARK, MIDDLETON ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM, LANCS. LA3 3PP. |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371
FAX: 0044 (0) 01524 858978 |
| mail@ecospaints.com |
| Index |
36. DISTEMPER
PROTECT
FROM FROST
| Where to use: |
Interior walls and ceilings. An ultra-matt chalky Non-dusting High Performance resin-bound Distemper: ideal for application onto bare lime, plaster & plasterboard, this distemper can also normally be used on previously painted ares - a test area is advisable. |
| Preparation |
| Surfaces should be clean, dry and free from grease & dust. Suitable for direct application onto dry bare plaster & plasterboard, or dilute with not more than 10% water. |
Application: |
Stir gently and thoroughly before use.
Application - ideally by medium pile roller. Avoid temperatures below 5 degrees C and above 20 degrees C. Can also be brush-applied.
Drying - with good ventilation - is touch dry within one hour and recoatable after two hours. Clean equipment with water. |
| Coverage: |
On hard non-porous surfaces coverage is approx 50m2 /5L / coat. |
| Health & Safety: |
| Avoid contact with skin
and eyes. Wash off splashes with water.
Keep out of reach of children. |
ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS
PARK, MIDDLETON ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM, LANCS. LA3 3PP. |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371
FAX: 0044 (0) 01524 858978 |
| mail@ecospaints.com |
| Index |
37. LIMEWASH
PROTECT
FROM FROST
Ecos Limewash - Durable, super-breathable reinforced limewash. Ready-to-use in White & 76 premixed colours. Inherently resistant to fungal, algal & bacterial growth. |
Where to use: |
On all suitable POROUS Interior and Exterior walls - bare Plaster, Lime Plaster, Lime Render, Limewash, Cob, Stucco, Wattle & Daub, Breezeblock, concrete blocks, cement render, porous Stone & porous Brickwork etc. *if fillers are used they may show through slightly, but another coat will normally obliterate. |
| Preparation |
| Surfaces should be sound, clean, dry/damp (not wet) and free from grease, dust & efflorescence. Algae should be treated with either Ecos M16 Algicide or 2 coats of diluted (20%) bleach & allowed to dry – remove loose material with a stiff brush. |
Application: |
Stir thoroughly before use – water on the surface is normal & needs to be stirred-in. A minimum of 2 coats is needed by a Limewash brush or broad emulsion brush. A dampened surface is preferable but not essential. Avoid use below 5 degrees C and above 20 degrees C and when rain or frost are expected.
NB. Limewash is almost clear when wet & drying to an opaque finish – please ensure that you have a suitably skilled workforce or practice on unobtrusive areas. |
Drying |
| With good ventilation - is touch dry within one hour and recoatable after eight hours. Clean equipment with water. Will harden & carbonate for about 10 days. |
| Coverage: |
Highly dependent on porosity, but approx 15-30m2/5L/coat (min. 2 coats needed). |
| Health & Safety: |
| All Limewash is highly alkaline and will burn eyes & skin - Avoid contact with skin & wash off splashes with water immediately . Eyes – irrigate thoroughly & immediately. Use goggles to ensure safety. Keep out of reach of children. Not to be swallowed. |
ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS
PARK, MIDDLETON ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM, LANCS. LA3 3PP. |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371
FAX: 0044 (0) 01524 858978 |
| mail@ecospaints.com |
| Index |
38. NURSERY PAINT
INDEPENDENTLY CERTIFIED BS EN71:3 COMPLIANT
PROTECT
FROM FROST
Ecos Nursery Paint has been laboratory-tested* to the EU Toys Regulations std EN71:3 for freedom from heavy metals and far surpasses these stringent regulations - there is no better standard: see attached certificate 71971. |
Where to use: |
super-washable multi-surface satin finish specially for Nurseries & Children’s rooms: for walls, ceilings, woodwork & metal including cots, beds, toys, melamine, radiators etc, (not floors). Not ideally suited for use directly onto lining paper - prime with one coat of Soft Sheen first. Bare hardwood - ask for advice. |
| Preparation |
| Surfaces should be clean, dry and free from dust & grease - if in doubt clean with a Scotchbrite pad and rinse well. Prime bare plaster/plasterboard with Ecos Plaster Sealer. Abrade previously painted woodwork & melamine surfaces lightly to provide a key. Bare wood - prepare with Ecos Primer. Knots - treat with two liberal coats of Ecos White Knotting; Fillers - seal with Ecos Filler Sealer. |
Application: |
| Stir gently and thoroughly & apply by foam/gloss roller or a good quality fibrillated brush. Do not leave areas part painted. Always keep a wet edge. Do not lay-off. Two coats; dark colours may need three coats. Melamine & metals ideally require 3 coats. Allow to dry 8 hours between coats. Do not apply below 5 degrees C. Clean equipment & brushes with water. Touch dry in 1-2 hrs |
| Coverage: |
65m2 /5L/coat |
| Maintenance: |
Clean with mild detergent & water; do not use harsh, abrasive or alkaline cleaners.
* Laboratory of the Birmingham Assay Office. Certificate number 71971 |
ECOS ORGANIC PAINTS |
| UNIT 19 HEYSHAM BUSINESS
PARK, MIDDLETON ROAD, |
| HEYSHAM, LANCS. LA3 3PP. |
| TEL: 0044 (0) 01524 852371
FAX: 0044 (0) 01524 858978 |
| mail@ecospaints.com |
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