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AFM SafeCoat, New Wallboard Primecoat

AFM SafeCoat, New Wallboard Primecoat

Item #1085

Model #10118

$71.50
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Size
1-Gallon |5-Gallon |
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Premium-quality, fast-curing, low VOC primer for new wallboard

New Wallboard Primecoat (formerly known as New Wallboard Primecoat HPV) is specially formulated to provide a superior prime coat on interior surfaces such as new gypsum wallboard (sheetrock) and textured wallboard.

(NOTE: Not suitable for Greenboard).

This is super opaque, which means it is one thick primer. Primecoat solves finishing problems such as "telegraphing" or "joint-banding" by equalizing porosity and texture; it fills voids in the surface of building materials so that top coats cover more evenly.

NOTE: Don't panic. When you first open the can this may appear chunky like soft tofu, but it rolls out beautifully and nothing is wrong. It's just very thick and covers nicely.

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Why We Like It

This is a thick, low-odor, super opaque primer that painters love because it dries quickly, covers well and has no odor at all once dry.

Features & benefits

  • Easy-to-use — fast-drying; water cleanup
  • Solves finishing problems — makes it easier to get a uniform, smooth wall
  • Protects indoor air quality — low-odor, and odorless when dried
  • Non-toxic — no formaldehyde, ammonia, crystalline silica, ethylene glycol, mildewcides, fungicides, exempt solvents, alkylphenol ethoxylates (APEs) or aromatic hydrocarbons commonly used in paint
  • Safe — for everyone, including the chemically sensitive; learn how to test a non-toxic product for tolerance
  • Eco-friendly — very low VOC

NOTE: This is for new sheetrock only, not for use on other surfaces. If you wish to seal in off-gassing of toxic chemicals, please use AFM Transitional Primer + 2 coats of AFM Zero VOC paint.

Specs for 1-Gallon1-Gallon

Dimensions
Weight per Sale Unit
12.55 lbs 65 lbs
Coverage
300 - 400 SF
Basics
Interior or Exterior
Interior,
Use On
Properly primes new or existing walls and ceilings.
Surface or Product Preparation
Surface should be clean, dry and free of oil and wax
Application Method
Brush
Roller
Spray
Application Temperature Range
Warmer than 55°F
Location
All Rooms,
Eco-replacement for
Toxic Primer,
Storage
Store in cool dry place out of sunlight
Test before use
Yes, test on inconspicuous area
Certifications
Certifications
  • SCS Gold
Features
Material Origin
United States,
Country of Manufacture
United States,
Recycling or Disposal
Dispose of excess product in accordance with all local state and federal regulations. Do not throw out container unless completely empty. Pour contents onto dry cardboard and let thoroughly dry outdoors. May also be absorbed with cat litter sand or other dry materials
Cleans Up With
Neutral Cleaners
Base
Water-based
VOC Content
15.0 grams/liter
Drying Time
4 hours
Re-coat After
4 - 8 hours
Freeze/thaw Safe
No
Appearance When Dry
Flat white
Formaldehyde Emissions
No added urea formaldehyde
Finish
Primer,

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