Preparation

• All surfaces must be clean, sound, dry and free of any dirt, oil and grease.
• Remove mildew stains with a mildew stain removing product.
• New or Weathered Wood: Use a product such as BEHR PREMIUM® No. 63 All-In-One Wood Cleaner. Lightly sand to remove remaining wood fibers/fuzz.
• Painted Surfaces-Wood: For a painted surface in sound condition, use a product to clean and prepare the surface. If the coating is failing or peeling, use a paint stripper to remove old coating. Scuff sand glossy surfaces. Use stainless steel or galvanized nails to prevent nail staining. Countersink nail heads, repair imperfections and sand smooth. Remove all dust with a damp cloth, allow to dry.
• Uncoated Concrete or Masonry Surfaces: Allow new surfaces to cure 30 days. Clean and etch surface using a product such as a muriatic acid etcher (read and follow all manufacturer's label directions) to achieve a textured profile similar to 150 grit sandpaper. Wipe your fingers over the clean, dry floor to check for dust or powder. Ensure there is no residue on your fingers that may have been left from the etcher. If residue is found, rinse the surface to remove residue. Allow the surface to dry completely. Sprinkle a few drops of water onto the surface. If water is quickly absorbed and the surface feels like 150 grit sandpaper, the surface is ready. If not, re-etch.
• Painted Surfaces-Concrete: For a painted surface in sound condition, use a product to clean and prepare the surface. If the coating is failing or peeling, use a paint stripper to remove old coating or scrape/sand down to a sound concrete surface. Scuff sand glossy surfaces. Clean and spot etch any exposed concrete. Remove all dust with a damp cloth, allow to dry.

Prime

• Interior Wood: Over uncoated and previously coated surfaces, use a product such as BEHR^® No. 75 Kitchen, Bath & Trim Stain-Blocking Primer & Sealer.
• Exterior Wood: Over uncoated and previously coated surfaces, use a product such as BEHR^® No. 436 Multi-Surface Primer & Sealer.
• Interior/Exterior Concrete or Masonry: Over uncoated and previously coated surfaces, use a product such as BEHR PREMIUM^® No. 880 Concrete & Masonry Bonding Primer.

Application

• Use product when the surface and air temperatures are between 50-90°F (10-32°C).
• Stir paint occasionally.
• When working with more than one can of the same product, intermix to ensure color uniformity.
• Use a high quality 3/8" nap roller cover, Nylon/Polyester brush or a Texture Sprayer capable of 1.0 GPM with a 3mm tip.
• For smooth surfaces, use a ¼" nap roller.
• Do not use with airless sprayer.
• Spread rate varies, depending on the surface texture, porosity and application method.
• Two coats are required for optimal coverage, hide and durability.
• Do not thin if using a roller or brush; however, if using a sprayer and thinning is required, thin with water at a rate of no more than 1/2 pint per gallon.

Dry Time

• Longer dry time required in cooler temperatures and in higher humidity.
• Allow 72 hours before subjecting to normal use.
• After 30 days, cured paint film may be cleaned with a mild, non-abrasive liquid detergent.
• Dry paint film is mildew resistant.