General Preparation
Maintain room temperatures between 45 and 90 degrees (F.) during
application, as well as 3 days before and after it.
Bring the materials into the room 24 hours before mixing to acclimate them to the ambient temperature.
Turn unopened containers upside down a couple of times to reduce clumping caused by settling during storage.
Protect floors with drop cloths or plastic.
1. Scrape off any loose or flaking paint or other surface material until you reach a well-bonded surface.
2. Knock down high points or protrusions of more than 1/16" with a wide putty knife, scraper, or drywall sanding screen.
3. Clean and fill any mortar joints and depressions deeper than 1/16" with a filler that bonds to the substrate, leveling them with the surface. For assistance in determining the appropriate filler,
see the instructions for the substrate.
4. Lightly sand any high-gloss paint with 150-grit sandpaper to provide a"tooth" for the American Clay Sanded Primer.
WARNING: If you scrape, sand, or remove old paint, you may release lead dust.Lead is toxic. Exposure to lead dust can cause serious illness, such as brain damage, especially in children. Pregnant women should also avoid exposure. Wear a NIOSH- approved respirator to control lead exposure. Clean up carefully with a HEPA vacuum and a wet mop. Before you start, find out how to protect yourself and your family by contacting the National Lead Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD or visit www.epa.gov/lead
 5. Remove any dust with a vacuum or 6–8" paste brush
6. Wash sooty or greasy surfaces with a TSP substitute cleaner of your choice. Let dry.
7. Mask adjacent surfaces with painter’s tape. |
