Type: An emulsion based on a blend of acrylic binder and high-quality pigments incorporated a special additive that improves stain resistance to allow minimal to nil penetration of normal household liquids.
Uses: Decoration of interior & exterior new and previously painted plaster, cement, brick, stone, concrete, suitably primed wood, blockwork, rendered surfaces, gypsum board soft-board & hardboard ceilings, asbestos sheets where excellent stain resistance is a prerequisite.
Advantages: Excellent stain resistance & hiding power. Quick drying. Easy to apply. Free from harmful chemicals like lead, chrome, other toxic metals, ammonia & APEO (Alkyl Phenyl Ethoxylate). No primer required on new and previously emulsion painted (sound) masonry surfaces. Wide colour range. Smooth matt finish. Suitable for interior and exterior use. Allows new walls that contain moisture to breathe/dry out.
Conditions during application: The temperature of the substrate should be minimum 10°C and at least 3°C above the dew point of the air, measured near the substrate. Good ventilation is required in confined areas to ensure proper drying.
PRODUCT DATA:
Colour Range: Over 11,000 shades available from Ambiance, RAL, BS 4800 and various colour charts through the dispensing system.
Pack Sizes: 1 litre, 4 litres and 20 litres
Finish: Matt
Thinner & equipment cleaner: Water
Dilution Ratio: Maximum 15% by volume with water. Avoid over-thinning as this will affect the opacity. Stir well before use.
Drying Times: Surface dry 30min max & Hard dry after 45min max
VOC: 9.2 grams/ litre
APPLICATION DATA:
The product can be applied by Brush, roller or airless spray
Spreading Capacity per coat: Depends on film thickness applied, type of texture, surface porosity, imperfections, temperature & wastage during the painting
10 – 12 m²/l.
Maximum spread rate per coat is obtained at minimum dry film thickness and vice versa.
| Surface | Preparation | Primer/ Undercoat | Topccoat |
| New Plaster | Remove loose particles | Crown Vinyl Matt XTREME diluted up to 15% by volume with water | 1 – 2 coats Crown Vinyl Matt XTREME diluted up to 15% by volume with water |
| Surface painted in Water Based paint in sound condition | Sand and clean | None | 1 – 2 coats Crown Vinyl Matt XTREME diluted up to 15% by volume with water |
| Surface painted in Oil based enamel in sound condition | Sand down and clean | Universal Undercoat | 1 – 2 coats Crown Vinyl Matt XTREME diluted up to 15% by volume with water |
| Loosely bound & lime-washed, cement painted, distempered surfaces | Remove all loose material down to a firm base or original building | Crown Penetrating Primer | 1 – 2 coats Crown Vinyl Matt XTREME diluted up to 15% by volume with water |
| Wood | Sand along the grain | Crown White/ Aluminium Wood Primer | 1 – 2 coats Crown Vinyl Matt XTREME diluted up to 15% by volume with water |
| Boards | Sand | Acrylic Primer Sealer Undercoat | 1 – 2 coats Crown Vinyl Matt XTREME diluted up to 15% by volume with water |
Precautions:
- When over-coating walls in sound condition with the same shade, the application of 1 coat may be sufficient.
- When over-coating a dark colour with a light shade, the application of 3 coats may be necessary.
- Choice of colours – for technical reasons (often dependent upon pigment origin and type) an additional coat will often be required when using certain shades (particularly bright yellows, greens, oranges, reds – refer colour card for details). The use of these colours should be avoided on medium and low-cost projects. Where these low opacity colours are to be used on bare plaster, or for over-coating dark colours, the application of a first coat of a paler shade offering superior coverage is recommended. Consult Crown Technical Department for advice.
Availability: From Crown Depots in Nairobi, Kisumu, Mombasa, Meru, Nyeri, Eldoret, Arusha, Mwanza, Dar es Salaam, Kigali and through Crown Stockists.
Storage Conditions: Store under cool dry conditions away from direct sunlight, heat and
Xtreme cold.
Disclaimer: The recommendations contained herein are given in good faith and meant to guide the user in accordance with good painting practices. They are gained from our tests and experiences and are believed to be accurate and reliable. No warranty/guarantee is implied by the recommendations contained herein since the conditions of use; application method, substrate and cleanliness of the substrate are beyond Crown Paints Kenya PLC control.