DESCRIPTION
A transparent interior floor varnish in gloss or satin providing a colourless, hard but flexible dirt-and water repellent finishes. Sweat and saliva proof. For use on timber, stone and other floors. May also be used on furniture, toys, banister, shelving, ceilings, windows, doors etc. Not recommend for timber surfaces in a constantly humid environment. For bench tops, kitchen areas, laundries, bathrooms and heavy traffic areas use only BIO Floor Varnish gloss.
PREPARATION
Surface must be dry and cleaned of greasy, waxy and
dirty contaminants using BIO Thinner.
Do not apply coatings to unseasoned or wet timber.
For final sanding used 150 or 180 grade sand
paper. Hardwoods and eucalyptus timber, which are rich
in natural oils, waxes, acids and terpenes should be
degreased using BIO Thinner because these substances may
mix with the varnish and prolong its drying time let dry
for 24 hours. Imperfect coats may
require complete stripping before applying BIO Products.
PRIMING
Baltic pine and Pinus radiata: Prime with one coat BIO Priming Oil. Remove excess oil after 15-30 minutes. Allow drying for 24 hours then applying BIO Floor Varnish according to instructions.
Cork- Prime with one coat of BIO Priming Oil as cork is very absorbent. Remove excess oil after 15-30 minutes. Let each coat dry for 24 hours then apply BIO Floor Varnish according to instructions.
Tiles/slate: Degrease using Bio Thinner.
APPLICATION
Stir thoroughly with a broad flat stirrer before use. Thin 10-20% with BIO Thinner to obtain a smooth flowing consistency. Brush thinly and evenly, working varnish well into the grain, avoiding bubbles. Thick coats take longer to dry and may wrinkle when dry.
Maintain a wet edge when painting.
Allow 24 hours before applying next coat. Apply the second coat only after previous coat has thoroughly dried. Lightly sand between coats if necessary. Low temperature and humid conditions prolong the drying time. Do not use below 10C and or above 80% humidity;in cold damp conditions;
when condensation, rain, dew or frost are likely to occur;
on hot days; in direct sunlight; or on hot surfaces. Provide adequate ventilation during application and drying time. Reaches maximum durability after 28 days. Furniture may be brought in, with due care, after 3 days. Tiles/Slate- BIO Floor Varnish may be applied thinned with up to 50% Bio Thinner depending on the absorbency of the surface.
MAINTENANCE
After approx. 4 weeks, when the varnish is fully cured, the varnished surface may be treated with undiluted self-polishing BIO Timber Care Polish, applied thinly and evenly with an absorbent cloth. For regular cleaning, use Bio Timber Care Polish diluted at the rate of 50 ml in 5 Litres of warm water. Apply with a damp, not a wet cloth.
INGREDIENTS
Based on Tung oil, rosin, wax, lemon peel oil, paraffin oil, pine oil, quartz, lead free drying agents.
COVERAGE
1 Litre covers 15-18 sqm., depending on the absorbency of the surface.
PACKAGING
1 Litre, 4 Litres.
PRECAUTION
Keep away from open flames and out of reach of children. Dispose of used rags in a sealed metal container. Can spontaneously combust.
STORAGE
Keep tightly sealed in a cool and dry place. Surface skin may develop in opened cans.
PAINT
DISPOSAL
Do not pour
leftover varnish down the drain. Unwanted oil should be
brushed out on newspaper, allowed to dry and then
dispose of via domestic waste collection. Let empty
container dry out as well and dispose of via recycling
program.
The preceding information is given as a general guide only. Some variations may occur or be advisable for particular conditions. Our responsibility for claims arising from breach of warranty, negligence or otherwise is limited to the purchase
price of the material.
BIO FLOOR VARNISH is an environmental friendly product.
SPECIAL NOTES FOR VARNISHING OF FLOORS
- A thin, coat is better than a thicker,
soft coat.
- Subject to suitable humidity levels, products
should be applied as early as practicable after
10 a.m. to allow sufficient daytime drying.
- Make sure the previous coat has completely dried
before applying the next coat. Drying time varies
considerably with temperature and moisture levels.
Check as follows:
- Must be dry.
- Press your thumb onto the floor. If soft, do
not re-coat.
- Press your hand for 5 minutes on the floor. If
tacky, do not re-coat.
The drying time of oil based products is prolonged
by:
- High humidity and/or low temperature during application
and drying time.
- Absorption of natural terpenes, oils, waxes or
resins from the substrate, especially in exotic
and eucalyptus timbers.
- Bad ventilation and darkness.
- Thick coats.
1/8/2007
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