Preparation & Prime†

• Countersink nailheads, fill and sand smooth. Remove rust, loose or peeling paint. Repair imperfections and sand smooth.
• Wash off dirt, grease and chalk with detergent and/or powerwash. Remove mildew stains with a mildew stain removing product.
• Clean and sand new or weathered wood. Scuff sand or degloss smooth or glossy surfaces.
• Scuff sand or etch metals. Rinse and allow to dry.
• Caulk windows, doors and other openings. Allow new stucco, plaster and masonry to cure for 30 days before painting.
• Use BEHR ULTRA™ paint as a primer for repaired or uncoated surfaces, including woods that contain tannins (two primer coats required for redwood and cedar) and heavily stained areas.
• Lock in stains with the first primer coat; if necessary, apply a second primer coat of BEHR ULTRA.
• For drastic colour changes or when applying deep colours denoted with a dagger (†) on the colour chip, apply a tinted primer coat of BEHR ULTRA if needed.

Application

• Apply product on dry substrates when air and surface temperatures are between 2°-32°C and will remain between 2°-32°C for at least 4 hours after applying.
• Allow paint film to dry for at least 60 minutes prior to rain showers when temperatures are between 15°-21° C and 60-70% relative humidity. Lower temperatures, higher humidity or deep colours may increase dry time and/or rain resistance time.
• Stir paint occasionally. Intermix containers of same product to ensure colour and sheen uniformity.
• On semi-smooth surfaces, use a high quality 10-13 mm nap roller cover, nylon/polyester brush or an airless sprayer (.015 -.021" spray tip, 60 mesh filter).
• On rough surfaces, use a high quality 19-25 mm nap roller cover.
• 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 250 mL per 3.79 L
• Certain colours may require more than one coat for complete hide.
• On heavy stains and woods that contain tannins, allow 12-16 hours of dry time between coats.
• After 4 weeks, cured paint film may be cleaned with a mild, non-abrasive liquid detergent. Dry paint film is mildew resistant.
• When applying to vinyl, colour choice must be the same colour or lighter than the existing colour.
• Do not use on floors.

Disposal

• For disposal of empty containers, unused paint and soiled rags, contact your household refuse collection service.

To consult with a Behr Certified Coatings Professional, call 1-800-661-1591.