BEHR® Drywall Plus Primer & Sealer

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For excellent performance under flat and eggshell paints, choose BEHR® Drywall Plus Primer & Sealer. This 100% acrylic formula is more versatile than PVA primers, making it ideal for wood, woodboard, drywall and other porous surfaces in all your home's low-moisture rooms. It also seals untreated wood, and it's tintable to allow for dramatic colour change.


Finish

A non-reflective finish that has excellent performance under a flat or eggshell paints.

Best For Use In

Ideal for Drywall, Plasterboard, Wallboard, Wood and Brick.

Coverage

23-37 m2

PRODUCT USAGE
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    30 Min Dries to Touch
    1 HR Ready to Topcoat

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    23-37 sq meters
    (250-400 Sq. Ft)
    Coverage

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    Soap & Water
    Clean-Up

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    Protect
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  • Over properly prepared uncoated and previously painted Interior surfaces in low-moisture areas.
  • Ideal for Drywall, Plasterboard, Wallboard, Wood and Brick.
  • Not recommended under HI-GLOSS paint.
  • Bright or deep colours require a tinted primer.
  • Use tint formulas as required by topcoat. Colourants should not exceed 118 mL of colourant per 3.79 L.

Preparation

  • All surfaces should be properly prepared and cleaned.
  • Remove loose paint, wash off dirt and grease with detergent, rinse and allow to dry.
  • Remove mildew stains with a mildew stain removing product.
  • Scuff sand glossy surfaces and repair imperfections.
  • Remove all dust with a damp cloth, allow to dry.
  • New brick should be thoroughly dried out; test pH prior to applying primer.
  • The pH must be under 9.0 before coating.
  • Existing brick should be free of any soot, ash, creosote, grease or other stains which could affect adhesion of the primer.
  • Remove efflorescence with a mixed solution of one part vinegar and one part water, rinse thoroughly with clean water and allow to dry.

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Application

  • Apply when air and surface temperatures are between 10-32°C (50-90°F).
  • Use a high quality 10-13 mm nap roller cover, nylon/polyester brush or an airless sprayer (.015-.019" spray tip, 60 mesh filter).
  • Stir primer occasionally.
  • 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 237 mL per 3.79 L.

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Disposal

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

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To consult with a Behr Company Representative, call 1-800-661-1591.

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WARRANTY

LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY: Behr Paint Company warrants to you, the original residential consumer purchaser, the performance of this product as described on this label for so long as you reside in your home. THIS WARRANTY IS NOT VALID WHEN THE PRODUCT IS NOT PROPERLY APPLIED TO A PROPERLY PREPARED SURFACE OR CARED FOR IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LABEL DIRECTIONS. This warranty is not transferable. If this product is found not to perform as specified on the label during the warranty period, Behr Paint Company will, at its option and upon presentation of proof-of-purchase (the original receipt), either furnish an equivalent amount of new product or refund the original purchase price of this product to you. The clause of limitation of liability which follows is inapplicable in Quebec: This warranty excludes (1) labour and costs of labour for the application or removal of any product, and (2) any incidental or consequential damages, whether based on breach of express or implied warranty, negligence, strict liability or any other legal theory. To the extent permitted by applicable law, any implied warranties including the implied warranties of merchantability and of fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to the duration of this express warranty. The above provisions are not intended to operate where prohibited by law. This limited warranty is the only warranty provided by Behr Paint Company unless extended by a provincial consumer statute. To obtain warranty service, call 1-800-661-1591 or contact Behr Paint Company at 110-600 Barlow Square S.E., Calgary, AB T2C 5T7. Behr Paint Company reserves the right to inspect any and all application of the product prior to processing your claim made under this warranty.