Dulux

DATA BULLETIN NO. D44

November, 2001

Dulux

PRODUCT INFORMATION

DULUX WALLGUARD

D164-LINE

PRODUCT BENEFITS

100% pure acrylic

Exceptionally hard wearing

Excellent washability

One product convenience with excellent alkali-resistance, this product can be applied to unprimed plaster, Fibre cement etc.

Suede Finish

Resists dirt pickup and has superior stain removal properties.

Low Odour - Can be used in odour sensitive industries and institutions

Rapid Drying - Fast recoating time and labour saving.

Inherent Mould Resistant Properties - Prevents the growth of fungus

USES

A high quality washable wall finish which is ideal for exterior use.
Suitable for application directly to new cement plaster, fibre cement, concrete, brickwork, and various types of composition boarding. Particularly recommended for fibre cement gutters and down pipes. Suitable for direct application to previously painted surfaces which have been prepared correctly.
May be applied to metal and wooden surfaces providing an appropriate primer has been used.

GENERAL DATA

Type	Adhesion Promoted Pure Acrylic
Drying Time	Touch Dry 1 hour
Recoating Time	4 hours (depending on weather conditions)
Solids by Volume	36%
Gloss Level	Sheen
Spreading Rate	10 m² per litre depending on surface porosity and profile.

COLOUR RANGE

Brilliant White (Aspen) plus a range of ready mixed colours and Matchmaker.

APPLICATIONS

Ready for use with brush or roller. For conventional or airless spray, thin with clean water.
First coat may be thinned 10% with water for highly absorbent surfaces. Thinning reduces opacity.
For cleanup use water only.

SURFACE PREPARATION

NEW WORK

Concrete/Cement

If the surface is not friable apply directly, thinning the first coat 10% otherwise, apply DULUX PRIMER FOR NEW PLASTER

Fibre Cement

No primer required. Thin first coat 10% maximum with water to aid penetration

PVC (Gutters and Downpipes)

Degrease and lightly sand. Apply direct.

Galvanised Steel

Clean with DULUX CLEANER FOR GALVANISED IRON and flush with water. Prime with one coat of DULUX CORROCOTE 3 or CORROCOTE 2.

Ferrous Surfaces (Iron and Steel)

Rust must be removed by wire brushing and sanding. Prime with one coat of DULUX PRIMER FOR STEEL.

PREVIOUSLY PAINTED SURFACES

Surfaces must be in sound condition. Loose flaking paint and efflorescence must be completely removed and any bare metal areas must be spot primed with an appropriate primer. Old enamel paint surfaces must be washed and well sanded. Chalked PVA or lime wash surfaces must be brushed down and primed with DULUX PRIMER SEALER, DULUX DURASEAL or DULUX DURABOND.

MOULD INSTRUCTIONS

Before painting , all existing and evident mould must be eliminated. This is a simple and easy process. Make a solution of water and 20% household bleach, or use one cupful of pool chlorine in 10 litres of water. Scrub all areas affected by mould with this solution. Allow the surface to dry. When dry, brush down and wash the surface with clean water. Allow the surface to dry thoroughly before painting.

PRECAUTIONS

For detailed safety information refer to the material safety data sheet for this product.

Do not apply direct to bare metal surfaces.

Do not paint during wet or cold (below 10°C) weather.

Drying times will be extended during wet or cold weather conditions.

Do not apply directly to chalky surfaces whether old, new or previously painted.

FLASH POINT

Non-inflammable