BERGER AR PRIMER

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
BERGER AR Primer is a high performance water based primer with good Alkali Resistance. This is recommended to be used for
Interiors / exterior surfaces before application of Weathercoat Emulsion, Superflat Emulsion or other recommended top coats.

RECOMMENDED AREAS OF APPLICATION

Area of Use

: Interior & Exterior

Substrate

: Suitable for use on masonry, brick work or other cementitious surfaces before the application of suitable top coat.

TECHNICAL DATA
Colours

: White

Specific gravity

: 1.46 - 1.50

% Volume Solids

: 35%

Pack Size

: 1 USG, 5 USG

Theoretical Coverage

: 11.7 sq m/1 Ltr at 30 DFT depending on surface

Practical Coverage

: Practical coverage may depend on surface profile, method of application and weather conditions.

Drying time at 30C

Surface dry

Touch dry

Recoat ability

Hard dry

20-30 Mins.

40-60 Mins.

4 hrs.

18 hrs.

APPLICATION DATA
Method of application

: Brush, Roller, and Spray

Thinner

: Municipal/Potable water

Thinning ratio (by vol.)

: Max 10 %

SURFACE PREPARATION
For new surface allow the concrete surface to mature properly before applying AR primer on it.
For old surface remove all loose plaster, dirt, dust, laitance etc by using hard bristle brush to get a clean and sound surface. Traces of
grease, oil etc are to be removed by suitable method before applying primer.
If mould or fungus is present on the wall, then treat it with Berger Anti Fungal solution.
Large cracks should be filled with suitable filler.
In case of application of AR Primer on walls affected due to seepage of water or other chemicals from the other side of wall, it is
required to treat that side of the wall with proper sealant before applying AR Primer on the affected side.

APPLICATIONS DETAILS
Stir the contents thoroughly before and during use, with a broad flat stirrer, using an upward lifting action.
Once surface is prepared, apply BERGER AR Primer by convenient method of application, after thinning as per the recommended ratio.

RECOMMENDED PAINT SYSTEM

For Interiors

For Exteriors

One coat x Berger AR Primer

One coat x Berger AR Primer

Two coats x Decora Stucco Putty

Two coats x Weathercoat / Super Flat Emulsion

Two coat x Select / Super Flat Emulsions

* For detailed system recommendation based on specific requirements please contact Berger representative.

STORAGE, SAFETY INFORMATION AND PRECAUTIONS

Flammability and Transport Information:

Non flammable.

Safety information and precautions:

Do not apply at temperature below 10C.
Provide adequate ventilation during use
Keep out of reach of children.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes, wear suitable personal protective equipments such as overalls, goggles, dust
masks and gloves.
Dispose in landfills only.

DISCLAIMER
The information provided in this data sheet is not intended to be complete. It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that the product used is suitable for the purpose it is meant to serve.
In view of various factors affecting the performance of the coating, we cannot assume responsibilit y for the product performance, nor do we accept any liability arising from use of this product,
unless specifcally agreed to in writing by us. The information provided in the datasheet may be modifed by us without notice.

Version: 01/2008