UCP
	Primers
	Universal Clear Primer for Wood

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION UCP is the ideal bare wood primer for use before painting or varnishing. It can be used above and below water. * Suited to both High Performance and Conventional varnishes. * Bonds to the wood for excellent adhesion The fast drying formulation is tougher and more durable than conventional primers. PRODUCT INFORMATION Colour YPA600-Clear Finish Gloss Specific Gravity 1.1 Volume Solids 50%  Typical Shelf Life 2 yrs VOC (As Supplied) 467 g/lt Unit Size 375 ml DRYING/OVERCOATING INFORMATION Drying 5ºC 15ºC 23ºC 35ºC Touch Dry [ISO] 5hrs 4hrs 3hrs 2hrs Overcoating Substrate Temperature 5ºC 15ºC 23ºC 35ºC Overcoated By Min Max Min Max Min Max Min Max Perfection Undercoat &nbsp24hrs &nbsp36hrs &nbsp12hrs &nbsp28hrs &nbsp6hrs &nbsp24hrs &nbsp4hrs &nbsp16hrs Perfection Varnish &nbsp24hrs &nbsp36hrs &nbsp12hrs &nbsp28hrs &nbsp6hrs &nbsp24hrs &nbsp4hrs &nbsp16hrs Primocon &nbsp24hrs &nbsp36hrs &nbsp12hrs &nbsp28hrs &nbsp6hrs &nbsp24hrs &nbsp4hrs &nbsp16hrs UCP &nbsp24hrs &nbsp36hrs &nbsp12hrs &nbsp28hrs &nbsp6hrs &nbsp24hrs &nbsp4hrs &nbsp16hrs Yacht Primer &nbsp24hrs &nbsp36hrs &nbsp12hrs &nbsp28hrs &nbsp6hrs &nbsp24hrs &nbsp4hrs &nbsp16hrs Note:If maximum overcoating time has been exceeded, sand using 80-180 grade (grit) paper. All international varnishes are compatible with UCP and can be applied using the overcoating time observed for Perfection varnish. APPLICATION AND USE Preparation BARE WOOD: Sand smooth with 80-180 and then 280 grade paper. Clean surface by brushing, dusting or wiping. If wiping with solvent allow to dry completely before applying first coat. Method Contains Isocyanates which may be harmful to lungs, read the health and safety data section before use. Avoid a 'bitty' finish by applying only on clean dry timber. Do not exceed recommended film thickness or bubbling may occur. Hints Thinner YTA006 Thinners No.9 Cleaner YTA006 Thinners No.9 Ventilation and Humidity Control The minimum humidity is 35%, drier conditions than this will retard curing. Some Important Points DO NOT SPRAY. Do not use in conjunction with Intertox. Do not use below 5°C. Ambient temperature should be minimum 5°C/40°F and maximum 35°C/95°F. Substrate temperature should be minimum 5°C/40°F and maximum 35°C/95°F. Product temperature should be minimum 5°C/40°F and maximum 35°C/95°F. Compatibility/Substrates Can be overcoated with all varnishes in International range. Not suited to oily timbers such as Teak and Iroko. On oily timbers such as Teak use Perfection for Teak or thinned varnish instead of UCP. Number of Coats 1-4 as per specification Coverage (Theoretical) - 20.00 (m²/lt) (Practical) - 17.50 (m²/lt) Recommended DFT 25 microns dry Recommended WFT 50 microns wet Application Methods Brush, Roller TRANSPORTATION,STORAGE AND SAFETY INFORMATION Storage GENERAL INFORMATION: Exposure to air and extremes of temperature should be avoided. For the full shelf life of UCP to be realised ensure that between use the container is firmly closed and the temperature is between 5°C/40°F and 35°C/95°F. Keep out of direct sunlight. TRANSPORTATION: UCP should be kept in securely closed containers during transport and storage. Safety GENERAL: Contains isocyanates which may be harmful to the respiratory tract. Read the label safety section for Health and Safety Information, also available from our Technical Help Line. DISPOSAL: Do not discard tins or pour paint into water courses, use the facilities provided. It is best to allow paints to harden before disposal. Remainders of UCP cannot be disposed of through the municipal waste route or dumped without permit. Disposal of remainders must be arranged for in consultation with the authorities. IMPORTANT NOTES The information given in this sheet is not intended to be exhaustive. Any person using the product without first making further written enquiries as to the suitability of the product for the intended purpose does so at their own risk and we can accept no responsibility for the performance of the product or for any loss or damage (other than death or personal or injury resulting from negligence) arising out of such use. The information contained in this sheet is liable to modification from time to time in the light of experience and our policy of continuous product development. and International are registered trademarks of Akzo Nobel. Regional Addresses Head Office International Paint Ltd P O Box 20980 Oriel House 16 Connaught Place London W2 2ZB United Kingdom tel: +44 (0) 171 479 6000 fax: +44 (0) 171 479 6500 European Region International Paint Ltd Stoneygate Lane Felling, Gateshead Tyne & Wear NE10 0JY United Kingdom tel: +44 (0) 191 469 6111 fax: +44 (0) 191 438 3977 Asia Region International Paint Singapore (Pte) Ltd 449 Tagore Industrial Avenue 01-03 Hong Joo Industrial Building Singapore 787820 tel: +65 6453 1981 fax: +65 6453 1778 Australasia Region International Paint 115 Hyde Road Yeronga, Brisbane Queensland 4104 Australia tel: +61 (0) 7 3892 8866 fax: +61 (0) 7 3892 4287 North America Region International Paint Inc 2270 Morris Avenue Union New Jersey 07083 USA tel: +1 (0) 908 686 1300 fax: +1 (0) 908 686 8545 South America Region International Paint Rod Rap tavares, KM 18.5 Predio Administrativo 11 Butanta CEP 05577-300 Sao Paulo, Brazil tel: +55 (0) 11 3789 2000 fax: +55 (0) 11 3789 2200

			Ref: Issue Date: Supersedes:	05000027 1-Mar-2003 14-Feb-2003