Silicate interior paint

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Product description

Fescon Silicate interior paint is a water-borne, SOL-silicate–based interior paint for mineral surfaces and previously painted interior surfaces.

  • Excellent coverage and water vapour permeability
  • Breathable
  • High covering power, up to 8 m² per 1 litre
  • Can be applied by roller or spray
  • Excellent cleanability
  • Contains no aromatic solvents
  • Full matt finish
  • Practically odourless even during application
  • Can be tinted to light shades

Applications

  • All common mineral-based structures, typical plaster and filler surfaces, and previously painted surfaces
  • Interior surfaces previously treated with silicate-based or traditional interior paints
  • Not suitable for application on wood, silicone, or oil paints
  • Topcoat for silicate board systems
The product is listed in the portal for building products that can be used in Nordic Swan Ecolabelled buildings.
GTIN code Product name Product number Package size
6416841760302 SILICATE INTERIOR PAINT WHITE 12.5 L 76030 12,5 l
SILICATE INTERIOR PAINT HR 1 Fescon colors 50330 12,5 l
SILICATE INTERIOR PAINT HR 2 Other colors 50331 12,5 l

Base

  • The substrate must be solid, clean and dry, and free from grease, wax, silicone, dust or any other layers that may impair adhesion.
  • New filler and plaster surfaces must be allowed to dry sufficiently before painting.
  • Protect the surrounding areas from splashes.
  • Clean any splashes immediately with clean water.
  • Substrates with uneven absorbency are recommended to be primed with Fescon Silicate primer.

Instructions for use

  • A test application should be carried out before starting work to ensure the correct colour shade.
  • The priming coat is applied once using Fescon Silicate interior paint diluted with clean water, max. 15%.
  • The topcoat is applied 1–2 times using undiluted Fescon Silicate interior paint.
  • During application and drying, the air temperature must be at least +8°C and the relative humidity must not exceed 80%.
  • The surface can be repainted after approx. 12 hours and is fully dry after approx. 4–5 days.
  • Clean tools with water immediately after use.
  • When spray painting, use a nozzle size of 0.017”–0.023” and a working pressure of 150 bar.

Maintenance instructions

  • A surface treated with Fescon Silicate interior paint can be cleaned with a damp cloth or a soft sponge.
  • Avoid excessive scrubbing.
  • Any damaged areas should be removed and repaired with suitable products.
  • Repainting is carried out using Fescon Silicate interior paint.

Storage and handling of waste
See the separate storage and disposal instructions https://www.fescon.fi/en/material-bank

Material usage

Approx. 0.125–0.15 l/m² per coat

Type Liquid
Binder Potassium waterglass
Colour Light shades from the Fescon colour chart
Maximum grain size

S1 < 100 µm (fine)

Package size 12.5 l
Storage

Must be protected from frost. Do not store at a temperature of over +25°C

Density

Approx. 1.58 g/cm³

Usage temperature

+8°C...+25°C

Drying time

Surface dry and re-coatable after approx. 12 hours

Water vapour permeability

Sd value class V1 (high), [m] < 0.01

Water permeability

Class W3 (low) < 0.10 kg/m²h⁰·⁵

Relative air humidity Below 80%
Carbon permeability

C0 (no requirement)

Thickness of dry layer

E3 100-200 µ 0

Thinner Water
Colour durability

A1 (BFS Notice 26)

Gloss group

G3 matt

VOC content

< 1 g/l  EU limit value A/a: 30 g/l (2010)

Limitation of liability, product use notes and restrictions: Please familiarize yourself with Fescon Oy's general terms of delivery and the design and work instructions related to the product.