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
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.