Trade Quality Black Bitumen Paint 5 Litre

Premium Trade Quality Black Bitumen Paint

Trade quality multi-purpose black bitumen paint for instantly waterproofing and protecting steel, brick, wood, pipes concrete, masonry. Premium quick-dry compound, ideal for over coating.

Bitumen is an economical option, widely used as a protective coating for buildings and structures. It can also be used both above and below water or ground! 

Benefits of Bitument paint include:

• Surface dry in 3-5 hours

• Economical option

• For use on most building surfaces

• Anti-corrosive and weatherproof

• Trade quality formula

• Good adhesive properties

• Thinners can be used, but not required

Coverage

Coverage of 7-10sq mtr per ltr. Coverage can be affected by such variables as type and condition of substrate, type of application equipment and individual method of application. It is recommended two coats are applied with a minimum of 12 hours drying time per coat.

Where to use?

It is resistant to low concentrations of alkalis and acids and can withstand prolonged oxidation. It is multi-purpose and suitable for application to a wide variety of materials including iron and steel, lead, zinc, aluminium, concrete, stone, wood, felt and brick. Black Bitumen Paint provides an effective waterproof, weatherproof, corrosion resistant protective coating. It is ideal for use on roofing to create a weatherproof overcoat for flat roofs, felt roofing or industrial roofing. It is also generally used on metal guttering, stairways, railings, fire escapes and also within the marine sector to paint boat hulls.

What to Avoid

Do not use for non-static drinking water containers.
Use a mask during applicationBitumen paint could bleed through other paints applied on top of it. Apply a primer before in this instance.

Prepare your Surface

Directions for useLike any surface being prepared to be coated, it is very important that that the surface is sound this includes being clean and free from dust. This will greatly improve the integrity of the finished application. If you require long term protection the treatment must be free from rust, removed with a wire brush and removal; product such as zinc phosphate or red lead. If the surface is new and overly smooth, treat it with a primer or roughen the surface with a wire brush.

Ensure all surfaces are clean, dry and free from dust, mill, scale and loose flaking material. Repair cracks and defective areas and treat fungal or algal growth with abicide solution as directed by the manufacturer. Still well to apply with a brush or roller. New wood should be sanded and an adequate key should be produced. Treat bare areas as new substrate then prepare accordingly. Seal container after use. Overcoating with conventional solvent-based paints will result in bleeding through.