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Tikkurila PRODUCT DATA SHEET
11.03.2008

Valtti Akvacolor - Waterborne translucent wood finish

DESCRIPTION Waterborne semi-transparent matt wood finish for use on exterior wood.
PRODUCT FEATURES Timber cladding, weatherboarding, windows, facias, fencing, sheds, garden furniture, log cabins, etc. Do not use Valtti Akvacolor for any other purposes than those indicated in the instructions for use.
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TECHNICAL DATA
  The paint is suitable for exterior walls The paint is water-borne Tool: spray Tool: brush
The coverage of the paint on rough surfaces
4
The coverage of the paint on smooth surfaces
12
Base paints EP
Gloss grade undefined
Coverage Smooth wood: 8-12 m2/litre per coat.  Sawn wood: 4-8 m2/litre per coat.  Actual spreading rates will depend upon many factors including texture, porosity and moisture content of the substrate.
Can sizes 0.9 l, 2.7 l, 9 l and 18 l
Thinner Water
Application method Brush or spray.
For airless spray: use a 0.009” – 0.013” spray tip.
Note: polyester and nylon paint brushes are best suited for the application of Valtti Akvacolor.

Drying time at 23°C and 50% relative air humidity Touch-dry after 2-3 hours and recoatable after 24 hours.  Low temperature and high humidity will make drying times longer. Avoid mechanical stress for the first few days.
Solids volume Approx. 22% depending upon the colour.
Density n. 1.0 kg/l, ISO 2811.
Storage Protect from frost.
Product code 4500070P

APPLICATION DETAILS
Application conditions All surfaces to be painted must be dry, the moisture content of the wood below 20%, the temperature of the air at least +5 ºC, and the relative humidity of the air below 80%.
Preparation Surfaces must be clean, dry and free from grease, dirt, oil, wax, all loose material and surface contamination. Use recommended Tikkurila products for mould removal and cleaning. Fill cracks, joints, nail holes, etc. with a good quality wood filler. Ensure that existing glossy, previously stained and filled surfaces are thoroughly flatted down so as to ensure adequate absorption of Valtti Akvacolor in to the surface of the wood. Make sure that timber cladding, weatherboarding and timber glazing beads, etc. are adequately fastened with non-corrosive fixings. Valtti Akvacolor is not recommended for use with linseed oil putty. Good quality non-setting glazing compounds which form a protective skin should be used in accordance with manufacturers instructions. Particular attention with regards to preparation should be given to wood such as Oak, Teak, Cedar, Douglas Fir, Mahogany and Idigbo, etc. which contain oil and water soluble tannin which may impair the drying, hardening or adhesion of surface coatings.
Priming A priming coat of Valtti Base or Valtti Akvabase should be applied to all exterior wood which has not been pre-treated or vacuum impregnated with an approved wood preservative. Apply liberally on end grain.
Treatment Stir thoroughly before and during use. Apply two coats of Valtti Akvacolor overall, working in the direction of the wood grain. Apply liberally on the end grain. Protect plants from splashes of Valtti Akvacolor and Valtti Base.
Cleaning of tools Clean with water and soap immediately after use.
EU VOC 2004/42/EC-limit value (cat A/f) 130g/l(2010)

HEALTH AND SAFETY CLASSIFICATION Contains: 3-Iodo-2-propynyl butylcarbamate (0,9 w-%) and cobalt octoate. May produce an allergic reaction. Avoid contact with skin. Use only in well ventilated areas. If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. Keep out of the reach of children. A Material Safety Data Sheet is available on request.Material Safety Data Sheet - VALTTI Akvacolor
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND WASTE DISPOSAL This product must not be poured down drains, into waterways or onto the soil. Any product remaining unused and dried paint waste must be disposed of as hazardous waste. Dry, empty sales packaging can be taken to a metal bank for recycling or to a public landfill site.
TRANSPORT VAK/ADR -
ssa110308/mli201106/akk240408/lko191106/450-s

The above information, based on laboratory tests and practical experience, has been proved valid at the date marked on the product data sheet. The quality of the product is ensured by our operational system, based on the requirements of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001. As a manufacturer we cannot be responsible for any damages caused by using the product against our instructions or for inappropriate purposes.

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