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BMI Acrylic Primer 100

BMI Acrylic Primer 100

100% ACRYLIC PRIMER for building façades

BMI Acrylic Primer 100 is a premium 100% acrylic decorative and protective wall primer over prepared vertical, above grade concrete, EIFS, masonry and plaster/stucco substrates. BMI Acrylic Primer 100 can be used on either interior or exterior surfaces. BMI Acrylic Primer 100 is available in light or dark tint bases and can be integrally colored with Colorfast Pigment System.

  • Reduced efflorescence
  • Enhances uniformity, coverage, and appearance of acrylic and elastomeric finishes
  • Vapor Permeable
  • Water base VOC compliant
  • Meets SCAQMD Rule 1113 when colored with Colorfast pigments
  • Suitable under dark colors and Swirl finishes
BMI Acrylic Primer 100
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Usage

BMI Acrylic Primer 100 is designed to be used over:
  • High pH cementitious surfaces such as stucco
  • Tilt-up concrete in interior/exterior applications
  • EIFS
  • Prepared masonry and brick
  • Stem and foundation walls
  • Drywall
  • Cement board
  • Sealed gypsum plaster
Primer for acrylic and elastomeric finishes   

Advantages

  • Reduced efflorescence
  • Enhances uniformity, coverage, and appearance of acrylic and elastomeric finishes
  • Vapor Permeable
  • Water base VOC compliant
  • Meets SCAQMD Rule 1113 when colored with Colorfast pigments
  • Suitable under dark colors and Swirl finishes

Packaging

Net weight 60 lb (27.2 Kg) in plastic 5 gal (18.9 L) pail.

Color

Factory tinted to desired color

Product Details

Product Information

Chemical Base

  • Binder base: 100% acrylic polymer
  • Water base: VOC Compliant
  • Pigment base: Titanium Dioxide

Shelf Life

15 months in original, unopened and undamaged container.

Storage Conditions

Store dry at 40–95 °F (4–35 °C). Protect direct sunlight, moisture, and freezing. If frozen, discard material. Do not stack more than 3 pails high.

Density

13.15 lb/gal at 68°F (20°C)

pH-Value

8.0-10.0

Solid content by weight

68.95%

Solid content by volume

50.95%

Application

Application Information

Ambient Air Temperature

40–100 °F (4–37.8 °C).

Substrate Temperature

40–100 °F (4–37.8 °C).

Waiting / Recoat Times

Approximately 0.5 to 4 hours depending on ambient temperature, humidity and film thickness. High humidity and low temperatures will extend drying time.
Consumption

Coverage

Theoretical Coverage: 1600–2000 ft2 (150–185 m2)/per pail

Coverage is dependent on surface profile, porosity of substrate, unavoidable variation in applied film thickness, loss and waste. Normal coating system is one coat.
Application steps

MIXING

Mix with a drill mixer and jiffler paddle or similar paddle for 1 minute or until consistent prior to use. Do not exceed 400 rpm when mixing or the product could be air entrained which will increase "pin-holing" and decrease bonding characteristics. If primer is not factory tinted, add liquid color to the pail of BMI Acrylic Primer 100. Make sure all the color is added by rinsing out the color vial with water into the pail. Up to 1 gallon (3.78L) of cool, clean potable water may be added to BMI Acrylic Primer 100 until desired consistency is achieved.

APPLICATION

BMI Acrylic Primer 100 may be applied with brush, roller or approved spray equipment. If rolling, apply evenly not allowing roller marks. For spray applications, strain the material using a paint strainer. If spraying material, spray in a side to side or up and down pattern. Always apply BMI Acrylic Primer 100 in a continuous application, working to a wet edge to avoid cold joints. Avoid water drops and runs on uncured material. When cutting-in with a brush around edges of the system; do not allow a buildup of primer. If buildup is present, it will produce a visible and unsightly difference in the finish applied over it. BMI Acrylic Primer 100 must be completely dry before any acrylic or elastomeric finish can be applied over it.

CLEANING OF TOOLS

Water soluble prior to drying. Clean tools and equipment with water immediately after use.

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