Zinsser Gardz
- 500ml
- 1L
- 2.5L
- 5L
£5.99 - £34.99
1
- 500ml
- 1L
- 2.5L
- 5L
£5.99 - £34.99
1
A water-based primer sealer for porous and potentially problematic surfaces. Sinks in and forms a hard surface to paint over.
Features
- A sealer for problem surfaces, seals and repairs drywall
- Perfect for drywall, crumbling and friable surfaces
- Can also be used as an alkaline surface primer
- Dries clear for maximum compatibility
- Drying time: 3 hours
- Coverage: 10 m2
- Coats: 1
- Coverage: 11 m2
Overview
Overview
Zinsser Gardz forms a durable and protective layer of porous and chalky surfaces, building a hard, water-tight platform for a wide variety of paint topcoats. Perfect for damaged and new drywall, spackling and joint compound skim coats, plaster, uncoated wallpaper, textured paint and builder's flat paint. Can also be used as a primer for high pH, alkaline surfaces, such as areas previously exposed to paint stripper.
- Need a primer for chalky or peeling and cracking surfaces instead? See Zinsser Peel Stop
Preparation
Preparation
For the best results, ensure surfaces to be painted are sound, clean, dry and free from dirt, dust or any other surface contaminants.
- Repair any cracks and holes with a suitable filler
- Remove any loose or peeling paint with a scraper, special precautions should be taken during the surface preparation of pre-1960's paint surfaces over wood and metal as they may contain harmful amounts of lead
- Allow plaster to cure for at least 24 hours before applying Gardz
- Any residual wallpaper adhesive should be removed using Zinsser DIF Wallpaper Stripper
- Seal stains with a stain blocking primer, such as Zinsser Cover Stain
- Cut away loose or torn drywall facing paper and sand back with p80 sandpaper until a sound area is reached
- If the drywall is gouged, remove loose pieces of gypsum core
- Skim coated or spackled areas should be sanded smooth with p100 sandpaper
- Alkaline surfaces need to be neutralised down to a pH of 12.5 or lower
Application
Application
Always do a test area before starting any project to assess product suitability. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions on the tin. Use only in well-ventilated areas.
- Stir thoroughly before and during use, making sure to include pigment gathered in the top and bottom creases of the tin
- 1 coat is recommended, best applied with a brush, low profile roller or airless sprayer, thinning is not recommended
- Once dry, Zinsser Gardz may be coated with any type of paint, primer and is compatible with all types of joint compounds and spackling pastes
- Wallpaper can be applied directly over this product, however some types of wallpaper and translucent wallcoverings may require an additional coat of an opaque primer
Technical Specification
Technical Specification
Brand:
Drying time:
3 hours
Coverage:
10 m2
Coats:
1
Location:
Interior
Coverage:
11 m2
Sizes:
500ml1L2.5L5L
Datasheets:
Suitable for:
LoungeBathroomKitchenDining RoomHallwayBedroomNurseryOfficeGarageClassroomGames roomLoftCellarPlayroom
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