Water-based mineral fixative, for indoors and outdoors
Zer0 Primer is a colourless, water-based mineral fixative, for indoors and outdoors, with a modified potassium poly-silicate, colloidal silica and organic polymer base.
The special formulation makes it totally free of biocides, formaldehyde and volatile organic compounds (VOC).
Zer0 Primer is equipped with reduction activity of formaldehyde concentration. Combined with a mineral finish with formaldehyde reduction properties (CalceCruda, Patina Minerale, Puro_Titanium & VOC free), it optimises functionality. The duration of the destruction process is not permanent. In fact, this property is strictly linked to environmental conditions.
Zer0 Primer represents Novacolor’s current commitment towards a “Green Approach”.
To contain the “carbon footprint” of Zer0 Primer, it is formulated with a special binder, produced with sustainable biomass replacing the fossil raw materials thanks to a “mass balance” approach. Zer0 Primer obtained REDcert2 certification for products deriving from biomass use.
Application:
- The surface must be dry, dust-free and free of salt stains caused by humidity. In most cases, light brushing is enough.
- Very worn synthetic paint should be removed using a paint stripper.
- Proceed by applying a test section of Zer0 Primer, which should be appropriately diluted, to check the treated surface does not have shiny reflections after treatment.
- In this case, dilute more.
- The best result is obtained by applying diluted Zer0 Primer with a brush, proceeding from top to bottom of the surface to treat.
- Drying time: approx. 24 hours based on the type of support, its absorption and the environmental conditions.
May also be applied over:
Zer0 Primer is specifically for impregnation and reinforcement of wall surfaces, before treatment with mineral finishes (silicates or gypsum), however it can also be used on:
- Gypsum plaster
- Two-coat plaster in cement line mortar or equivalent
- Existing smooth or thick mineral finishes
- Flaking, organic old paint
Approximate coverage yields 8–10 m2/l, per single coat, based on the type of substrate and its absorption. It is advisable to determine the real yield with a preliminary test on the specific substrate.
