Combined Specifications

CONTRACT FILLER Technical Data Sheet

PAL Contract Filler is a single pack, quick drying, water based filler, suitable for interior & exterior application.

RECOMMENDED USES

USE ON:

• Filling cracks & holes on surfaces where no structural movement occurs • For both interior & exterior substrates • Filling cracks & chips in walls, ceilings, doors & window frames

Timber, Masonry, Plaster, Primed metal

FEATURES & BENEFITS

Handy Tips

• Fills cracks & holes in a single application – up to 8mm thick • Pre-mixed so easy to use • Suitable for interior & exterior use • Is water & weather resistant • Smooth & durable • Is water based, so can be cleaned up with water

• • • • • • •

Paintable with oil and water based paints Easy to sand Pine in colour Fast drying Can be applied to un-primed surfaces Will not slump or shrink Convenient sizes

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. All surfaces need to be clean & dry with no loose or powdery material 2. Press PAL Contract Filler firmly into place with a filling knife 3. For deeper cavities apply in layers up to 8mm thick, allowing each layer to dry completely before applying the next layer 4. Fast dry – nail holes in 15 minutes, large holes 3 hours. Allow to dry before sanding & painting 5. Drying time will be extended in humid or cold conditions. Do not apply below 5°C 6. Once set sand to a feathered edge for a perfect finish 7. Can then paint with either acrylic or oil based paint

PRECAUTION - NOT RECOMMENDED FOR: • • • •

Not recommended for use in temperatures below 5°C Not recommended for use in wet conditions or on surfaces that are regularly underwater Not recommended for use on plastics Product is not flexible so not suitable for use between surfaces that are subject to structural movement

• PAL Contract Filler has minimal shrinkage

so there is no need for excessive overfilling.

• PAL Contract Filler can be nailed, screwed or planed & is easily sanded.

• Clean tools in water before product drys.

• Product can be reconstituted from a slightly dry form.

• Comes in 250ml, 500ml, 1lt & 4lt pots.

• Can be stained with a water based pigment or water based paint to match wood.

A Material Safety Data Sheet is available from our website or you can contact customer services on 0800 278744

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Legend Technical Data Sheet

NZ’s Premium Trade Brush The Legend Range sets a new standard of synthetic filament brushes created using 100% quality DuPont Orel Tynex Filament to deliver trade quality performance with all paints.

Hand crafted in New Zealand using the Finest Materials 100% Quality DuPont Orel® Tynex® Filament. A stainless steel ferrule is used to prolong the life of the brush.

Handcrafted by a master craftsman the PAL Contract Professional Legend gives you: DuPont Orel® Tynex® Filament Flagged Filament Tips Tapered Filaments PAL SmoothTip Technology™ Stainless Steel Ferrule Ergonomically Balanced The Legend uses only the best DuPont filaments handcrafted and styled to outperform all other trade brushes. The Orel Tynex filaments are solid, round and tapered to ensure the best painting performance.

Our patented SMOOTHTIP technology produces an evenly tapered, pre-finished bristle to provide you with an already ‘worked in’ brush straight from the packet.

Sizes & Range Legend Oval: 38mm, 50mm, 63mm, 75mm, 88mm, 100mm.

Legend Angle: Trim 38mm, 50mm, 63mm.

Legand Flat: 50mm, 63mm, 75mm.

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For handy decorating tips visit

www.paintaids.co.nz

Paint Aids Limited, PO Box 73161, Auckland Airport, Manukau 2150, New Zealand.

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AL N O I S S E F THE PRO GAP FILLER OF E C I O H C

t e e h S a t a D l ica

Techn PRODUCT

PAL Zero Gaps is a one-part water based, paintable acrylic gap filler.

DESCRIPTION PAL Zero Gaps is a general purpose, gunnable one-part water based, paintable acrylic gap filler. This easy to use, economical sealant provides excellent adhesion for gaps and low movement joints.

RECOMMENDED USES • • • •

Sealing cracks in plasterboard.

Sealing window and door frames.

Sealing around ceramic tiles.

Sealing low movement joints.

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Crack filling prior to painting.

Sealing cracks in brickwork & concrete.

Sealing between light partition walls.

Sealing skirting and architraves.

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Once cured excellent water resistance.

Slump resistant.

New Zealand made.

Low odour.

VOC = 84 grams / litre.

Meets Green Star NZ Office 2009 IEQ3.

Meets Green Star NZ Office interiors IEQ3.

FEATURES & BENEFITS • Excellent sealing and adhesion properties.

• Skins within 15 minutes.

• After 2 hours can be over-painted with acrylic paint.

• Once fully cured (2-3 days) oil based paint can be used.

• High bond strength.

PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES Typical properties after seven days cure at 25°C & 50%RH Appearance

Smooth paste like consistency

Colour

White

Chemical Type

Water based acrylic

Specific Gravity

Approximately. 1.6

Shore A Hardness

Approximately. 80

Tensile Strength (E Modulus 100%)

15N/cm

Service Temperature

-20°C to +75°C

Application Temperature

5ºC to 80ºC

Tool Working Time

15 minutes at 20°C

Tack Free Time (Skin Time)

15 minutes

Full Cure

2-3 days (depending on temperature)

Maximum Joint Movement

+5%

Maximum Joint Width

up to 25mm in localised areas

PACKAGING PAL Zero Gaps is available in 450gm (300ml) plastic cartridge in carton lots of 20.

This data sheet is for the general help of users. It is provided in good faith. The data is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Differing materials, substrates, environments, site conditions, and product storage, handling and application may affect results. Users should carry out tests to decide the product’s suitability for purpose. This data sheet and the properties of the product may change without notice. Users, suppliers and retailers should check that the data sheets they have are the latest. To the maximum extent permitted by law, PAL disclaims all warranties in relation to manufacture and use of the product. PAL is not liable for representations made by users, suppliers or retailers about the product. PAL is not liable for any loss or damage resulting from incorrect, careless, or negligent use or storage of the product, including use of out of date product. Any liability arising from use of the product is limited to the replacement or purchase price of the product. PAL does not exclude rights and remedies that cannot be excluded by legislation, for example under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993. Sale of the product by PAL is subject to the PAL New Zealand Limited Conditions and Terms of Sale. For more information on PAL, products, and conditions of use and sale visit www.paintaids.co.nz

AL N O I S S E F THE PRO GAP FILLER OF E C I O H C COVERAGE: The coverage below is approximate and is dependent on substrate conditions.

Metres per 450 gm (300 ml) Cartridge Joint Depth (mm)

Joint Width (mm) 5

10

20

5

12.8

6.4

4.2

25 3.2

10

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3.2

2.1

1.6

15

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-

1.4

1.1

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Ensure all surfaces are clean, dry and free from dust and grease.

2. Remove all loose material (including old filler) from working area.

3. Apply sealant into crack or gap by pushing PAL Zero Gaps ahead of nozzle thus ensuring that sealant contacts both sides of

the joint and is pushed firmly into place.

4. Scrape off lightly with a putty knife or similar tool dipped in clean water for a smooth, even finish.

5. Clean off excess with a damp cloth immediately.

PRECAUTION - NOT RECOMMENDED FOR: • Use underwater.

• Use where abrasion or physical abuse can be expected.

• Use sealing submerged joints.

• Application on damp substrates.

• Joints subject to movements over 10% • Do not use in external applications where rain is imminent within 4 hours.

PAINTABILITY PAL Zero Gaps can be painted over with most types of paint. In most cases PAL Zero Gaps can be painted over in 2 hours, this is dependent on gap size and depth.

In general the large the gap size the longer the drying time.

HEALTH AND SAFETY On contact, uncured sealant causes irritation. Gloves and protective goggles must be worn during application and use.

• Avoid contact with skin, eyes and avoid breathing in vapour.

• If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre.

• If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Give a glass of water.

• Wear protective gloves when mixing or using.

• If skin contact occurs, remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly for a minimum of 15 minutes and see a doctor.

CLEAN-UP

STORAGE

Water or damp cloth when still wet.

Store in cool dry conditions for a shelf life of twelve (12) months.

Store away from oxidising agents and acids.

FIRE PAL Zero Gaps is non-flammable.

PAL - Five decades of experience, designing and manufacturing paint sleeves, brushes and tools.

For handy decorating tips visit www.paintaids.co.nz Paint Aids Limited, PO Box 73161, Auckland Airport, Manukau 2150, New Zealand.

PAL and the BRUSHFERN are registered trademarks of Paint Aids Ltd. Copyright 2010 ©

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