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Uses
Volvox Natural Resin Emulsion is
designed for use on all interior walls and ceilings such as previously painted
surfaces, new and old plaster, wood, walls covered in lining paper / wallpaper
and most sound mineral surfaces. It is available in Scrubbable and Washable versions.
Properties
- Helps to improve indoor air quality.
- Allows surfaces to breathe.
- Absorbs variations in humidity.
- Contains no plastic, eliminating static.
- Natural ingredients result in no lingering chemical smells.
- Fully biodegradable.
- Excellent coverage.
- Washable, long lasting surface (conforms to DIN53778).
- Mix with earth and mineral pigments for beautiful natural hues.
Colours
Brilliant white. The emulsion also acts
as the base for the addition of Holzweg / Volvox Natural Earth and
Mineral Pigments.
Containers
Supplied in 5 and 10 litre containers.
Coverage
Scrubbable: Approximately 6-8 m² per litre.
Washable: Approximately 7-10 m² per litre.
Preparation
Normal painting procedure applies i.e.
surfaces to be painted should be dry, grease free, dust free and sound. All
existing coats that are water-soluble, such as whitewash or some older types
of distemper must be washed off before painting. Ideally wash down other surfaces
thoroughly. Remove loose particles of old paint with a brush or scraper. Gloss
paints or lacquers must be sanded. Treat any gritty or inherently dusty surfaces
with Holzweg/Volvox Silicate Primer before applying the emulsion to stabilise
the surface.
Colour Mixing
A wide range of natural colours
can be obtained by adding Holzweg / Volvox Natural Earth and
Mineral Pigments.
The pigment should be pre-soaked in water before being added to the emulsion.
Simply pour the desired amount of pigment in to a jam jar, or similar container
with a lid, add enough water to make a pigment solution and shake to ensure
that all the pigment is soaked. Leave this mixture for at least 5 minutes then
add to the emulsion and stir in well. The tinted emulsion is now ready to use.
Application
Apply the emulsion with a brush, roller or spray gun in a thin, even coat.
Spread it evenly in all directions. Thick coats should be avoided. For the scrubbable, on average
a minimum of two coats is recommended for even, solid coverage. For the washable, on light-coloured surfaces one coat is normally enough. On very absorbent
surfaces such as fresh plaster, it is advisable to first apply a diluted priming
or ‘mist’ coat
by adding 20 – 30 % water to the emulsion, before applying the final
coat(s). Each coat must be allowed to dry completely before the next one is applied.
If painting flat, smooth surfaces the best results can be achieved by thinning
the paint with 10% water prior to use.
Drying times
The emulsion can be painted over
after 6-12 hours, depending on room temperature and relative humidity. The
surface should be completely dry and washable after about 10 days.
Cleaning
Clean tools and brushes in warm water.
Storage
Keep containers tightly sealed in a cool
place (temperature must remain above freezing). Paint in unopened containers
should remain useable for up to 6 months.
Ingredients
Water, chalk talcum, marble dust, latex (washable only), cellulose, titanium oxide pigment,
vinegar ester, sodium phosphates, 0.1% synthetic preservative.
Safety
Volvox Natural Resin Emulsion is
completely biodegradable.
Risk class
None (non-inflammable).