International Gold Spar Varnish


	Goldspar
	Varnishes
	Quick Drying Polyurethane Yacht Varnish

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The polyurethane resin gives a tough finish for interior and exterior use. Resistant to hot water, mild acids and alkalis. The quick drying formulation minimises dust contamination.

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Colour	YVA213-Clear
Finish	High Gloss
Specific Gravity	0.9
Volume Solids	45.5%
Typical Shelf Life	2 yrs
VOC (As Supplied)	437 g/lt
Unit Size	375 ml 750 ml 2.5 Lt 5 Lt

DRYING/OVERCOATING INFORMATION


Drying
5ºC	15ºC	23ºC	35ºC

Touch Dry [ISO]

8hrs

5hrs

2hrs

1hrs

	Overcoating
	Substrate Temperature
	5ºC		15ºC		23ºC		35ºC
Overcoated By	Min	Max	Min	Max	Min	Max	Min	Max

Goldspar	24hrs	4days	15hrs	3days	6hrs	2days	4hrs	1days

APPLICATION AND USE

Preparation	PREVIOUSLY VARNISHED WOOD: In Good Condition: Clean with thinners. Sand smooth with 280-320 grade paper. Remove sanding dust with thinners. In Poor Condition: Remove all previous coatings. BARE WOOD: Sand smooth with 80-180 grade paper and then 280 grade paper. Remove sanding dust by brushing, dusting and wiping. If wiping with solvent then allow to dry completely before applying the first coat. Priming bare wood:: Apply Intertox or UCP. If UCP has been omitted thin the first coat by 10-15% with Thinners No.1.

Method	Apply a minimum of 3 unthinned coats, more if using a roller.

Hints	Mixing Stir well before use. Thinner YTA800,YTA085 Thinners No.1 Thinners No.3 Cleaner YTA800 Thinners No.1 Airless Spray Pressure: 176-210 bar. Tip Size: 1365-1580. Conventional Spray Pressure: 2-3 bar. Tip Size: 1.1-1.4 mm. Thin 25-30% with Thinners No.3 Roller If applying by roller, lay off with a brush or pad otherwise air bubbles may become trapped in the film. Other For Airmix spray application: Pressure: 2 bar. Tip Size: 06-113. For best results sand lightly between coats with 320-400 grade paper. Avoid using direct from the can. Pour the amount you expect to use in a separate container.

Some Important Points	Only use recommended thinners. Use above the waterline only. Avoid painting in direct sunlight. Product temperature should be minimum 15°C and maximum 35°C. Ambient temperature should be minimum 5°C/40°F and maximum 35°C/95°F. Substrate temperature should be minimum 5°C/40°F and maximum 35°C/95°F.

Compatibility/Substrates	Suitable for use on all types of wood except direct application on oily timbers such as Teak and Iroko.

Number of Coats	3 minimum

Coverage	(Theoretical) - 12.00 (m²/lt)

Recommended DFT	34 microns dry by brush
Recommended WFT	75 microns wet by brush

Application Methods	Brush, Roller, Conventional Spray, Airmix, Airless Spray

TRANSPORTATION,STORAGE AND SAFETY INFORMATION

Storage	GENERAL INFORMATION: Exposure to air and extremes of temperature should be avoided. For the full shelf life of Goldspar to be realised ensure that between use the container is firmly closed and the temperature is between 5°C/40°F and 35°C/95°F. Keep out of direct sunlight. TRANSPORTATION: Goldspar should be kept in securely closed containers during transport and storage.

Safety	GENERAL: Read the label safety section for Health and Safety Information, also available from our Technical Help Line. DISPOSAL: Do not discard tins or pour paint into water courses, use the facilities provided. It is best to allow paints to harden before disposal. Remainders of Goldspar cannot be disposed of through the municipal waste route or dumped without permit. Disposal of remainders must be arranged for in consultation with the authorities.

IMPORTANT NOTES

The information given in this sheet is not intended to be exhaustive. Any person using the product without first making further written enquiries as to the suitability of the product for the intended purpose does so at their own risk and we can accept no responsibility for the performance of the product or for any loss or damage (other than death or personal or injury resulting from negligence) arising out of such use. The information contained in this sheet is liable to modification from time to time in the light of experience and our policy of continuous product development.

and International are registered trademarks of Akzo Nobel.


			Ref: Issue Date: Supersedes:	05000088 4-Sep-2004 3-Dec-2003