SML Shield Undercoat
Description
SML Shield Undercoat is a versatile, single-pack primer offering excellent adhesion to steel, aluminium, and wood surfaces. It can also serve as a matt topcoat, providing good corrosion protection and a durable finish. Available in a wide range of colours, it allows for aesthetic flexibility. Compared to similar products, Shield Undercoat stands out for its dual functionality as both primer and topcoat, simplifying application processes and reducing the need for multiple products.
Supplied by SML Paints and available in over 300 colours in 2.5L tins
Key Features
- Single pack alkyd primer
- Easy to use
- Cost effective solution
- Very good adhesion
- Good corrosion protection
- Excellent coverage
- 2.5L tin sizes
Suitability
- Suitable for steel, aluminium, GRP, concrete and wood
- Can also be used as a matt topcoat
- Above water
- Interior and exterior
Specification
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | SML |
| Paint Protection | Anti-Corrosive |
| Paint Type | Primer |
| Paint Components | Single Pack |
| Ease of Use | Excellent |
| Substrate Suitability | Wood, Stainless Steel, Mild Steel, GRP, Galvanised Steel, Concrete, Aluminium |
| Surface Adhesion | Very Good |
| Above / Below Waterline | Above Water |
| Water Resistance | Good |
| Abrasion Resistance | Good |
| Chemical Resistance | Good |
| Solvent Resistance | Good |
| Interior / Exterior Use | Exterior, Interior |
| UV Resistance | Good |
| Gloss Level | Matt |
| Gloss Retention | Good |
| Colour Retention | Good |
| Flexibility | Good |
| Application Method | Airless Spray, Brush, Conventional Airspray, Roller |
| Recommended Coats (Brush / Roller) | 1-2 |
| Chemical Composition | Alkyd |
| Brand Range | Shield |
| Brush or Roller Coverage Rate (m2 / L) | 12 |
| Cured for Service 10C (days) | 4 |
| Cured for Service 23C (days) | 3 |
| Dry to Overcoat 10C (hours) | 24 |
| Dry to Overcoat 23C (hours) | 16 |
| Full Curing Time 10C (days) | 7 |
| Full Curing Time 23C (days) | 4 |
| Max Dry Film Thickness per Coat (microns) | 50 |
| Max Overcoating Time without Sanding (days) | 90 |
| Min Dry Film Thickness per Coat (microns) | 30 |
| Product Type | Paint |
| Self-Priming | No |