Graffiti Magic™ Anti Graffiti
Paint - Surface Suitability Guide
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Suitability |
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Brickwork |
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Suitable
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Ideally suited. Depending on the porosity of the brick, substrate may darken on application of Graffiti Magic. To prevent darkening and retain the original colour of the brick, seal with one coat of Non Darkening Sealer prior to application of Graffiti Magic.
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Concrete / Render Fibro Cement |
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Suitable
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Ideally suited. Concrete, render, fibro-cement are porous substrates that will darken on application of Graffiti Magic. To prevent darkening seal with one coat of Non Darkening Sealer prior to application of Graffiti Magic. |
Treated Timber |
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Suitable
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Suitable, i.e. sound attenuation barriers. Timber will darken slightly on application of Graffiti Magic.
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Sandstone |
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Suitable over appropriate sealer
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Suitable, however it is recommended that surface is sealed with one coat of Non Darkening Sealer to retain the original natural features and to avoid darkening of the substrate.
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Textured Finishes |
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Suitable over appropriate basecoat/sealer
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Suitable for textured finishes when applied over the appropriate base coat or sealer.
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Signage and Murals |
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Test for adhesion to assess for suitability
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Graffiti Magic does not adhere well to some plastics and painted surfaces. Adhesion should be checked on all signage or mural surfaces.
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Metals |
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Test for adhesion
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Generally recommended for most metals including Galvanised Steel, Aluminium, Bronze, etc. However adhesion tests should always be carried out prior to application of Graffiti Magic to metal surfaces to determine suitability.
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Painted Surfaces
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Always consult the paint manufacturer before application of Graffiti Magic to any painted surface. |
Graffiti Magic should NOT be used over painted surfaces unless approved by the manufacturer. Many decorative paints will soften and stain when aggressive cleaning agents are used to remove graffiti. Graffiti Magic will NOT protect against staining and may lose adhesion if inappropriate graffiti cleaning agents have been used. |
Untreated or Painted Timber |
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Not suitable |
Not recommended on untreated or pre-painted timber surfaces. Timber is an unstable substrate and generally requires repainting more frequently than stable substrates. Graffiti Magic is a clear coating and does not protect untreated timber against the effects of ultra violet (UV) sunlight. |
Refer
to Adhesion Test Method
When Graffiti Magic is to be employed over existing paint work, signage or murals, etc. adhesion
should be checked over all surfaces as follows to ensure suitability:-Finger dab Graffiti Magic to a small area of substrate (5-10 cm2 is sufficient) and allow to dry overnight.
For signage and murals, after sufficient dry time has elapsed, rub firmly across the test area with a finger to check for loss of adhesion.
For other painted surfaces, rub firmly with a rag soaked with White Spirit then finger rub across the test area as for signage and murals.
If there is no evidence of adhesion loss Graffiti Magic can be applied to a surface.
The above information to the best of our knowledge is true and accurate and based upon current test data and is supplied for your guidance only. Customers should satisfy themselves to the suitability of the product in its intended use and no guarantee is given or implied since the conditions of actual use are beyond our control. We disclaim any liability for loss, damage or other expense arising from the use of information, data or products mentioned or referred to and reserve the right to change any details or specifications without notice.
