A highly economical black acrylic lacquer formulated specifically for wood plank fences in the equine industry. This black fence paint dries to an extremely tough and durable semi-gloss fence colour that will not chalk, peel, or rub off. Can be applied over virtually any type of marginally prepared, painted or unpainted, surface with excellent results, making it one of the best fence paints around. This product is lead-free and safe around valuable livestock. Also makes an economical coating for barns, sheds, silos, and metal or concrete buildings. It is not recommended for interior application.
Performance Information
- The most cost-effective fence paint system currently available to the equine industry
- 4 to 6-year durability on fences
- Excellent weather protection for fences
- Will not rub off on horses or humans
- Self priming on all surfaces
- Lead-free, safe around valuable stock
- Excellent adhesion to all fence surfaces – can be applied over asphalt, creosote and CCA salt treated lumber as well as other marginally prepared surfaces.
Uses
- Plank fences
- Barns
- Run-in sheds
- Metal/concrete buildings
Characteristics
- Colour: Black
- Finish: Semi-Gloss (depends greatly on fence condition and roughness)
- Drying time (to touch) @ 77F and 50% relative humidity: overnight, but may remain slightly tacky for several days
- Flash point: 88F (PMCC)
- Viscosity: 72KU
- Re-coat: after overnight dry
- Recommended coverage rate:
- 3 & 4 board plank fence: 16 running feet per gallon (both sides)
- 1 board plank fence: 26 running feet per gallon (both sides)
- 17 posts per gallon
- Barns: 325 square feet per gallon on smooth surfaces
- Less than recommended applications will see a marked difference in durability
- Weight per gallon: 8.5 lbs
- Shelf life: 2 years (unopened, proper agitation)
- Package: 5 gal pails, 55 gal drums, bulk
Application
- Apply to clean dry fence with brush, roller or spray
- Airless spray requirements:
- Rating: 0.66 gallons per minute minimum
- Pressure: 1800 to 2500psi
- Filter: 10 mesh suction strainer, 30 mesh pump filter recommended
- Tip: .019″ to .023″
- Can be applied at any temperature, will not freeze
- Allow new wood to weather 1 to 2 months in order to reduce moisture content.
- Product will settle with time, stir with an upward motion thoroughly before applying
- Not recommended for interior applications
- Follow all label safety recommendations
- Clean up with lacquer thinner