Hempel Wood Impreg is a clear alkyd oil with excellent penetration properties. It is used to impregnate wood before applying varnish or paint.
Recommended use:
Can be used as a first coat on wood and solid wood surfaces, both indoors and outdoors above the waterline.
Product safety:
Flash point: 39°C [102°F]
VOC content: 579 g/L [4.83 lb/US gal]
Handling:
Handle with care. Read the warning labels on the packaging and paint containers before use.
Follow local and national regulations. For further information, please refer to Hempel's Material Safety Data Sheet.
Product information:
Product code: 02362
Standard shade/code: Transparent 00000
Dry matter content: 25 ± 2%
Specific gravity: 0.8 kg/L [7 lb/US gal]
Dry film thickness, reference: 20 microns [0.8 mils]
Surface Preparation:
Remove oil, grease and other contaminants with a suitable detergent.
New building:
The surface must be dry and clean before application.
The moisture content must be below 16%.
Maintenance and Repair:
Previously treated wood: Remove dust and loose material.
Diffusion:
Thinner: Hempel Thinner 811
Cleaning agent: Hempel Thinner 811
Application method:
Brush: Thinning 20%
Theoretical Yield:
13 m²/L [530 sq ft/US gal]
The spraying speed depends on the surface roughness, porosity and application method.
Painting conditions:
Apply only to a dry, clean surface with a temperature at least 3°C ??[5°F] above the dew point.
Drying and Overpainting:
The relative humidity must be below 85% during drying and curing.
Drying time:
Surface temperature 10°C [50°F]: Touch dry 12 hours.
Surface temperature 20°C [68°F]: Touch dry 6 hours.
Condensation on the freshly applied layer should be avoided.
Other Notes:
Mix well before use.
Depending on the porosity of the wood, apply 2-4 coats wet on wet.
Let the oil absorb into the wood.
Wipe off excess with a lint-free cloth to prevent a film from forming.
Let dry.
Storage:
Shelf life: 60 months from date of manufacture in unopened original packaging.
Store in accordance with local legislation, at a temperature of 5°C [41°F], protected from direct sunlight, rain and snow.
Safety data sheet: