- What should I do to prepare a wall for painting or wallpapering?
- The skirtings, doorframes & doors have several chipped & flaking coats of paint on them - how do I make them presentable?
- How do you make repairs when you start to peel off old wallpaper and it takes off the plaster surface as well?
- Can Smoothover be used on ceilings?
- Can Expanding Foam be used around pipes?
Polycell One Coat Stain Stop Aerosol
Polycell One Coat Stain Stop is a highly pigmented stain block aerosol paint which permanently prevents existing stains reappearing through paint. It provides one coat coverage over water stains, grease, nicotine, crayons, rust and soot.
- Permanently prevents existing stains reappearing through paint.
- One coat coverage for water stains, grease, nicotine, crayons, rust and soot.
- Also available in a paint for brush application.
- ToolsMasking tape and safety glasses.
- Difficulty levelone stars
- Pack size250ml aerosol
- Drying timeSurface dry in 15 minutes (depending on conditions)
How to apply
- Difficulty levelstarsone stars difficultylevel
Ensure surface is clean, dry and free from loose material.
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When applying it is advisable to wear eye protection.
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When stopping stains caused by water or damp, make sure that the original cause of the problem has been rectified.
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Shake well until you hear the steel pellet rattling and then continue for 1 minute more.
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Spray evenly over stain from a distance of 20-30 cm (9″-12″) until stain is fully covered.
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Allow at least 10 minutes to dry before painting or wallpapering
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For especially stubborn stains, allow Polycell Stain Stop to dry fully, then apply a second coat.
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If over painting with gloss or eggshell paint, first prime treated areas with water based paint.
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After use, invert the can and spray until nozzle is cleared to prevent clogging.
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Tools you need
- Masking tape and safety glasses.
Downloads
- PU_GB_EN_STAIN_STOP_AEROSOL
- PDF, 171.55 KB
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