MIROTONE PC pre-catalysed furniture lacquer information guide
This application guide will provide information on the application of MIROCAT PC furniture lacquer.
Health and Safety
before applying any of our products please consider your safety and the safety of others. The Paint Factory highly recommends reading the Safety Data Sheet on the product which you can do on the Data Sheets Page. Always ensure you are wearing the right Personal Protective Equipment and consider the health of others and the environment.
Application
Step 1: Surface preparation
Surface must be free from dust, grease, dirt and all contaminants. MIROSOL 1231 Wax & Grease remover can be used to wash the surface to remove wax and grease. Fill all defects with a water based wood filler (i.e. cracks, holes etc).
Step 2: Sanding for sealer
Sand wood with 180-240 grit paper. Sand MDF with 240-320 grit paper. Remove all dust using an air gun and clean lint free cloth.
Step 3: Staining if needed
If required, prepare and stain substrate per the directions on the MIROSTAIN product data sheet.
Step 4: Sealer application
Apply one of the following sealers/ undercoats per the instructions on the relevant data sheet:
- MIROCAT PC 3241 Clear Sealer
- MIROCAT PC 3244 Clear Sealer
- MIROCAT PC 3241 Clear Sealer
- MIROCAT PC 3244 Clear Sealer
Step 5: Toning if needed
If required to provide extra depth of colour, add up to 10% by volume MIROSTAIN 2001, 2010 (Dye Stain) or unreduced MIROSTAIN 2616 (Pigment Stain). Apply in light even coats over sealed wood to obtain the depth of colour.
Step 6: Sanding for topcoat
Allow to dry per the technical data sheet and sand with 280-320 grit paper just prior to top coating. Use 400-500 grit paper where a high gloss finish is being applied. Remove all sanding dust.
Step 7: Apply topcoat
Apply two coats of one of the listed topcoats per the directions on the technical data sheet:
- MIROCAT PC 3210 Clear Topcoat
- MIROCAT PC 3220 Clear Topcoat
The following application technique is recommended for full gloss coatings:
- Apply a light ‘tack’ coat (100-125 WFT)
- Allow 1 – 5 minutes to flash off (depending upon temperature)
- Apply a second even wet coat.
- MIROCAT PC 3210 Clear Topcoat
- MIROCAT PC 3220 Clear Topcoat
The following application technique is recommended for full gloss coatings:
- Apply a light ‘tack’ coat (100-125 WFT)
- Allow 1 – 5 minutes to flash off (depending upon temperature)
- Apply a second even wet coat.
Application methods
Suction Gun
Use 1.5 to 2mm (59-79 thou) orifice with 350-400kpa (50-55 psi).
Pressure Pot
Use 1.5 to 2mm (59-79 thou) orifice with pressure pot air-cap. Gun pressure 350-400kpa (50-55 psi) and a pot pressure of 45kpa (6 psi) max.
Airless Spray
Use 0.23 to 0.33mm (9-13 thou) orifice, 15cm fan (dependent on job) with regulated pump pressure of 350-400kpa (50-55 psi).
Air Mix Guns
Settings similar to airless spray with the air-assisted regulator pressure at 70-90kpa (10-15psi).
Use 1.5 to 2mm (59-79 thou) orifice with 350-400kpa (50-55 psi).
Pressure Pot
Use 1.5 to 2mm (59-79 thou) orifice with pressure pot air-cap. Gun pressure 350-400kpa (50-55 psi) and a pot pressure of 45kpa (6 psi) max.
Airless Spray
Use 0.23 to 0.33mm (9-13 thou) orifice, 15cm fan (dependent on job) with regulated pump pressure of 350-400kpa (50-55 psi).
Air Mix Guns
Settings similar to airless spray with the air-assisted regulator pressure at 70-90kpa (10-15psi).
Source
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We would like to thank Mirotone NZ Ltd for providing us with this information.
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