Product Description
Rosco Tough Prime is a unique water-based primer with special properties that allow it to bond to the hard-to-prime materials found in every scene shop. Available in White and Black, Tough Prime covers many surfaces, including PVC plastics, aluminum and other metals, foams and plastics, muslin, wood, and foamcore. This quick drying acrylic primer dries to a durable, water-resistant coating which can be painted over with virtually any paint, water or solvent based.
Use Tough Prime White (Satin Finish) to prepare almost any surface for painting. Tough Prime can be used to prime Vinyl Projection Screen and Dance Floor, even carpet.
Use Tough Prime Black (Egg-Shell Finish) is perfect for stage floors and proscenium arches, resisting scuffs and abrasions while providing a rich black finish.
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Finish White: Satin, Black: Egg-Shell
Solvent Water
Binder Type Acrylic polymer
Dilution Use Tough Prime undiluted for most applications. When applying by brush, it may be necessary to dilute with water to achieve the proper viscosity.
Surface Preparation Surfaces should be clean, dry and free from dirt and grease. If painting over an existing paint finish, remove any loose material with a brush. When painting over solvent based finishes, or high gloss surfaces, use fine sandpaper or steel wool to giv
Application Stir contents before use. Do not shake. Apply by brush, roller, or spray gun. Apply in even, uniform coats, using a good quality brush or roller. Use overlapping strokes, keeping a wet edge. Change roller direction often to avoid patterns and streaki
Compatibility Tough Prime is compatible with Rosco Scenic Paints and most other paints as well. Always test before using if unsure. Tough Prime can be tinted using Supersaturated Rosco Scenic Paint, colorants and other water-based paints.
Film Thickness 3 mil. Dry Film
Coverage Approximately 300 sq. ft. per gallon (28 sq. m. per 3.79L), depending on application method and substrate.
Avg. Dry Time At 75°F (24°C) Dries to the touch in 30-45 minutes. Can be re-coated in 1-2 hours.
Clean-Up Soap and water.
Shelf Life Minimum 24 months.
Caution Do not apply when surface or air temperatures are below 50°F (10°C). Keep from freezing. Avoid prolonged contact with skin or breathing of spray. Do not take internally. Use adequate ventilation. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
