Overview
Owatrol Oxid Vernis is a clear varnish formulated with polyurethane-modified alkyd resins, designed specifically for new or oxidised metals treated with Owatrol Oil. Maintaining the natural look of the surface, Oxid Vernis combines performance with easy application for long-lasting results. Oxid Vernis offers high UV resistance, ensuring durability both indoors and outdoors. Perfect for a variety of metal surfaces such as gates, furniture, fences, and ornaments, this varnish can be effortlessly applied to horizontal or vertical surfaces while preserving the substrate's natural appearance.
- Decorates, protects, and weatherproofs with high UV resistance.
- Suitable for new or oxidised surfaces, including both ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
- Can be used Indoor & Outdoor* (*Matt finish: interior use only)
- Ideal for highly humid interior environments.
Area | Interior & Exterior |
Recommended Use | Use on new or oxidised metals that have previously been treated with Owatrol Oil and where the natural look of the surface is to be maintained. Can be used Indoor & Outdoor* (*Matt finish: interior use only) |
Base | Solvent Based |
Coverage | Up to 18m2 per litre |
Drying Time | Touch dry: 5 hours, Recoat: 24 hours, Dry: 24 hours, depending on temperature and humidity |
Re-Coat Time | 24 Hours |
Recommended Coats | 2 Coats |
Application Method | Brush, Roller, Airless Spray |
Clean Up | Remove as much product as possible from the equipment before cleaning with white spirit |
Preparation
Surfaces must be clean, dry and free of all grease, oil, salt and other surface contamination
- Use an appropriate solvent depending on the substrate and contamination e.g. Acetone or Owaclean, to clean the surface prior to any of the following preparation processes.
- Round off any sharp edges to allow better film build.
Application
- Use As Is
- Do Not Thin
- Stir well before and during use.
- Apply 1st coat of Oxid Vernis and allow to dry 24 hours.
- Sand surface with 280 grit abrasive and thoroughly dust off.
- Apply 2nd coat of Oxid Vernis.
Always follow manufacturer's instructions found on the tin
Aftercare & Storage
- For the first 14 days do not clean Oxid Vernis with water.
- Do not use aggressive chemical cleaners to remove grease or any other type of dirt that has accumulated on the surface