Hi, I was thinking of giving two coats to the inside of some new timber planters I am making. Do you know if this would be ok and not effect any vegetables I intend to grow in the planters? Apply with a good quality brush or roller. Also suitable for spraying - thin with up to 15% tap water and apply additional coat(s).

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We have also been asked what products can be painted over a previously bitumen painted concrete roof. Generally, it is fine to paint a bitumen paint over another bitumen product; if the reason for painting is to change the colour, then consider a bituminous barn paint like Carbolustre or Green bitumen paint. Also suitable for interior wood, concrete and most laminate floors with correct application – please note that maintenance may be required in these situations. Always ensure you have enough paint for your whole project. When more than 1 tin of the same colour is needed, it is good practice to ensure batch numbers are identical or to intermix batches prior to commencing painting.Sure, a professional would never recommend doing such a thing - the cumulative sharp intakes of breath alone would deem against it. We don’t have any exact figures on this except to say that a bitumen coating would increase the overall lifespan. The steel will be hot dip galvanized (120 micron) and coated with epoxy paint. However, we intend providing an additional two coats of bitumen paint taken up to 50mm above ground level (tarmac path). Ready to use, this Everbuild paint should not be thinned and can be applied by spray or brush. A minimum of two layers should be added to the surface. The first coating should be left to dry before applying the second which typically takes two to four hours depending on weather conditions.

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Wood is prone to expansion and contraction in a way that is not replicated in masonry, it is flexible. Manufacturers will take into account the natural characteristics of the substrate when formulating coatings for a specific purpose. This is especially true in the choice of binder and the modifications which may be made to it. It is not wise to use bituminous paints on general painted surfaces. If applied over existing paint the solvent may soften the paint beneath. If subsequently painted over with an ordinary oil paint then it will bleed through. Reseal tin after use. Clean up any spills immediately with water. Wash brushes in warm, soapy water.Best results are obtained in warm (minimum 10°C), dry conditions and we recommend application of 2 coats. Use Conventional or HVLP spray, brush or roller. Our bitumen paint products For ferrous metal, treat rust, remove any loose or flaking coatings and sand smooth - in these circumstances, we recommend 2 coats of Frenchic Finishing Coat as a base for the paint.

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A 750ml tin will provide a single coat of up to 12.5m 2. For a durable finish, a minimum of 2 coats is required, so your 750ml tin should provide full coverage for just over 6m 2 on non-porous surfaces like laminate or metal. Limited Edition 500ml tins will provide a single coat of up to 8. 5m 2 . Carbosil Bitumen Aluminium is for over-coating bitumen-based surfaces. It helps protect surfaces from heat/UV light damage, with a decorative coating and will enhance the lifespan of bitumen-type roofing materials. The flexible, heat resistant and solar reflective surface has outstanding weather resistance and durability. Ideal for use on roof structures, storage tanks, silos, mobile homes and caravan roofs. Reflects heat in the summer and insulates in the winter.It stays quite soft and gives a rubbish finish which is why it is probably not mentioned that it is for wood - though it can be used for it. It’s frequently used on metal guttering, fire escapes, stairways, ladders, railings and fences. In the marine sector, bitumen paints are commonly used on boat hulls. Porous, or ‘thirsty’ surfaces like bare wood or MDF, tend to absorb paint meaning additional coats are likely to be required to achieve a durable finish. In this case, your 750ml tin will provide less than 6m 2 of full coverage. If you apply the paint too thinly, durability may be affected. Metal protection - corrugated iron sheets, fire escapes, stairways, ladders, storage tanks, gutters, downpipes, fences, railings, gates etc. I have looked at several makes of bitumen paint, and there are several which include wood in their list of uses, so it does seem that you can apply bitumen paint to wood in accordance with given instructions.