Apple of My Eye

General

• Water based
• Suitable for interior and exterior use
• Chalk and mineral paint formulated for wooden furniture. Also suitable for laminate, powder coated radiators, UPVC, ceramic wall tiles (we recommend avoiding very wet areas like shower/bath surrounds). Can be used for internal walls – in this case, thinning with up to 10% tap water is advised to ease application.
• Also suitable for interior wood, concrete and most laminate floors with correct application – please note that maintenance may be required in these situations. 
• Minimal VOC content with virtually no odour
• UKCA and EN71-3 certified (safe for use on children’s toys) EN71-3:2013+A3:2019
• Self-priming – no primer or undercoat required
• Finish – flat, almost no sheen
• Self-sealing - does not require a top coat for durability
• Self-levelling - meaning little to no brush marks is achievable

Coverage

• A 750ml tin will provide a single coat of up to 12.5m². For a durable finish, a minimum of 2 coats is required, so your 750ml tin should provide full coverage for just over 6m² on non-porous surfaces like laminate or metal.
• 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 6m² of full coverage. If you apply the paint too thinly, durability may be affected.

Preparation

• Ensure surface is in suitable condition for painting and free from grease, wax or penetrating substances. If previously painted, remove loose or flaking paint.
• Surface preparation required in addition to the above – clean with Frenchic Sugar Soap, rinse and dry thoroughly. Hand-sand sufficiently to abrade the surface. Wipe off any dust, paint away! For a great demonstration, see our video.
• Take care on opening the tin lid – a Frenchic tin opener is recommended
• Stir thoroughly with a wide implement prior to each use

Application, drying and curing (hardening)

• Avoid painting in direct sunlight, only when the air and surface temperatures are between 10^oC and 32^oC and humidity is less than 85%. Do not apply if, in the following 48 hours, there is likelihood of rain, frost, fog, condensation or if the temperature is likely to drop lower than 10^oC
• Exterior wooden surfaces in particular can retain moisture for up to 48 hours after rainfall or preparation. Ensure the items are thoroughly dry prior to painting.
• Apply with a good quality brush or roller.  Also suitable for spraying - thin with up to 15% tap water and apply additional coat(s).
• To allow self-levelling, avoid overworking the paint
• Allow a minimum of 2 hours between coats (even if the paint feels touch dry).
• Curing (hardening) time is up to 3 weeks in normal conditions. Treat gently until curing is complete.
• For floors, to avoid damaging the finish, do not walk on the area for 4 hours after painting and then with socks for the next 7 days. Also, try to keep pet paw claws off as well during this period. Do not allow the surface to become wet for at least a week. Continue to treat with care for up to 3 weeks.

Clean up and storage

• Reseal tin after use. Clean up any spills immediately with water. Wash brushes in warm, soapy water.
• Do not store where the tin could be subjected to damp, frost, freezing or high temperatures.

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