Use and Care Manual

WARNING! IRRITANT CAUSES EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION. MAY CAUSE
RESPIRATORY TRACT IRRITATION. Avoid contact with skin and eyes and avoid breathing
vapors, spray mist and sanding dust. Sanding, grinding or abrading may release sanding dust, which
may be harmful if inhaled and has been shown to cause lung damage or cancer with long term
exposure. Do not breathe dusts, vapor, or spray mist. To avoid breathing in dust, vapors, and spray
mist, open windows and doors or use other means to ensure fresh air entry during application, drying,
sanding, and/or abrading. If properly used, a respirator (NIOSH approved with particulate pre-lter)
may offer additional protection and should be used if adequate ventilation cannot be provided; obtain
professional advice before using. If you experience eye watering, headaches, or dizziness during
application or drying, increase fresh air or leave the area. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Wash
thoroughly after handling. Close container after each use. FIRST AID: If you experience difculty in
breathing, leave the area to obtain fresh air. If continued difculty is experienced, get medical assistance
immediately. In case of eye contact, ush immediately with plenty of water for at least 20 minutes
and get medical attention; for skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water. If swallowed, get medical
attention immediately. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN – DO NOT TAKE INTERNALLY
This product can expose you to chemicals including ethylene oxide, which is known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
BEHR PREMIUM PLUS
®
Ceiling Flat
PAINT & PRIMER
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No. 558 Ultra Pure White
®
WHERE TO USE
For primed or painted Interior Ceilings.
PREPARATION
Remove loose paint, wash off any dirt and grease with detergent, remove
mildew stains with a mildew stain removing product. Scuff sand glossy
surfaces. Countersink nailheads, repair imperfections and sand smooth.
Remove all dust with a damp cloth, allow to dry. Allow new stucco, plaster
and masonry to cure for 30 days before priming.
PRIME
Use a product such as BEHR
®
KITCHEN, BATH & TRIM STAIN-BLOCKING
PRIMER & SEALER NO. 75. On new drywall in low-moisture rooms, use a
product such as BEHR DRYWALL PLUS PRIMER & SEALER NO. 73.
APPLICATION
Apply product when the surface and air temperatures are between
50–90°F (10–32°C). Stir paint occasionally. Intermix containers of same
product to ensure color and sheen uniformity. Use a high quality
3/8–1/2" nap roller cover, nylon/polyester brush or an airless sprayer
(.015"–.019" spray tip, 60 mesh lter). Do not thin if using a roller or
brush; however, if using a sprayer and thinning is required, thin with
water at a rate of no more than 1/2 pint per gallon. Certain colors may
require more than one coat for complete hide. For popcorn style acoustic
ceilings, use acoustic ceiling roller cover or airless sprayer (.015"–.019"
spray tip, 60 mesh lter).
DISPOSAL
For disposal of empty containers, unused paint and soiled rags, contact your
household refuse collection service.
Visit behr.com for painting tips, expert project advice, and the perfect
color coordination with the ColorSmart by BEHR
®
Tool.
WARNING If you scrape, sand or remove old paint, you may release lead
dust. LEAD IS TOXIC. Contact the National Lead Information Center at
1-800-424-LEAD or log on to www.epa.gov/lead.
1 Hr Dry Time
2 Hr Recoat Time
250 – 400 Sq. Ft.
Coverage per Gallon
Protect
from Freezing
Soap & Water
Clean-Up
• Excellent Hide
• Minimizes Glare & Imperfections
• Spatter Resistant
• Maintains Acoustical Ceiling Properties
• Mildew Resistant
• Tintable to Light Colors
• Non-Reective, Matte Appearance
• Low VOC, Acrylic Latex
• Lifetime Limited Warranty*
*LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY Behr Process LLC warrants to you, the original residential
consumer purchaser, the performance of this product as described on this label for so long as
you reside in your home. THIS WARRANTY IS NOT VALID WHEN THE PRODUCT IS NOT PROPERLY
APPLIED TO A PROPERLY PREPARED SURFACE OR CARED FOR IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LABEL
DIRECTIONS. This warranty is not transferable. If this product is found not to perform as specied
on the label during the warranty period, Behr Process LLC will, at its option and upon presentation of
proof-of-purchase (the original receipt), either furnish an equivalent amount of new product or refund
the original purchase price of this product to you. This warranty excludes (1) labor and costs of
labor for the application or removal of any product, and (2) any incidental or consequential
damages, whether based on breach of express or implied warranty, negligence, strict liability
or any other legal theory. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty
gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
To obtain warranty service, call 1-800-854-0133. Behr Process LLC reserves the right to inspect
any and all application of the product prior to processing your claim made under this warranty.
To consult with a Behr Paint Company Representative, call 1-800-854-0133.
©2024 Behr Process LLC
Santa Ana, CA 92705 U.S.A. • behr.com
V.O.C. < 50 g/L • REV. 04/24
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A primer coat may be needed on some surfaces. See back label for details.