Technical Specifications

TECHNICAL DATA
SPC-18
RUST-OLUEM
®
SPECIALTY
CHALKBOARD
1
DESCRIPTION AND USES
Rust-Oleum
®
Specialty Chalkboard is an ultra-hard, scratch
resistant finish that allows you to create a unique writable-
erasable surface. Ideal for use on doors, tables, cabinets,
picture frames, flower pots and more. Can be applied to
wood, metal, glass, terra cotta, paperboard and hardboard.
It’s also great for resurfacing ping pong tables.
PRODUCTS
SKU
DESCRIPTION (Quart)
206438
Chalkboard Flat Green
206540
Chalkboard Flat Black
PRODUCT APPLICATION
Use when temperature is between 50°F (10°C) and 90°F
(32°C) and humidity is below 85% to ensure proper drying.
SURFACE PREPARATION
Remove all dirt, grease, oil, salt and chemical contaminants
by washing the surface with a commercial detergent, or
other suitable cleaning method. Rinse with fresh water and
allow to thoroughly dry. Remove loose paint and rust with a
wire brush or sandpaper. Lightly sand glossy surfaces.
WARNING! If you scrape, sand or remove old paint from any
surface, you may release lead paint dust. LEAD IS TOXIC.
EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
ILLNESS, SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE; ESPECIALLY IN
CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID
EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH approved respirator to control
lead exposure. Clean up carefully with a HEPA vacuum and
a wet mop. Before you start, find out how to protect yourself
and your family by contacting the National Lead Information
Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD or log on to www.epa.gov/lead.
PRODUCT APPLICATION (cont.)
PRIMING
Use of a Rust-Oleum
®
latex primer provides superior
adhesion and hiding and is especially recommended for bare
wood and metal, paperboard and hardboard. Apply
Chalkboard paint 2 hours after applying primer. After priming
bare wood, sand lightly to smooth out the surface.
APPLICATION
Stir thoroughly. Thinning is not required. In hot, dry
conditions, however, you may thin up to 2-oz. water per
quart to extend dry time. Use a good quality synthetic brush,
1/4”-3/8” nap roller or a foam roller designed to give a
smooth finish. Avoid excessive brushing or rolling. Use light,
even strokes to ensure an even flow and the smoothest
finish.
DRY & RECOAT
Dry and recoat times are based on 77°F (25°C) 50%
relative humidity. Allow more time at cooler temperatures.
Dries to the touch in 30 minutes and to handle in 2 hours.
Fully dry in 2-4 hours. May be recoated after 4 hours.
CONDITIONING AND USE
After 3 days, the chalkboard finish is ready to use. Before
writing, condition the surface by rubbing the side of a piece
of chalk over the entire surface and erase. This will leave a
coat of chalk dust that will provide the best erasability.
Chalkboard can be wiped clean with a damp cloth. Wait 7
days after painting before wiping it down. Repeat
conditioning step after cleaning.
CLEAN-UP
Clean brush and other application tools immediately with
soap and water.
PROTECT FROM FREEZING.

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