Technical Specifications
TECHNICAL DATA   
MAC-01
METALLIC ACCENTS
DESCRIPTION AND USE 
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Metallic Accents is a 
water-based c
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that provides a metallic finish for walls, ceilings, doors, 
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furniture. This one step finish contains mica beads to provide a 
metallic appearance and is low 
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PRODUCT APPLICATION 
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PAINTING 
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Use when temperature  is between  50°F  (10°C) and 
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(32°C) and humidity  is below 85% to ensure proper d
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SURFACE 
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Remove all dirt, grease, oil, salt and chemical 
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by washing the surface with  a commercial  detergent, or 
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suitable  cleaning  method.  Rinse with  fresh  water  and allow 
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thoroughly  dry. Remove loose paint and rust  with 
a wire brush 
or sandpaper.  Lightly  sand  glossy  surfaces.  LEAD IS T
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EXPOSURE TO LEAD  DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS, 
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AS BRAIN DAMAGE;  ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PR
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WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID 
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PRODUCT APPLICATION 
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Wear  a NIOSH 
approved respirator to control lead exposure. 
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up carefully with a 
HEPA 
vacuum and a wet mop. Before you s
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find out how to protect yourself and your family by contacting 
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National Lead Information Hotline at 
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PRIMING
Use of a latex primer 
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7980 White 
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promotes adhesion and enhances hiding and is 
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recommended for bare wood and bare metal, new drywall or 
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contrasting 
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Before using, stir thoroughly to ensure any settled pigment is 
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dispersed.  A 
¼" 
nap roller is recommended for large surface 
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such as a wall. Start in an appropriate 4 foot area and apply in a 
straight up and down motion, ceiling to floor (versus a 
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End the stroke on the downward  roll. Move to the next a
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area and repeat the technique, slightly overlapping the just 
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wet area (about 2 inches). Use a small  width 
¼" 
nap roller 
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cutting in corners, ceilings, and baseboards. 
NOTE: The 
paint 
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will  have a subtle texture. If applying by brush, use a high qu
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brush recommended 
for water-based semi-gloss paints. 
For 
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application follow equipment 
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directions 
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Always keep the spray gun ten to twelve inches from the surface 
and in motion while 
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DRY & RECOAT T
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Dry and recoat times are based on 77°F (25°C) and 50% 
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humidity. Allow more time at cooler temperatures. A minimum 
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two coats are recommended. Dries to touch in 30 minutes, d
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to handle in 2 hours, and is fully dry in 24 hours. The finish 
m
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be recoated in 30 minutes.  Clear Coat: For outdoor or high 
w
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interior surfaces such as furniture, a topcoat of 
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253613  Satin Clear may be applied after 24 
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Clean brush and other application  tools immediately  with  soap a
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Form: 5107790
Rev.: 091411


