Technical Specifications

Surface Preparation - Surfaces should be clean, dry, sound and free of dust, dirt, excessive chalky material, grime,
grease, oil, wax, mildew, wallpaper adhesive or any contamination that may interfere with adhesion. If unsure, always
wash surface with a household ammonia and water solution, appropriate cleaning solution, or solvent (Do not use TSP as
a cleaner). Remove any unsoundly adhered coatings. Sand any remaining paint film edges smooth with the surface.
Lightly sand exposed exterior wood with 80 to 100 grit sandpaper to remove loose or weathered wood fibers. Attempt to
remove existing stains by washing, sanding, scraping, etc. Kill exterior mildew with Zinsser JOMAX
®
House Cleaner and
Mildew Killer. Bare wood that has been exposed for more than 4 weeks should be lightly sanded or abraded to remove
weathered wood fibers. Countersink exposed nailheads and fill all nailholes and gouges with Ready Patch
®
. Remove
interior mold and mildew before painting with a solution of one cup household bleach per gallon of water or a quality
biocidal wash. Rinse well. Always wear protective clothing and goggles to prevent eye and skin contact with bleach. Do
not mix ammonia or any other chemical with bleach solution. If you are concerned about mold and mildew behind walls,
underneath flooring, in ventilation systems or other unseen areas, contact a professional who specializes in mold and
mildew remediation. For commercial buildings and schools follow appropriate guidelines for mold removal. Remove rust
and wipe metal with a cloth dampened in alcohol then apply a rust-inhibitive primer. Spot prime knots and sap streaks
with Zinsser B-I-N
®
Primer-Sealer before priming full surface with Bulls Eye 1-2-3 DEEP TINT
WARNING! If you scrape, sand or remove old paint, you may release lead 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.gove/lead
Application Conditions – Apply when air and surface temperature is between 50
o
and 90
o
F (10
o
and 32
o
C) and
relative humidity is less than 85%. Substrate moisture content should not exceed 12%.
Application Methods – Shake or stir before using. In most cases only one coat is necessary to prime most surfaces. If
excessive absorption occurs over very porous substrates a second coat may be necessary. Spot priming is recommended
only under high-hiding topcoat paints. For best results prime entire surface before painting. Keep container closed when
not in use.
Brush, Roller or Pad – Use synthetic (nylon, polyester or blend)
Airless Sprayer – Use .015” – .017” tip @ 2000–2500 PSI
Conventional Sprayer – Spray at 50 – 60 PSI
Tinting – Refer to tint chart on this container. Add up to 6 fluid oz. (180 ml) universal colorant per gallon. It is not
necessary that color of tinted primer match topcoat color. (Note that the addition of universal colorant may prolong the
dry time of this product)
Thinning – If thinning is necessary add no more than 10 fl. oz. (296 ml) clean water per gallon and stir thoroughly. Note
that thinning the primer may affect its stain-blocking properties.
Dry Time – In most cases Bulls Eye 1-2-3 DEEP TINT will dry to the touch in 30 minutes and can be recoated after 1
hour. The dry primer film develops full adhesion after it cures in 7 days. Lower temperatures, higher humidity and the
addition of tint will prolong dry and cure time.
Coverage – Approx. 450 sq. ft. (42 m
2
) per gallon on smooth, painted, non-porous surfaces; 350 sq. ft. (33 m
2
) per
gallon on rough, unpainted, porous surfaces. Application losses may vary according to the porosity of the substrate and
the method of application and should be taken into account when estimating the quantity of product needed.
Cleanup – Clean up spills and drips with liquid detergent and warm water. If spills or drips have dried use denatured
alcohol or ammoniated detergent to soften and remove primer. Wash application tools in a solution of detergent and
water immediately after use. If dried on tools let soak overnight in a solution of equal parts ammoniated detergent and
water. Scrub bristles clean with a wire brush. Follow manufacturer’s instructions when cleaning spray equipment.
Precautions
Keep away from children. Do not take internally. Avoid inhalation of spray or prolonged skin contact. To prevent product
from skinning over close container after each use. Keep lid tightly closed during storage. Protect from freezing. If contents
freeze, thaw to room temperature before using.