Optiva Primer

Name: Optiva Primer
Brand: Tikkurila
SKU: C668
Price: 53.62 GBP
Availability: InStock

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C668

Highly-absorbent primer for walls and ceilings.Suitable for new and previously painted surfaces.

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Product Description

Optiva Primer is a water-based, acrylic primer for use on new and previously painted interior walls and ceilings.

It reduces absorption and provides a key for subsequent finishing coats.

Suitability
Suitable for new and old surfaces, plaster, GRP, dry lining board, previously painted alkyd coatings.

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More Information
For Interior or Exterior Use	Interior
Surface	Walls & Ceilings, Hygiene & Bathroom
Product Category	Primer/Priming
Sheen Level	Matt (6-10%)
Product Certifications	TFL
Product Ecolabels	M1, EU Ecolabel, Polish Society of Allergology
VOC Levels	Zero ( < 5 g/l)
Brand	Tikkurila
Application Method	Airless, Spray, Brush, Roller
Theoretical Cover Rate	6–8 m²/l with one coat.
Thinner	Water
Waterbased or Solventbased	Water
Minimum content	Minimum contents are the can size less 10%
Single Pack or 2 pack	Single Pack
Product Segment	Decorative
SD value	0.0312

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Frequently asked questions

Which Primer/Undercoat Do I Need?

Using a primer will ensure the full depth of colour of your chosen paint colour. Primer is vital to seal unpainted surfaces or prepare the surface for painting. If you are transitioning from a dark to a light colour, the primer has properties that will...

Do I Need To Prime Every Time That I Want To Freshen My Walls With Another Coat Of Paint?

No. Primers are not always needed when repainting. If you are repainting a similar colour, you can lightly scuff sand and clean the surface. Once that is completed, you can simply repaint over the existing paint coating. More than one coat may be needed...

What Are Zero VOC Paints?

While low VOC paint lines are widely available and used, they still contain the chemicals mentioned above and off-gas harmful fumes, though less than traditional paint products historically. The main differentiator for zero-VOC paint is that no VOC chemicals...

Any Advice For Painting With Bold Colours?

If you’ve ever worked with paint, you’ll know that there are a few colours that naturally are harder to get right. Typically strong yellows, blues, greens, reds and oranges fall into this category. This is typically due to the hiding power of the pigments...