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UNIVERSAL UNDERCOAT

UNIVERSAL UNDERCOAT

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Universal Undercoat: alkyd undercoat for wood, metal and board

Rhinoluxe Universal Undercoat is a classic alkyd undercoat for interior and exterior surfaces including wood, metal, primed metal, hardboard and fibre-cement board. It has high hiding power and dries to a smooth, low-gloss base that grips well and sands easily, and it makes the transition from enamel to water-based topcoats straightforward.

Key Benefits

  • Multi-surface. Works on wood, metal, primed metal, hardboard and fibre-cement board.
  • High hiding power. Covers and evens out the surface for the topcoat.
  • Enamel-to-water bridge. Lets you recoat old enamel with water-based paint.
  • Smooth low-gloss base. Sands easily and grips the topcoat.
  • Interior and exterior. One undercoat for inside and outside work.

Technical Overview

Universal Undercoat is an alkyd basecoat formulated for adhesion and opacity. It seals and unifies mixed or previously painted surfaces, providing a stable low-gloss film that both enamel and water-based topcoats bond to. Applied at around 30 microns, it builds an even foundation that improves the finish and durability of the decorative coat above.

Specifications

Type Alkyd undercoat / primer
Substrates Wood, metal, primed metal, hardboard, fibre-cement board
Spreading rate 8-10 m²/L
Film thickness ±30 microns
Finish Low gloss
Pack sizes 1L, 5L, 20L

Technical Guidance

Make sure the surface is clean, dry and sound. On raw wood or metal, apply the undercoat directly; on old enamel, undercoat first so a water-based topcoat can bond. Let it dry, sand lightly for a smooth finish, then apply your decorative topcoat.

Size
R 2,300.00
R 2,300.00
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  • What is universal undercoat used for?

    It seals and evens mixed or previously painted surfaces — wood, metal and board — so the topcoat bonds and covers well. It also bridges old enamel to water-based paint.

  • How much area does it cover?

    About 8-10 m² per litre.

  • Can I use it on fibre-cement board?

    Yes, it is designed for wood, metal, primed metal, hardboard and fibre-cement board.

  • Does it have high hiding power?

    Yes, it covers well and leaves a smooth low-gloss base.

  • Is it suitable for wood?

    Yes, it works as an undercoat for raw wood and hardboard.

  • Can I paint water-based paint over enamel?

    Yes, use Universal Undercoat as a transition coat so a water-based topcoat bonds to old enamel.