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Problem-Solver® Primer #8111/#8116/#8144

DESCRIPTION TECHNICAL DATA Recommended Uses: Tinting/Intermixing: Environmental Impact:

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Cabot Problem-Solver Primer Cabot Problem-Solver Primers White #8111 These products are in compliance with TECHNICAL DATA is a solvent-based, exterior primer and Gray #8144 may be tinted with up to V.O.C. (Volatile Organic Compounds) specially designed to provide maximum 4 fluid ounces per gallon of compatible requirements for Specialty Architectural performance through a faster drying and universal colorants. Neutral Base Primer under current regulations. Call PROBLEM-SOLVER PRIMER - #8111 SERIES PROBLEM-SOLVER higher-hiding formulation. In addition to #8116 may be tinted with up to 12 fluid Cabot’s Technical Services & Support for superior resistance to extractive bleeding ounces per gallon. additional information pertaining to and moisture problems, this 100% alkyd current V.O.C. rulings. Coverage: primer dries in a fraction of time compared Cleanup and Disposal: Clean brushes and On smooth surfaces, approximately to traditional linseed oil-based primers and equipment with mineral spirits. facilitates the application of a quality finish 400-500 square feet per gallon (9.81-12.27 DANGER: Rags, steel wool or waste coat within just a few hours. Cabot square meters per liter); on rough surfaces, soaked with Cabot Problem-Solver Problem-Solver Primer makes an ideal base 150-250 square feet per gallon (3.68-6.14 Primer may spontaneously catch fire coat for all types of solid stains and square meters per liter). These rates will if improperly discarded. Immediately and will yield outstanding results on siding, vary depending upon the porosity of after each use, place rags, steel wool shingles, plywood, and on both smooth or the surface. or waste in a sealed, water-filled rough-sawn surfaces. It is also suited for Packaging/Containers: metal container. application over previously oil-based stained Available in one-gallon and five-gallon Dispose of empty cans or unused portion in or painted surfaces. containers. accordance with local, state and federal Cabot Problem-Solver Primer is recommended Restrictions: regulations. Close container when not in for use on extractive-prone species use. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) such as red cedar, redwood, mahogany and Do not use Neutral Base Primer #8116 are available upon request. fir. It is also excellent when applied to pine, without tinting with compatible universal cypress, spruce, and even pressure-treated colorants. Do not apply in direct sunlight, Physical and Chemical Data: to hot surfaces, or when air or surface wood. This product has exceptional Water Repellent: Yes adhesive properties and can be applied temperature is below 45°F (7°C) or may fall Drying Time: Approximately 4 hours at immediately to new, dry, unseasoned, below 45°F (7°C) for 24 hours after 75°F (24°C) and 50% humidity for mill-glazed (smooth) siding. application. Do not apply over wet or damp surfaces or when rain is imminent. White #8111 and Gray #8144. Neutral Composition: Cabot Problem-Solver Primers may not fully Base Primer #8116 may have an extended Richly-pigmented, penetrating prevent all extractive bleeding in drying time due to the increased level of solvent-based primer. with unusually high moisture and tannic universal colorants required for tinting. acid levels. Knots should be sealed with a Weight: 11.9 - 12.9 pounds per gallon. Finish: high-quality knot sealer. Do not use Flash Point: Over 100°F TT-P-141 method Dries to a uniform flat finish. next to fresh stucco or other masonry 4293 closed cup. surfaces. Do not thin this product. Colors: Film Thickness: 1.5 - 2.5 dry mils. Not intended for interior surfaces. Available in White #8111, Gray #8144 and For exterior use only. Shelf Life: At least ten years in closed, Neutral Tinting Base #8116. original containers at room temperature. Mildew Resistant: Yes % Solids (weight): 76.0 - 77.5 % Solids (volume): 55.7 - 56.31 % Pigment (weight): 56.5 - 60.9 Viscosity: 65-75 Ku, #1 Stormer Viscometer at 77°F (25°C). Pigment Type: Titanium Dioxide, Calcium Carbonate, Talc. Problem-Solver® Primer #8111/#8116/#8144

Vehicle Type: Alkyd resin. Methods: Apply evenly with a brush or spray. or expressed warranties. Cabot will not Solvent: Aliphatic petroleum distillates with Best results can be obtained by using a provide or pay for labor for removal or a boiling range of 318-386°F (159-197°C). high-quality natural bristle brush. When application of the product. This warranty spraying, immediately backbrush after excludes all incidental or consequential V.O.C. Content: Maximum of 350 grams each section is coated to ensure proper damages. This warranty gives you specific per liter (2.9 pounds per gallon). penetration. To avoid lap marks, start at legal rights, and you may have other rights APPLICATION one edge and follow through to the end of which vary from state to state. the boards. Apply primer to small sections MAINTENANCE Surface Preparation: at a time. Proper surface preparation is the key to Spray Application: Recommended tip sizes Topcoat as soon as possible, but well within maximum finish performance. The durability and adjustments for spray application are six weeks of application for the best results. of this product can be impaired by an 0.017”- 0.021” at 1800-2000 PSI with a TECHNICAL SERVICES unsound or poorly prepared surface. It is fan width of 5-8 inches. When using HVLP very important that the surface be clean of spray equipment, see manual for proper For additional technical information, all dirt, mildew stains, loose wood fibers and set-up instructions. product line color cards, fan decks and other foreign matter. Surfaces must be Number of Coats: One coat is sufficient liquid product samples, see your specialized structurally sound and absolutely dry. and is recommended for most surfaces; Cabot Dealer or call the Cabot Wood Care (Moisture content must be below 15%, or however, a second coat may be necessary in Specialists in Technical Services & Support the wood must be exposed to dry weather areas subject to high moisture, severely toll-free at 1-800-US-STAIN (877-8246). for a minimum of 3-5 days.) Any existing weathered wood, extremely rough surfaces, moisture problems must be corrected before FILING SYSTEMS or on woods with high levels of Cabot Problem-Solver Primers are applied. water-soluble tannic acid. For complete model specifications and Previously painted/stained or weathered technical data on all Cabot products, wood surfaces must be either sanded, Precautions: visit the Cabot Home Page at: scrubbed with a bleach/detergent solution Do not apply in direct sunlight, to hot cabotstain.com. of Cabot Problem-Solver Wood Cleaner and surfaces, or when air or surface temperature a stiff bristle brush, or power washed to is below 45°F (7°C), or may fall below remove the surface layer of all loose stain, 45°F (7°C) within 24 hours. Do not apply , wood fibers, dirt, mildew stains, over wet or damp surfaces or when rain is chalky residue and other foreign matter. imminent. Do not thin this product. Do not Use Cabot Problem-Solver Wood Stripper to tint this product. Not intended for interior help remove oil-based finishes from surfaces. For exterior application only. wood surfaces such as cedar, redwood, M W O O I U D C E M A AVAILABILITY R R pine, cypress, fir, and pressure-treated wood. P E Use Cabot Problem-Solver Wood Brightener Cabot Wood Care Products are sold to easily remove tannic acid (extractive) throughout the United States and Canada. bleeding, nail and metal stains, and S 7 For a list of Cabot dealer locations, please I N C E 1 8 7 renew the wood’s appearance. New wood, contact Cabot’s Technical Services & Support once dry, should not be allowed to weather. at 1-800-US-STAIN. Short-term (4 weeks) weathering prior to Cabot® application of this product can decrease WARRANTY Newburyport, MA 01950 its service life. Tel.: 800-US-STAIN If this product does not perform as stated Application of : Fax: 1-800-998-3299 on the label after you apply it according cabotstain.com Stirring: Stir thoroughly before and to label directions, Cabot will either replace occasionally while using. If the job requires this product or refund its purchase price, at more than one batch, blend them together. its option. Cabot disclaims all other implied

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