Primer "Optimist": characteristics and scope of application

No repair is possible without priming the walls. This is an important step that will affect the final appearance of the room. As in any construction work, there are some nuances - it is important to choose the right material, and fully follow the technology to obtain the optimal result. Different in composition mixtures are used for different surfaces. A lot of positive feedback about its quality gets the primer "Optimist". It should be noted that the manufacturer has been on the market for more than 10 years and during this time has earned a reputation as a reliable supplier of quality products with reasonable prices, specializing in the production of not only soil, but also other finishing materials.

Primer "Optimist" is a composition containing:

• acrylic latex;
• water;
• quartz sand and other additives.

Soil can be used in various types of finishing work. There are such types as:

• deep penetration primer;
• harboring;

• coupling;
• concentrated and others.

After applying any of them, the surface is covered with a leveling film.

When applied to a specially treated wall, a thin layer of soil helps the materials to adhere well and also protects the substrate from the effects of negative environmental factors. Primer has anti-corrosion effect, protects metal surfaces from rust. When external work eliminates the appearance of fungus and mold on the treated material.

When applied to wood products, the Optimist primer highlights its structure., gives saturation and brightness.This finish is able to hide cracks and other defects of the coating, and also provides good adhesion, uniform application of paint and varnish materials.

The range of application of this type of soil is quite wide. It can be applied to:

• brick;
• tree;

• drywall;
• stone and other surfaces.

Optimist soil is appropriate to use when working with facades of buildings, as well as for finishing floors, walls and ceilings. After drying, a transparent film is formed from above, which plays a protective role.

The penetrating and fixing ability of this type of soil is increased and can be from 1 to 5 mm. After surface treatment, fungi and mold do not appear on it. This effect is achieved due to the moisture resistance of the material.

Users note the easy application of the primer, as well as its good ability to dilute waterborne paints. The composition is non-toxic and environmentally-safe, has no unpleasant odor and dries quickly.

The primer "Optimist" has established itself as a reliable and high-quality product. For its application does not require special skills.You will need a container into which you can pour the composition, as well as tools for work (roller, brush or spray).

Soil "Optimist" is economical when using - consumption ranges from 110 to 240 ml / sq m. During operation and subsequent operation, the composition does not cause allergies, does not emit harmful substances, and also practically does not emit odor.

At a temperature of spontaneous combustion of +450 degrees, it should be noted that the mixture is explosion-proof and fire-resistant.

It dries very quickly:

• At temperatures above 100 degrees, the process can take about half an hour;
• In the usual - no more than 4 hours.

After application and drying, the soil has a number of positive properties. It can withstand temperatures ranging from -45 to +60 degrees, as well as up to 5 freezing cycles. Such material is resistant to external influences, chemicals, deformation, mechanical damage.

As with any kind of work, the surface must be carefully prepared.

• First of all it is wiped from dirt and dust.
• Deformed areas and detachment of the old coating are removed.
• The necessary part of the coating must be sanded.
• After that, degreasing and complete drying is performed.

• The layer of soil is recommended to distribute evenly and thinly. You can use a roller, spray or ordinary brush.
• When priming the walls should start from the floor, and then rise in the direction of the ceiling.
• When the work is finished, you must wait until it is completely dry. It usually takes 2 to 4 hours.

If the surface has a strong absorbency, you can apply another layer of soil. The scheme of work is identical to the previous one. After the final drying comes the turn of the following finishing works. It is possible to apply both paint, and other structures.

A primed surface can be the basis for any material. From above you can apply a variety of paint and varnish products, stick wallpaper and lay tile. After drying, the coating becomes colorless. It can be used for finishing work of any type.

The optimum temperature when applying a primer composition is from +5 to +35 degrees. Humidity should be less than 70 percent.

Primer shelf life - 1 year from the date of production.It should be stored and transported in closed and darkened containers at a positive temperature (from 5 to 30 degrees).

When applying a primer is recommended to use gloves and a mask. If the composition got on the open area of ​​the skin, it must be removed, and the skin should be washed.

Primer "Optimist" comes to the market in various packages. Their volume can be 1, 3, 5 and 10 liters. This helps to focus on the needs of the buyer, as well as clearly calculate the quantity of the product being purchased, which is very convenient. You can use, for example, as a liter covering composition, and watery soil in packs of 10 liters.

On how to properly primed the walls, you will learn from the following video.