Ronan - Japan Colors

All surfaces must be clean, free from loose or peeling paint, grease, oil, dirt, rust, mill scale and other contaminants. If this procedure is not observed, the drying and adhesion of any coating will be adversely affected.

Previously Painted Surfaces: Dull gloss areas by light sanding to enhance adhesion. If necessary, prime with Ronan Sticktite White or Prime-All.

Wood Surfaces: Clean surface to eliminate oil, grease and other contaminants. Prime with Ronan Prime-All.

Metal Surfaces: Remove loose rust and scale with a wire brush, steel wool and/or sandpaper. All oil, grease and contamination must be removed. Acidic or alkaline surfaces should be neutralized. Prime with Ronan Universal Primer.

Galvanized Metal and Aluminum: Surface should be wiped with solvent to remove oil and grease. A mild solution of phosphoric acid should be used for etching to assume a good bond. If acids are not available slight surface sanding will be beneficial. Prime with Ronan Universal Primer.

Concrete: A white powdery deposit (efflorescence), often found on concrete and masonry surfaces should be completely removed with a stiff wire brush. New concrete should set four (4) to six (6) weeks before coating. All concrete surfaces should be etched with a solution of four (4) parts water to one (1) part muriatic acid. Let solution soak on surface for 15 minutes before rinsing with clean water. Allow 48 hours to dry before painting. Prime with Ronan Prime-All.

MDO Plywood: Clean surface to eliminate oil, grease and other contaminants. Prime face with Prime-All. All edges should be puttied and then primed with two coats of Ronan Prime-All.

Masonite: Clean surface to eliminate oil, grease and other contaminants. Prime with Prime-All.

Follow surface preparation instructions. Stir thoroughly before use. May be brushed or rolled. If using on exterior surfaces, the use of a protective clear topcoat is recommended. When top coating with any protective clear, always test a small area first to determine compatibility and ensure the clear won’t lift or discolor the Japan Color.

Japan Colors are packaged in a semi-paste form. Observe all applicable VOC laws. Whether this material can be thinned depends on the end use process and regional/local VOC limits. If thinning is appropriate, use Mineral Spirits. Excessive thinning will cause the pigment to separate. When making stains, add 5-10% Sign
Finishing Clear to the Japan Color/Solvent mixture.

All Ronan Japan Colors may be intermixed to create new shades, tints and tones. May be tinted with up to 4 ounces per gallon of most universal colors.

Mineral Spirits

At 70°F and 50% relative humidity, Japan Colors will be dry to touch in one (1) hour. Wait two (2) hours to handle and eight (8) hours to recoat. Wait a full 24 hours for a full cure. Dry times may take longer in cooler and/or more humid conditions.

Approximately 400 square feet at 4 mils wet