Interior & Exterior Primer

Jewell Interior Primer is a water-thinnable wall primer formulated using copolymer emulsion with pigments and extenders to provide deep penetration and sealing of porous surfaces.

It provides good sealing properties that help ensure smooth deposition of the paint film. The primer is pigmented white to provide reasonable opacity and is suitable for interior applications, including plastered surfaces and masonry work.

The product helps make the substrate less absorbent and is stated to provide resistance to wall alkalinity, moisture and fungus.

Jewell Interior Primer is positioned as:

A premium water-thinnable primer for interior walls

A sealing primer for porous plaster and masonry surfaces

A primer designed to support deep penetration and improved surface preparation

A basecoat that helps reduce paint absorption

A primer with good adhesion and binding properties

A low-VOC, solvent-free and quick-drying primer

A white matt-finish primer for interior painting systems

100% Acrylic

Good Hardness

Suppresses Stain Easily

Excellent Binding

Low VOC

No Chalking

Solvent Free

Quick Drying

Alkali Resistance

Excellent Coverage

Seals Dry Porous Surfaces

Excellent Adhesion to Substrate

No Added Lead, Mercury and Chromium

Deep penetration into porous surfaces

Good sealing performance

Helps reduce surface absorption

Supports smooth paint-film deposition

Provides reasonable opacity through white pigmentation

Good resistance to wall alkalinity

Resistance to moisture

Resistance to fungus

Excellent adhesion to substrate

Good binding and hardness

Low VOC

Solvent free

Quick drying

Jewell Interior Primer is a water-thinnable interior wall primer formulated to penetrate and seal porous surfaces before application of interior topcoats.

It provides good sealing, adhesion, binding and hardness while helping reduce surface absorption and improve smooth deposition of the paint film. The product is white, matt-finish, low VOC and solvent free, and is suitable for plastered surfaces, masonry work, drywall and other prepared interior substrates.

The supplied label specifies a 30-minute surface-dry time, a 2-4 hour recoat interval and coverage of 150-170 sq. ft. per litre per coat.

Penetrates porous interior surfaces

Seals dry porous substrates

Reduces absorption of subsequent paint coats

Supports more uniform topcoat deposition

Provides good adhesion to the substrate

Helps improve coverage of the finishing coat

Supports resistance to alkalinity, moisture and fungus

Provides a smooth base for subsequent coatings

All surfaces must be sound, dry and clean and free from oil, grease, dirt, mildew, form-release agents, curing compounds, loose or flaking paint and other foreign substances.

Repair cracks, holes and other surface imperfections before primer application.

Remove loose material and sanding dust.

Ensure the prepared surface is completely dry before priming.

Wash to remove contaminants.

Rinse thoroughly with water and allow the surface to dry.

Sanding is not required if the surface is properly and thoroughly cleaned.

Scuff sanding may be required on glossy, hard, slick or dense surfaces.

Remove loose paint.

Scrub heavy chalk areas and other contaminated areas before priming.

Prime bare areas after cleaning and drying.

1. Scrub the affected area with a mixture of 1 litre household bleach in 3-4 litres of warm water.

2. Rinse the surface and allow it to dry.

3. Do not add detergent or ammonia to the bleach/water solution.

4. Rinse the surface clean with water.

5. Allow the surface to dry before primer application.

1. Mix the primer thoroughly before use.

2. Ensure settled material is completely incorporated.

3. Use water for thinning as required for the selected application method.

4. Do not over-dilute.

Low temperature, high humidity, thick films or poor ventilation may increase drying time.

Interior plastered walls

Interior masonry surfaces

Dry porous interior surfaces

Prepared drywall

Bare or repaired interior areas requiring primer before topcoat

Source note: the label states coverage of 150-170 sq. ft./litre/coat

Apply when air and surface temperatures are between 10°C and 35°C.

Always prime on a dry surface.

Allow new stucco, plaster and masonry to cure before painting.

Use Jewell waterborne white primer for uncoated, porous or repaired interior surfaces.

Paint interiors in the sequence: ceiling, walls, windows, doors and finally trim.

Stir the primer thoroughly before application.

Intermix containers of the same product where required to maintain uniformity.

Use good-quality rollers, brushes or airless spray equipment.

Do not spread the primer too thin.

Maintain a wet edge for an even finish.

The label states that concrete, masonry and plaster should cure before painting.

Poured-in-place concrete should be allowed to cure as specified on the label.

The label states that pH should be 13.0 or lower.

Roughen slick poured or precast concrete where required.

Remove sealers by suitable chemical cleaning or abrasive preparation where necessary.

Rinse thoroughly with water and allow to dry.

Remove loose aggregate.

Prime prepared concrete and plaster with Jewell Interior Primer.

Remove sanding dust.

Apply Jewell Interior Primer to the prepared drywall surface.

Jewell Interior Primer may be tinted approximately to the finish-coat colour.

Tinting may help reduce the number of coats required for major colour changes.

Tinting may also be used when applying deep finish colours.

The label notes that primer tinted toward the finish coat may help reduce finishing-coat requirements and painting cost.

1. Use a suitable nylon/polyester brush or roller.

2. Apply the primer uniformly on the prepared surface.

3. Paint in manageable sections.

4. Maintain a wet edge for an even finish.

5. Avoid excessive pressure on the brush or roller.

6. Do not spread the primer too thin.

1. Prepare the primer to a suitable spray consistency using water.

2. Use suitable airless spray equipment.

3. Apply a uniform primer film over the prepared surface.

The coverage of approximately 110-130 sq. ft. per litre per coat on a well-prepared surface.

Actual coverage may vary depending on substrate condition, porosity, roughness and application method.

Brush

Roller

Airless spray equipment

The label recommends good-quality application tools for improved finish and performance.

Do not apply below 10°C or above 35°C.

Do not apply on wet surfaces.

Do not apply over loose, flaking or poorly prepared substrates.

Do not spread the primer excessively thin.

Do not proceed until cleaned or repaired surfaces are fully dry.

High humidity and low temperature may prolong drying time.

Use only with adequate ventilation.

Ensure fresh air entry during application and drying.

Avoid breathing spray mist or sanding dust.

Use suitable respiratory protection where necessary.

Avoid contact with eyes.

Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact.

Wash thoroughly after handling.

Keep out of reach of children.

Protect from freezing.

Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet for additional health and safety information.

Clean spatter and application equipment immediately with warm, soapy water.

Do not allow material to dry on tools before cleaning.

Use the remaining paint completely where possible or dispose of it properly.

Dry, empty containers may be recycled where a recycling programme is available.

Follow applicable local disposal requirements.

Low VOC

Solvent Free

No Added Lead, Mercury and Chromium

1 Litre

4 Litres

10 Litres

20 Litres