Premium Spray Products

PremiCote P81 as provided is a two component, 4 to 1 ratio, A to B water-based flexible epoxy primer.

Recommended Uses:

PremiCote P81 adheres well to most TPO membranes, metals, organic polymers, wood, masonry and vitreous surfaces. This primer may also be used as masonry block filler. Not for use on copper.

Flammability: 

Non-flammable.

Adhesion: 

Excellent adhesion to most surfaces at recommended application rate. Most coating materials have excellent adhesion to PremiCote P81 Primer. Too much primer will reduce adhesion strength.

Weatherability: 

Chalk resistance is poor. Durability without topcoat is only fair. Not intended for continuous exterior use.

Pot Life: 

2 hours at 75˚ F. This can be extended to 3 hours by thinning with water to achieve the original consistency. Pot life at 55º F is doubled, however at 100º F it is reduced to 45 minutes or less.

Cure Time: 

Dry to touch in 1 hour or less; depending upon temperature, humidity and thickness. Full cure in 24 hours at 75˚ F.

Recoat Time: 

Most coatings can be applied over PremiCote P81 as soon as it is thoroughly set. This degree of cure is normally achieved 2 to 3 hours after application (dependent upon temperature and humidity) and can be recoated for up to 7 days. Best adhesion is achieved in 1 to 3 days. After 7 days surface must be cleaned and re-primed prior to coating application.

Product Limitations: 

Do not apply to surfaces, which are below 50ºF or above 130ºF unless special instructions are secured from Premium Spray Products. Do not apply when it is raining or if the threat of rain exists. Also, do not apply when the dew point is less than 5ºF above ambient temperature.

General Properties:  

PremiCote P81 is a multi-purpose, thixotropic, easy spreading primer.

Weather Restrictions: 

It is very important that this product is not used when weather conditions are below 50ºF, or when there is a chance that temperatures could fall below 32ºF within a 24 hour period after application.