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Nutech Metal Roof Primer 15L

Original price $283.00 - Original price $283.00
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$283.00 - $283.00 inc. GST
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Nutech Metal Primer is a water-based, corrosion-resistant acrylic primer designed for superior adhesion and protection on a range of metal surfaces. It’s the ideal base coat for roof sheeting, gutters, and metal cladding, including previously coated sheeted roofs. It’s ideal for use with Nutech Flexishield and Nutech NXT Cool Zone top coats to create a high-performance, weatherproof finish.

Metal Primer is a water-based acrylic primer and can be applied to a range of metal surfaces such as:

  • New and old galvanised metal
  • Pre-coated zinc steel sheeting
  • Coated metal sheet roofing
  • Facade cladding
  • Fencing

If you’re working with metal roofing or cladding, Metal Primer is the critical first step. It improves adhesion, prevents corrosion, and helps extend the life of your roof coating investment.

Features & Benefits:

  • Improved hardness and flexibility
  • Excellent long-term resistance to corrosion and rust
  • Easy application and clean up
  • Suitable for new and weathered galvanised and zinc metal sheeting
  • Weatherproof
  • Excellent adhesion to a wide range of metal substrates
  • Outstanding durability

Specifications

Property Value
Appearance Light Grey viscous liquid
pH 8.5 – 9.0
Film Forming Temperature 15°C
Dry Film Thickness 70 microns
Coats Required 1
Touch Dry 30 Minutes
Full Cure 2 Hours
VOC Levels <5%
Ambient Application Temperature 10°C – 30°C
Coverage Rate 6 m²/L

Important Notes

  • SUBSTRATE surface temperature must not be below 10°C and not exceed 50°C
  • ADHESION may be affected when applied to cold or hot metal surfaces
  • ENSURE no surface moisture is present prior to application
  • CONSIDERATION must be given to other climatic conditions such as wind and relative humidity
  • DO NOT apply topcoat until the primer is completely dry
  • DO NOT apply Metal Primer in very cold conditions
  • DO NOT Apply to extremely hot surfaces
  • Failure to observe these provisions may affect coating adhesion

Recommended Top Coat

Metal Primer is a suitable undercoat / primer for NXT Cool Zone, NuFlex, Tileflex, Flexi-Shield Low Sheen and Flexi-Shield Matt. Refer to the relevant Nutech TDS for top coat application recommendations.

Recommended Substrates

Steel and aluminium roofing surfaces, new or weathered galvanised metal, and can be used as a primer
over precoated metal sheet products.

Download the metal primer technical datasheet for detailed information on application and substrate preparation. 

1. What is Nutech Metal Primer used for?

Nutech Metal Primer is designed as a corrosion-resistant acrylic primer that provides strong adhesion and long-term protection for metal surfaces such as roof sheeting, gutters, cladding, and fencing.

2. Can Nutech Metal Primer be used on galvanised metal?

Yes, it’s ideal for both new and weathered galvanised and zinc-coated metal surfaces, ensuring excellent adhesion and protection against rust and corrosion.

3. How long does Nutech Metal Primer take to dry?

It becomes touch dry in approximately 30 minutes and reaches full cure within 2 hours under normal conditions.

4. What topcoats are compatible with Nutech Metal Primer?

It’s suitable as a base coat for Nutech NXT Cool Zone, NuFlex, Tileflex, and Flexi-Shield topcoats for a complete, durable roof coating system.

5. What are the application conditions for Nutech Metal Primer?

Apply when ambient and surface temperatures are between 10°C and 30°C. Avoid application on cold, hot, or moist metal surfaces for best adhesion.

Colour Accuracy Disclaimer: We have taken care to display the most accurate visuals of our products. However, we are not responsible for the colour accuracy of the device you are viewing our swatches on. These variations arise due to different computer monitors and devices (make, model and technology, as well as resolution, contrast and brightness control settings) in much the same way a scan will differ from an original image and a colour photocopy. Furthermore, coatings can exhibit variation in perceived colour depending on gloss level and application method. If you require a very specific colour match, please make your selection via actual swatches and colour boards available at our showroom.

Product Disclaimer: Ensure you read all product, technical and safety data sheets prior to application as liability falls on the applicator. All products must be applied in accordance with manufacturer’s recommended method.

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