Linitop Acryl Parket

Recommendations before application

• Ready for use, do not dilute.
• Shake well before application
• Do not apply at an ambient air and wood temperature of less than 10°C and greater than 25°C. The relative humidity will be of the order of 50% for optimum drying
• Protect everything that does not have to be treated
• The moisture of the wood must not be greater than 12%
• When using indoors, use in well ventilated areas
• Switch off underfloor heating

Surface Preparation

Use on wood whole usage, nature, quality, treatments and preparation comply with the applicable standards and DTU (DTU 59.1). The inspection and preparation of the surface are the responsibility of the user.

The wood must be dry, clean, sound and prepared (degreased, sanded, dusted according to the standard practises for this type of work).

New wood surfaces

• Prepare the surface (sand with coarse and medium grade according tot he condition of the surface). Then finish by fine sanding (grit 180) according to standard practices.

Old floor varnish in good condition

• Roughen the entire surface to enable better adhesion.

Previously coated surfaces

All previous coatings must be completely and thoroughly removed.

• Oils and sealers: Strip with Aquanett or Prepdeck then neutralise with Net-Trol
• Solvent (oil or alkyd based finishes): Strip with Dilunett then neutralise with Net-Trol
• Acrylic finishes (Water-based): Strip with Prepdeck then neutralise with Net-Trol
• Other finishes i.e. 2 pack epoxies, urethanes… Strip with DSP 800 then clean the surface to remove residual paraffin

Note: Hardwoods and woods rich in tannins e.g. Oak, Chestnut, Douglas Fir, Cedar, etc. may darken with Aquanett, Prepdeck and Dilunett, neutralising with Net-Trol immediately after rinsing will lighten and restore the woods colour.

Application Guidance

Application tools

• Brush or micro-fibre roller

Application

New wood surfaces

• Apply a first even and generous coat of Acryl Parket
• Allow to dry for 4 hours between coats depending on the ambient conditions
• Sand (grit 280) then clean meticulously
• Apply a second coat
• Do not exceed 24 hours between the application of 2 coats

Old floor varnish in good condition

• Roughen the entire surface for better adhesion
• Apply a first even and generous coat of Acryl Parket
• Allow to dry for 4 hours between coats depending on the ambient conditions
• Sand (grit 280) then clean meticulously
• Apply a second coat
• Do not exceed 24 hours between the application of 2 coats

Previously coated surfaces

• Remove any previous coatings by using one of our strippers listed under ‘previously coated surfaces’
• Apply a first even and generous coat of Acryl Parket
• Allow to dry for 4 hours between coats depending on the ambient conditions
• Sand (grit 280) then clean meticulously
• Apply a second coat
• Do not exceed 24 hours between the application of 2 coats

Maintenance

• Regularly clean the sealed surface with a brush or vacuum cleaner.
• Clean the surface with a gentle soap compatible with a floor varnish.
• If grease or other dirt accumulates and fouls the surface, use a powerful cleaner. Do not use this type of product in the first 3 weeks following the application of  Acryl Parket.

Clean Up

Clean all tools and equipment with water.

Tips from the professionals

1. Good surface preparation is essential for the final appearance of the finish.
2. Depending on the condition of the surface several sanding stages will be required: from grit 40 to 180. It is advisable to only use one grade at a time.
3. For a perfect result: Apply Acryl Parket in the direction of the wood grain. Do 3 criss-cross passes in one application by facing the light and starting at the part opposite the door so as to progress towards it.
4. Start with the edges and then do the entire surface by working in zones of 2 metres by 2 metres.
5. Do not open the windows during application to avoid drying too quickly.
6. Coloured base before finish: Apply a coat of Acryl Prim. After drying and without sanding, finish with two coats of Acryl Parket, sanding between these two coats.

Precautions:

Do not cover the sealed surface with carpets or protective covers for 14 days after the application of the floor varnish.
Wait at least 48 hours before putting back furniture, protecting the legs with pads

• Light usage (with care): 24/48 h
• Normal usage: 7 days.
• Intense usage: 15 days.