Features

Interior/Exterior Oil Porch and Floor Enamel is a polyurethane fortified, high gloss paint designed for long lasting floor protection. Paint is suitable for many interior and exterior uses, this extremely durable enamel resists scuffing and abrasion while retaining its high gloss appearance.

Where to Use

Use paint on properly prepared concrete, wood, porches, basement floors, stairs, breezeways, primed metal, indoor and outdoor floors. Not for use on exterior wood decks, garage floors or other automobile parking areas.

Coverage

One gallon of paint covers up to 500 sq. ft. depending upon surface porosity.

Preparing Your Surfaces

The surface must be clean, dry and free of all loose, peeling or cracking paint. Thoroughly clean surface and remove wax and grease with an all-purpose cleaner (TSP or substitute), scouring powder, wax remover or diluted ammonia. Wire brush or scrape chipped or peeling paint. Rough or repaired wood surfaces should be sanded smooth. Prime bare, new wood with an enamel undercoater. All rust must be removed from metal prior to painting. Prime all iron and steel with a rust inhibiting metal primer. Remove gloss from previously painted surfaces with gloss remover or by sanding. For new concrete, allow surface to cure at least 60 days before painting. Then, acid etch with muriatic acid (see etching instructions and read all cautions on etching packages). Unpainted or smoothly worn concrete should also be etched. For newly etched concrete surfaces or badly worn spots on wood, apply 2 coats of Oil Floor Enamel, a thin first coat and the second coat at the normal rate.

Application

Stir paint thoroughly before and during use. If using more than one can of the same color, intermix to maintain color consistency. To increase traction on stairs and other areas where accidental slips may occur, add Valspar Anti-Skid Additive or one cup of clean, dry sand when applying the finishing coat. Stir frequently during application to avoid settling. Use a premium quality roller, polyester brush, pad applicator or airless sprayer. DO NO USE SAND IF SPRAYING. Apply liberally over the full length of the surface to avoid lap marks. If applied by airless sprayer, back roll to ensure proper penetration. Finish with long, even strokes in one direction.

Drying Times

Paint dries to the touch in about 6-8 hours, longer in high humidity or cool temperatures. Do not apply when surface and air temperatures are below 50°F (10°C). Allow 24 hours before light foot traffic and 48 hours for normal use. Allow 24 hours before recoating.

WARNING!

If you scrape, sand or remove old paint, you may release lead dust. LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS, SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH-approved respirator to control lead exposure. Clean up carefully with a HEPA vacuum and a wet mop. Before you start, find out how to protect yourself and your family by contacting the National Lead Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD or log on to www.epa.gov/lead.