Whale
Red Oxide Primer
Rustproof metal primer
Details
High Gloss Synthetic Enamel
Tough high-gloss enamel for wood and metal, inside and out.
- Coverage13 – 15 m²/L
- Touch dry2 – 3 hours
- Recoat16 – 24 hours
- Coats2
Overview
Made for wood & metal.
Whale High Gloss Synthetic Enamel gives wood and metal a smooth, glossy, hard-wearing finish with good hiding. Easy to apply and suitable for interior and exterior use.
- Doors
- Windows
- Grills
- Gates
- Furniture
Key features
- High gloss finish
- Ultra hiding properties
- Easy to apply
- Good whiteness and coverage
- Interior and exterior
Performance
How it performs.
Drying time at 25°C
Coverage per coat
13–15m²/L
≈ 140–161 sq ft per litre
| Gallon 3.64 L | 47–55 m² |
|---|---|
| Quarter 0.91 L | 12–14 m² |
Sheen level
- Matt
- Low sheen
- Silk
- Semi-gloss
- Gloss
Apply with
- Brush
- Roller
- Spray
Recommended system · Metal gates & grills
- 1Whale Red Oxide PrimerRust protection for metal
- 2Whale High Gloss Synthetic Enamel × 2Colour and protection
Shade card
39 ready-mixed shades.
Off White
Shade 7001
Screen colours are a guide. Check the printed shade card at your dealer before buying.
Technical data
The specifications.
| Product type | Alkyd synthetic enamel |
|---|---|
| Finish | High gloss |
| Gloss (60°) | Above 80 GU |
| Volume solids | 42 ± 2% |
| Specific gravity | 1.05 – 1.20 kg/L (shade dependent) |
| Dry film thickness | 30 µm per coat |
| Theoretical coverage | 13 – 15 m²/L per coat (140 – 161 sq ft) |
| Touch dry | 2 – 3 hours |
| Recoat | 16 – 24 hours |
| Thinner | Mineral turpentine, up to 10% |
| Application | Brush, roller, spray |
| Recommended coats | 2 |
| Shelf life | 24 months, unopened |
Typical values at 25°C and 50% relative humidity. Practical coverage depends on surface texture, porosity and application method.
Download
The full technical data sheet as a print-ready A4 PDF — specifications, application, system and shade card.
Open datasheetPack sizes
Gallon · Quarter
How to apply
For the best finish.
1 · Prepare the surface
- Remove rust, mill scale and loose paint by wire brushing or sanding.
- Wipe off grease and oil with solvent.
- Prime bare metal with Red Oxide Primer; prime or undercoat bare wood.
- Lightly sand previously painted glossy surfaces for adhesion.
2 · Apply
- Stir thoroughly before use.
- Thin with mineral turpentine only if needed.
- Apply thin, even coats by brush, roller or spray.
- Allow the recommended recoat time between coats.
- Clean tools with mineral turpentine.
- Flammable — no naked flames
- Ventilate well while painting
- Avoid skin contact
- Keep away from children
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from heat, sparks and open flame, with the lid tightly closed. Flammable — do not smoke while painting. Avoid inhaling vapour; use in ventilated areas. Keep out of reach of children.
The information on this page is given in good faith based on our testing and experience. As conditions of use are beyond our control, no warranty is implied. Premium Asian Coating Systems reserves the right to update this information without notice.
