Biofa Hard Lightening Foundation 3756

Instructions for use

Substrate preparation:
Substrate must be dry (wood with less than 12% moisture content), clean, free of dust and grease, and prepared according to the rules of the trade.
If necessary, clean with BIOFA 0500 thinner.
Remove old paint.
Degrease woods with a high tannin content (tropical woods, oak, etc.) with alcohol and allow to dry for at least 24 hours.
Sand furniture with 240-grit sandpaper and floors with 120-grit sandpaper.
Substrate temperature must be at least 16°C.
Follow BIOFA 2100 technical data sheet for terra cotta tiles.
Underfloor heating: heat for 3 days, switch off 24 hours before treatment, switch on again 72 hours after last treatment (increase by 5°C per day, max. temperature 30°C).

Application:
Stir well before use.
Apply a thin, even coat with a brush or, preferably, a lint-free cloth. After 30-60 minutes, spread or blot up any excess oil that has not penetrated.
After 60 minutes, go over with a green or beige pad, or sand with 120/150 grain when completely dry.
Caution: excess oil creates a sticky, shiny surface that does not dry thoroughly. Test beforehand.
Never pour the product onto a surface, as the edges of any stains cannot be removed by sanding.
Standing wood absorbs more oil and darkens more; use very thin coats. Depending on the cut of light woods (maple, ash, etc.), there are places where the oil will darken the wood more.
Sponge off any oil that has not penetrated the terracotta tiles.
Important: during application and drying, ensure good ventilation and air circulation.
Do not treat the inside of furniture, drawers, etc.,
Spray application: 1.5 to 1.7 mm nozzle, pressure 2.50 to 3.0 bar. Airless: 0.23 to 0.28 mm, pressure 4 bar. Adjustment according to available equipment.

Finishing:
Floors should be treated with BIOFA 2044 universal hard oil, BIOFA 2050/2051 varnish or BIOFA 2060/2061 hard wax.
Furniture should be treated with the same products or covering lacquers.
Mineral floors should be finished with BIOFA 2100 STONE OIL.

Cleaning equipment:
BIOFA 0500 thinner immediately after use.
The thinner can be reused after a few days.

Drying

Sand and recoat after 8-16 hours (20°C / 50-55% humidity).
After this time, surfaces can be finished.
After oiling, lacquering or waxing, use floors gently.
Intensive use after 7-10 days.
For cork substrates, a longer drying time is required.
Low temperatures, excessive air or substrate humidity, exotic species and cork may extend drying time.

Packaging

• 750ml (10-15m²): €23.04
• 2.5L (35-50m²): 68.09€.

Consumption
Depends on substrate absorption.
Consumption 50-70ml/m² Yield 15-20m²/litre.

Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Unopened containers may form a skin.
Close containers tightly.
Transfer leftovers to smaller containers.

Composition
Aliphatic hydrocarbons, castor oil, linseed oil, soybean oil, rosin resin ester, cobalt, zirconium and manganese octoate drier, antioxidant, titanium dioxide.

Safety tips
Allow soaked cloths to dry on non-flammable surfaces, or soak in water before drying (risk of self-ignition). When dry, they are easier to recycle.
Natural products should also be kept out of reach of children.
Contains cobaltbis-2-ethyl hexanoate, may cause allergic reactions.
Do not inhale aerosols.
Use only in well-ventilated areas.
Aerosol or heated product may create explosive vapours.
When applying, observe safety rules for skin protection.
Wear a fine dust mask when sanding.
The use of natural raw materials may give off a characteristic odour.

Recycling
Do not dispose of residues down the drain. Liquid product should be disposed of in paint containers or in accordance with local regulations. Small quantities and dry rags can be disposed of in household waste. Empty, dry packaging should be disposed of at a waste disposal center. Uncleaned packaging should be treated in the same way as the product.

Liquid waste - EAK 080111

VOC EU-max. (cat. A/h) 750 g/L (2010)

BIOFA 3756 contains max. 540 g/L