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TECHNICAL DATA SHEETTECHNICAL DATA SHEET
DRYWALL PLUS INTERIOR PRIMER & SEALER
NO. 73
PRODUCT INFORMATION
BEHR® Drywall Plus Interior Primer & Sealer is fast-drying and seals uncoated and previously painted interior drywall, wallboard,
wood and brick to promote a uniform nish for topcoats. This 100% acrylic formula is ideal for use under lower sheen paints and
has excellent hiding properties for topcoat products.
RECOMMENDED USES:
Use for interior applications in low moisture areas on new or unpainted:
• Drywall/Gypsum Board • Brick • Plaster • Wood
COMPLIES WITH THE BELOW AS OF 9/1/2020
SCAQMD YES GREENGUARD®
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YES
CARB SCM 2007 YES LEED® v.4
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YES
OTC Phase II YES MPI 50
OTC YES MPI X-Green 50
LADCO YES CHPS YES
AIM YES NAHB/ICC NGBS YES
This coating conforms to USDA regulatory requirements for incidental food-
contact materials intended for use on surfaces not in direct contact with food,
such as walls, oors and ceilings.
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GREENGUARD is a registered trademark of UL Company.
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Please visit www.usgbc.org/LEED for additional details.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:
Tint Bases/Max Tint Load:
No. 73 128 oz / 2 oz
Resin Type: 100% Acrylic
Weight per Gallon: 10.1 lb
% Solids by Volume: 23% ± 2%
% Solids by Weight: 36% ± 2%
VOC: < 50 g/L
Flash Point: N/A
Viscosity: 90 – 100 KU
Recommended Film Thickness:
Wet: 6.4 mils / Dry: 1.4 mils @ 250 sq ft/gal
Wet: 4.0 mils / Dry: 0.9 mils @ 400 sq ft/gal
Coverage: 250 – 400 sq ft/gal depending on application
method and substrate porosity. Does not include the loss of
material from spraying.
APPLICATION:
Brush: Nylon/polyester
Roller: 3/8" – 1/2" nap roller cover, depending on surface
texture
Airless Spray:
Tip: .015"– .019"
Filter: 60 mesh
Fluid Pressure: 1,800 – 2,500 psi
Thinning: Do not thin if using brush or roller; however, if
using a sprayer and thinning is required, thin with water at a
rate of no more than 1/2 pint per gallon.
Dry Time: @ 77°F & 50% RH
Longer dry time may be required in cooler temperatures
and higher humidity.
To Touch: 30 minutes
To Recoat: 1 hour
SURFACE PREPARATION:
All surfaces must be clean, free of dust, chalk, oil, grease,
wax, polish, mold and mildew stains, loose and peeling paint,
rust, and all other foreign substances.
Drywall: All drywall surfaces should be suciently sanded
smooth. Remove any remaining drywall dust prior to
priming. Allow all drywall compounds to be completely dry
prior to coating.
Plaster: New plaster should be thoroughly dried out
and cured for a minimum of 30 days before painting.
When cured, clean using a mixed solution of one part vinegar
and one part water to remove eorescence and neutralize.
Brick: New brick should be thoroughly dry; test
pH prior to applying primer. The pH must be under 9.0
before coating.
Wood: Remove mill glaze with sandpaper to open the pores
of the wood and follow all label instructions. For severe
stains caused by mold, mildew, algae and fungus, apply
a mildew stain removing product. Set nails and ll holes,
scratches, and gauges with the appropriate wood ller and
let dry completely. Remove all dust with a wiping cloth. Fill
all gaps with a 100% acrylic, siliconized, paintable caulking
and allow to dry completely. Patched and lled surfaces
should be sanded smooth and dusted clean prior to coating.
Previously Painted Surfaces: Remove all loose and
peeling paint and all other foreign substances. Clean any dirt
and grease by scrubbing the surface with a detergent and
water solution, followed by a thorough rinsing with clean
water. Set nails and ll holes, scratches, and gouges with the
appropriate patching material. Let dry completely and sand
smooth. Remove all dust with a tack or wiping cloth. Fill all
gaps with a 100% acrylic, siliconized, paintable caulking,
and allow to completely dry prior to coating.
Glossy Surfaces: For maximum adhesion, sand the surface
thoroughly to provide a rough surface before coating.
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, nd out how to
protect yourself and your family by contacting the National
Lead Information Center at 1-800-424-LEAD or log on to
www.epa.gov/lead.
CLEAN-UP/DISPOSAL:
Clean all tools and equipment with warm, soapy water.
Do not dispose of this product down a drain. If spilled,
contain material and remove with an inert absorbent.
Dispose of contaminated absorbent, container and unused
product in accordance with all current federal, state
and local regulations. For recycling or disposal of empty
containers, unused product and soiled rags, contact your
household refuse collection service.
CAUTIONS/LIMITATIONS:
• Protect from freezing.
• Do not use on oors.
• For best results, apply when air, material and surface
temperatures are between 50°F and 90°F. Temperatures
above 90°F can cause the paint to dry too fast, whereas
temperatures below 50°F can inhibit proper lm formation.
• Shelf life under normal conditions is two years unopened.
This information is provided “as is” and no representations or warranties, either express or implied, of merchantability, tness for a particular purpose or of any other nature
are made with respect to this information or to any product referred to in this information. For SDS or to consult with a Behr Paint Company representative,
call 1-800-854-0133 Ext. 2 (U.S.A. only). ©2020 Behr Process Corporation, Santa Ana, CA 92705 U.S.A.
Revised 9/2020
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