Use and Care Manual

METALLIC TONES PPG3000 Series
PPG METALLIC TONES Interior Specialty Finish
GENERAL SURFACE PREPARATION
All surfaces must be sound, dry, clean and free of oil, grease, dirt, mildew, rust, form release agents, curing compounds,
loose and flaking paint and other foreign substances. Wash walls before painting and rinse well. Glossy surfaces must be dulled by sanding
to ensure proper adhesion. Remove sanding dust. Fill all cracks and nail holes with crack filler and spot prime with the appropriate primer.
For best results, prime heavily stained areas or watermarks with a stain blocking primer.
WARNING! If you scrape, sand, or remove old paint, you may release lead dust or fumes. LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST OR
FUMES CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS, SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO
AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a properly fitted NIOSH-approved respirator and prevent skin contact 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 USEPA National Lead
Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD or log on to www.epa.gov/lead. Follow these instructions to control exposure to other hazardous
substances that may be released during surface preparation.
GYPSUM WALLBOARD-DRYWALL: Nails or screws should be countersunk, and they along with any indentations should be mudded flush with
the surface, sanded smooth and cleaned to remove any dust, then prime prior to painting the substrate.
WOOD TRIM: Unpainted wood or wood in poor condition should be sanded smooth, wiped clean, then primed. Any knots or resinous areas must
be primed before painting. Countersink all nails, putty flush with surface, then prime.
PRECAUTIONS
PPG Architectural Finishes, Inc. believes the technical data presented is currently accurate: however, no guarantee of accuracy, comprehensiveness, or performance is given or implied.
Improvements in coatings technology may cause future technical data to vary from what is in this bulletin. For complete, up-to-date technical information, call 1-800-426-6306.
PPG Industries, Inc.
Architectural Coatings
One PPG Place
Pittsburgh, PA 15272
www.ppg.com
www.ppgmetallictones.com
Technical Services
1-800-441-9695
PPG Architectural Coatings Canada Inc.
2505, rue de la Métropole,
Longueuil (Québec) Canada J4G 1E5
Architect/Specifier
1-888-PPG-IDEA
WARNING! HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED. Sanding and grinding dusts may be harmful if inhaled. Do not swallow. Keep container tightly closed and
sealed until ready for use. Wash thoroughly after handling. Provide fresh air ventilation during and after application and drying. Avoid the inhalation of dust, partic-
ulates, spray or mist arising from the application of this preparation. Use personal protective equipment as required. Note: These warnings encompass the prod-
uct series. Prior to use, read and follow product-specific SDS and label information. FIRST AID: If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if the person is
conscious). Call physician immediately. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. If in eyes, rinse with water for 15 minutes. Check
for and remove any contact lenses. If on skin, rinse well with water. Wash with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation develops. If inhaled, remove to
fresh air. If experiencing respiratory symptoms call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Keep out of the reach of children. For workplace use, an SDS is avail-
able from your retailer or by calling [phone]. EMERGENCY SPILL INFORMATION: [phone] (U.S.).
PPG3000 2/2017
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Tape off all areas to be painted. Stir paint thoroughly before use. New and previously painted surfaces should be primed with the appropriate
latex primer prior to applying paint. See primer label directions for specific instructions. Do not apply when the surface or air temperature is
below 50ºF (10ºC).
HELPFUL HINT: For best results, it is recommended that one person apply the METALLIC TONES Specialty FInish to all walls.
Step 1: Apply one coat using a premium quality 3/8" nap roller. Follow with a final downward sweep from top to bottom across the entire area.
Use the small sponge insert to dab any areas around the edges. Allow first basecoat to dry for at least two hours.
HELPFUL HINT: Lap marks and appearance inconsistencies are expected in the first coat. For lighter colors, two coats may be required.
Step 2: Specialty faux finish sponge roller should be rinsed with warm water prior to use. Remove excess water by squeezing the roller. Apply
final coat with a specialty faux finish sponge roller. Start application in one corner and apply from top to bottom. Use slightly overlapping strokes
until the paint is spread to an even consistency. Follow with a final downward sweep from top to bottom across the entire area. Use the small
sponge insert to dab any areas around the edges.
HELPFUL HINT: For a more irregular or random pattern, follow the above instructions and apply paint in a small V pattern until wall is
covered.
BRUSHING (TRIM WORK): Apply evenly in a single direction (horizontal or vertical) with a premium quality nylon/polyester brush. Do not
feather the end of the brush stroke; leave a wet edge so that it may be blended with the next brush stroke for an even finish. For complete cov-
erage, apply two coats or more, allowing two hours dry time between coats.
THINNING: DO NOT THIN.
APPLICATION INFORMATION