Hornblower

• Water based
• Suitable for interior use only
• Chalk and mineral paint formulated for wooden furniture, laminate, metal
• Suitable for walls – in which case thinning with up to 10% tap water is advised
• Minimal VOC content with virtually no odour
• UKCA and EN71-3 certified (safe for use on children’s toys) EN71-3:2013+A3:2019
• Self-priming - no primer or undercoat required
• Self-levelling - meaning little to no brushmarks is achievable
• Self-sealing - does not require a top coat for durability
• Finish - soft, low sheen

Coverage

• A 750ml tin will provide a coat of up to 12.5m2. For a durable finish, a minimum of 2 coats is required, so your 750ml tin should provide full coverage for just over 6m2on non-porous surfaces like laminate or metal.
• Porous, or ‘thirsty’ surfaces like bare wood or MDF, tend to absorb paint meaning additional coats are likely to be required to achieve a durable finish. In this case, your 750ml tin will provide less than 6m2of full coverage. If you apply the paint too thinly, durability may be affected.

Preparation

• Ensure surfaces are in suitable condition for painting - clean, dry, free from wax, grease of penetrating substances and in sound condition. If previously painted, remove loose or flaking paint.
• Surface preparation required in addition to the above – clean with Frenchic Sugar Soap, rinse and dry. Hand-sand sufficiently to abrade the surface. Wipe off any dust, paint away! For a great demonstration, see our video from Frenchic TV.
• Take care on opening the tin lid – a Frenchic tin opener is recommended.
• Stir thoroughly with a wide implement prior to each use.

Application, drying and sealing

• Apply with a good quality brush or a roller
• Allow a minimum of 1 hour between coats
• You may prefer to sand between coats, depending on the desired effect
• Seal with your choice of Frenchic sealant

Clean up and storage

• Reseal tin after use. Clean up any spills immediately with water. Wash brushes in warm, soapy water.
• Do not store where the tin could be subjected to damp, frost, freezing or high temperatures.