combined specifications

RECOMMENDED USES

FEATURES & BENEFITS

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

PRECAUTION - NOT RECOMMENDED FOR:

• Fillingcracks&holesonsurfaceswherenostructuralmovementoccurs• Forbothinterior&exteriorsubstrates• Fillingcracks&chipsinwalls,ceilings,doors&windowframes

• Fillscracks&holesinasingleapplication–upto8mmthick

• Pre-mixedsoeasytouse• Suitableforinterior&exterioruse• Iswater&weatherresistant• Smooth&durable• Iswaterbased,socanbecleanedup

withwater

• Paintablewithoilandwaterbasedpaints• Easytosand• Pineincolour• Fastdrying• Canbeappliedtoun-primedsurfaces• Willnotslumporshrink• Convenientsizes

1. Allsurfacesneedtobeclean&drywithnolooseorpowderymaterial2. PressPALContractFillerfirmlyintoplacewithafillingknife3. Fordeepercavitiesapplyinlayersupto8mmthick,allowingeachlayertodrycompletely

beforeapplyingthenextlayer4. Fastdry–nailholesin15minutes,largeholes3hours.Allowtodrybeforesanding&

painting5. Dryingtimewillbeextendedinhumidorcoldconditions.Donotapplybelow5°C6. Oncesetsandtoafeatherededgeforaperfectfinish7. Canthenpaintwitheitheracrylicoroilbasedpaint

• Notrecommendedforuseintemperaturesbelow5°C• Notrecommendedforuseinwetconditionsoronsurfacesthatareregularlyunderwater• Notrecommendedforuseonplastics• Productisnotflexiblesonotsuitableforusebetweensurfacesthataresubjectto

structuralmovement

HANDy TIPS

•PALContractFillerhasminimalshrinkagesothereisnoneedforexcessiveoverfilling.

•PALContractFillercanbenailed,screwedorplaned&iseasilysanded.

•Cleantoolsinwaterbeforeproductdrys.•Productcanbereconstitutedfromaslightly

dryform.

•Comesin250ml,500ml,1lt&4ltpots.

•Canbestainedwithawaterbasedpigmentorwaterbasedpainttomatchwood.

PAL CONTRACT FILLER IS A SINgLE PACk, qUICk DRyINg, wATER BASED FILLER, SUITABLE FOR INTERIOR & ExTERIOR APPLICATION.

Technical Data Sheet

USE ON:

Timber,Masonry,Plaster,Primedmetal

CONTRACT FILLER

PAL - Five decades of experience, designing and manufacturing paint sleeves, brushes and tools.

For handy decorating tips visit

www.paintaids.co.nz

PaintAidsLimited,POBox73161,AucklandAirport,Manukau2150,NewZealand.PALandtheBRUSHFERNareregisteredtrademarksofPaintAidsLtd.Copyright2010©

AMaterialSafetyDataSheetisavailablefromourwebsiteoryoucancontactcustomerserviceson0800278744

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Technical Data Sheet

PAL - Five decades of experience, designing and manufacturing paint sleeves, brushes and tools.

For handy decorating tips visit

www.paintaids.co.nz

Legend

NZ’s Premium Trade Brush

The Legend Range sets a new standard of synthetic filament brushes created using 100% quality DuPont Orel Tynex Filament to deliver trade quality performance with all paints.

Hand crafted in New Zealand using the Finest Materials 100% Quality

DuPont Orel® Tynex® Filament. A stainless steel ferrule is used to

prolong the life of the brush.

Paint Aids Limited, PO Box 73161, Auckland Airport, Manukau 2150, New Zealand. PAL and the BRUSHFERN are registered trademarks of Paint Aids Ltd. Copyright 2010 ©

HanDcrafTeD by a maSTer crafTSman THe PaL conTracT ProfeSSionaL LegenD giveS you:

DuPont Orel® Tynex® Filament

Flagged Filament Tips

Tapered Filaments

PAL SmoothTip Technology™

Stainless Steel Ferrule

Ergonomically Balanced The Legend uses only the best DuPont filaments handcrafted and styled to outperform all other trade brushes. The Orel Tynex filaments are solid, round and tapered to ensure the best painting performance.

Our patented SMOOTHTIP technology produces an evenly tapered, pre-finished bristle to provide you with an already ‘worked in’ brush straight from the packet.

SizeS & range

Legend Oval: 38mm, 50mm, 63mm, 75mm, 88mm, 100mm. Legend Angle: Trim 38mm, 50mm, 63mm. Legand Flat: 50mm, 63mm, 75mm.

This data sheet is for the general help of users. It is provided in good faith. The data is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Differing materials, substrates, environments, site conditions, and product storage, handling and application may affect results. Users should carry out tests to decide the product’s suitability for purpose. This data sheet and the properties of the product may change without notice. Users, suppliers and retailers should check that the data sheets they have are the latest. To the maximum extent permitted by law, PAL disclaims all warranties in relation to manufacture and use of the product. PAL is not liable for representations made by users, suppliers or retailers about the product. PAL is not liable for any loss or damage resulting from incorrect, careless, or negligent use or storage of the product, including use of out of date product. Any liability arising from use of the product is limited to the replacement or purchase price of the product. PAL does not exclude rights and remedies that cannot be excluded by legislation, for example under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993. Sale of the product by PAL is subject to the PAL New Zealand Limited Conditions and Terms of Sale. For more information on PAL, products, and conditions of use and sale visit www.paintaids.co.nz

Technical Data Sheet

Appearance Smooth paste like consistency

Colour White

Chemical Type Water based acrylic

Specific Gravity Approximately. 1.6

Shore A Hardness Approximately. 80

Tensile Strength (E Modulus 100%) 15N/cm

Service Temperature -20°C to +75°C

Application Temperature 5ºC to 80ºC

Tool Working Time 15 minutes at 20°C

Tack Free Time (Skin Time) 15 minutes

Full Cure 2-3 days (depending on temperature)

Maximum Joint Movement +5%

Maximum Joint Width up to 25mm in localised areas

PRODUCTPAL Zero Gaps is a one-part water based, paintable acrylic gap filler.

DESCRIPTIONPAL Zero Gaps is a general purpose, gunnable one-part water based, paintable acrylic gap filler. This easy to use, economical sealant provides excellent adhesion for gaps and low movement joints.

RECOMMENDED USES

FEATURES & BENEFITS

• Sealing cracks in plasterboard.• Sealing window and door frames.• Sealing around ceramic tiles.• Sealing low movement joints.

• Crack filling prior to painting.• Sealing cracks in brickwork & concrete.• Sealing between light partition walls.• Sealing skirting and architraves.

• Excellent sealing and adhesion properties.• Skins within 15 minutes.• After 2 hours can be over-painted with

acrylic paint.• Once fully cured (2-3 days) oil based paint

can be used.• High bond strength.

• Once cured excellent water resistance.• Slump resistant.• New Zealand made.• Low odour.• VOC = 84 grams / litre.• Meets Green Star NZ Office 2009 IEQ3.• Meets Green Star NZ Office interiors IEQ3.

PERFORMANCE PROPERTIESTypical properties after seven days cure at 25°C & 50%RH

PACKAGINGPAL Zero Gaps is available in 450gm (300ml) plastic cartridge in carton lots of 20.

THE PROFESSIONAL

CHOICE OF GAP FILLER

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COVERAGE:The coverage below is approximate and is dependent on substrate conditions.

Metres per 450 gm (300 ml) Cartridge

Joint Depth (mm) Joint Width (mm)

5 10 20 25

5 12.8 6.4 4.2 3.2

10 - 3.2 2.1 1.6

15 - - 1.4 1.1

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

PRECAUTION - NOT RECOMMENDED FOR:

PAINTABILITYPAL Zero Gaps can be painted over with most types of paint. In most cases PAL Zero Gaps can be painted over in 2 hours, this is dependent on gap size and depth. In general the large the gap size the longer the drying time.

HEALTH AND SAFETYOn contact, uncured sealant causes irritation. Gloves and protective goggles must be worn during application and use.

1. Ensure all surfaces are clean, dry and free from dust and grease.

2. Remove all loose material (including old filler) from working area.

3. Apply sealant into crack or gap by pushing PAL Zero Gaps ahead of nozzle thus ensuring that sealant contacts both sides of

the joint and is pushed firmly into place.4. Scrape off lightly with a putty knife or

similar tool dipped in clean water for a smooth, even finish.

5. Clean off excess with a damp cloth immediately.

• Use underwater.• Use where abrasion or physical abuse can

be expected.• Use sealing submerged joints.

• Application on damp substrates.• Joints subject to movements over 10%• Do not use in external applications where

rain is imminent within 4 hours.

THE PROFESSIONAL

CHOICE OF GAP FILLER

• Avoid contact with skin, eyes and avoid breathing in vapour.

• If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre.

• If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Give a glass of water.

• Wear protective gloves when mixing or using.• If skin contact occurs, remove

contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly for a minimum of 15 minutes and see a doctor.

PAL - Five decades of experience, designing and manufacturing paint sleeves, brushes and tools.

For handy decorating tips visit www.paintaids.co.nz Paint Aids Limited, PO Box 73161, Auckland Airport, Manukau 2150, New Zealand. PAL and the BRUSHFERN are registered trademarks of Paint Aids Ltd. Copyright 2010 ©

CLEAN-UPWater or damp cloth when still wet.

FIREPAL Zero Gaps is non-flammable.

STORAGEStore in cool dry conditions for a shelf life of twelve (12) months. Store away from oxidising agents and acids.