How to cover staining from Oak, Sapele or Idigbo?

 
At Anker Stuy Coatings we often receive the question if we offer a solution for isolating the staining of hardwoods such as Oak or Sapele. A number of wood species, including meranti, merbau, oak and teak, contain ingredients that dissolve in water. If you want to paint these (untreated) wood types with a water-based paint, it is possible that these ingredients react with the paint and leave stains behind on a opaque finish. Something you don’t want.

Our solution is 17-0537 Hydrolux ISO primer. Which is a new unique formulation launched early 2022 on the market. Combining great features such as quick drying, great levelling and flow, easy to sand and spray, great coverage and excellent adhesion to any hardwood species. Most importantly, it is a very good stain blocking on wood species that contain acids/tannins.

Three layer system
We recommend a three layer system with two layers of 17-0537 ISO primer and one layer of topcoat; available in three gloss levels: Semi-Matt, Semi-Gloss and Gloss. The recommended film thickness of each layer is 175 micron wet. This product can be used internally and externally on new windows, doors, skirting boards and more.

Climate settings are always important when working with waterborne paints. So temperature and humidity should be monitored. Forced drying is recommended by using an air fan.