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Overcoat substrate guide

Overcoat can be applied to a range of surfaces, depending on the substrate a primer will need to be applied before coating.

Construction·Overcoat·Updated June 2022

Overcoat can be applied to a range of surfaces, depending on the substrate a primer will need to be applied before coating.

Compatible substrates

In most cases, Overcoat will not need a primer but some substrates will need one to create a permanent bond to the existing roof. Here is a list of existing surface substrates with the relevant primer required. If you have any questions please contact us.

SubstratePrimer
WoodOvercoat porosity primer
GRPNone required
Slate & TilesNone required
Single Ply (PVC)Overcoat porosity primer
Previously PaintedNone required
Mild SteelOvercoat porosity primer
Insulation Board Ply FacedNone required
GalvanisingNone required
FeltNone required
Corroded GalvanisingOvercoat rust primer
Corroded Mild SteelOvercoat rust primer
ConcreteOvercoat porosity primer
BitumenNone required
Brick (dry)None required
AluminiumOvercoat porosity primer
AsbestosOvercoat porosity primer
AsphaltNone required

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