Sikkens Cetol Bl Primer Paint - 2.5 Litres

Sikkens Cetol BL Primer is a premium quality, water based primer with stain blocking properties for exterior use on joinery & cladding. This white primer has been formulated to provide excellent adhesion and flexibility on timber. Low-odour, it provides a sound base for subsequent coatings.

• Quick drying
• Low odour
• Provides optimum adhesion and flexibility
• Minimises extractive discolouration

Always ensure the surface to be treated is clean, dry and free from any dust, algae, fungi or moss.

• Resinous deposits should be removed with a scraper.
• Degrease the surface with a lint free cloth and suitable solvent, allow to evaporate fully before applying Sikkens.
• For previously painted or worn wood use a fine sandpaper of 240 grit work in the direction of to abrade the surface the grain remove any loose paint.
• Dust down entire surface.
• Fill any cracks, holes or chips, always use a filler designed for timber.

Before applying stir the product thoroughly and test a small area to ensure colour and adhesion. Colours can vary dependant on surface to be treated.

• Do not apply when there is the risk of rain or when temperatures are below 8°C or above 25°C.
• Protect from frost and rain until dry.
• Always ensure product is fully mixed before and during application to ensure consistency in colour and sheen.
• Do not thin.
• For best results use a good quality, synthetic-fibre brush designed for the application of water borne products.
• The product should be applied in a full flowing coat, laying off in the direction of the grain, using the minimum number of brushstrokes necessary to produce an acceptable finish.
• Avoid over brushing.
• Apply 1 coats.
• Allow 4 hours drying time if second coat is required.
• Carefully denib the first coat using a fine grade nylon abrasive pad or a fine grade (P240 or finer) wet or dry silicon carbide abrasive paper, remove all dust.
• Subsequent coatings should be applied as soon as possible after Cetol BL Primer has dried, but no sooner than 15 hours,in order to provide full protection and isolation of extractives.
• On new wood were possible the first coat should be applied all round prior to fixing.
• Pay special attention to areas of exposed grain e.g tops and bottoms of doors.

Note: Always follow the manufacturer instructions found on the tin.

Q. Will Sikkens Cetol Bl Primer block knots?

A. Yes, this is a water based primer with stain blocking properties, it is ideal for exterior hardwood and knotty softwood and timber species that carry a risk of extractive discolouration.

Q. How quickly can I apply the top coat after Sikkens Cetol Bl Primer?

A. This primer is touch dry in 20 minutes and recoatable within 4-6 hours.

Delivery

All orders placed on a working day before 3pm will be dispatched on the same day for next working day delivery. Orders placed before 3pm on Friday will be delivered on Monday (excluding bank holidays). Orders placed on weekends and Bank Holidays will be dispatched on the next working day. All orders have a charge of £3.99 for express delivery.

Special Delivery

You can now choose some special delivery options. 

• AM Delivery: Get your order by 12pm
  If placed on a working day before 3pm, the AM Delivery will be dispatched on the same day for Next Working Day delivery. 
  Orders placed before 3pm on Friday will be delivered on Monday AM (excluding bank holidays). Orders placed on weekends and Bank Holidays will be dispatched on the next working day for delivery on the following AM. All orders have a charge of £12.99 for AM delivery.

• Late Cut-Off: Get an extra hour to place your order for Next Working Day delivery.
  Orders placed on a working day before 4pm will be dispatched on the same day for Next Working Day delivery. 
  Orders placed before 4pm on Friday will be delivered on Monday (excluding bank holidays). Orders placed on weekends and Bank Holidays will be dispatched on the next working day. All orders have a charge of £5.99 for Late Cut-Off delivery.

• Saturday Delivery: Get your order on Saturday
  Option available on Fridays. Orders placed on Friday before 3pm will be delivered on Saturday. All orders have a charge of £9.95 for Saturday delivery.

Exceptions

We do not deliver to the Channel Islands or the Republic of Ireland

Certain postcodes delivery times and charges may vary please head to the cart to see your available delivery options.

Returns

We offer a 14 day money back guarantee for all goods shipped correctly that are not required. If the item is not required, please send the item back for a full refund in its original condition, unused with its original packaging. Please note return for unwanted item is at your own expense.

Contact us as soon as possible to inform us you will be returning the product either by the contact form below or by calling our team on 0161 960 0217.

Please note any bespoke or mixed to order items can not be returned, if you are unsure this is your product please check the listing or contact us for details. 

We always recommend getting samples or contacting us for free of charge colourcharts. We do our best to represent colours as accurately as possible however screens variations and different surfaces can alter this. Unfortunately in the event you do not like the colour we are unable to accept the product back if they it has been opened.

Damaged Paint

Please visit our damages page where we can help resolve the issue for you. 

Incorrect Item

We will be happy to organise an exchange for the correct goods at no extra charge to yourself, please get in touch to organise this.

Faulty Items

If you find a fault with your product, we can offer a full refund or exchange within 30 days. We test every product that is returned to us, sadly if a product is found to have no fault we cannot refund this and the you will be given the option to have this returned to you. Please get in touch to discuss these options. If you find fault after 30 days of purchase you may wish to contact the manufacturer directly as they will be able to offer support with the product.