Do I Need A Primer?
Some colors, especially yellows, reds and oranges, and other dark accent colors, are considered by the paint industry to be “poor hiding” colors. That means they usually need a primer because, despite their strong, vibrant color, they’re not good at hiding the color they’re covering.
Using a grey or tinted primer can help you avoid having to apply multiple coats of paint to get the color you want. A tinted primer will help prepare the existing surface for your color. After that, you’ll typically only need to apply two coats of paint to get that perfect result.
At ECOS, we can help you tell which colors need a primer. Click here to print a zig-zag patterned paint card you can use to test your paint sample. Apply two coats of paint over the pattern. If you can still see the pattern through the paint, you’ll get better results if you use a grey or tinted primer under your color.
Painting Tips to Improve “Hide"
- Always choose a high-quality paint like ECOS.
- If you have multiple cans of the same color, combine them before you start to paint.
- Always stir paint thoroughly before painting.
- Don’t thin or dilute the paint with water.
- Use the correct primer as described above, or when you’re applying paint over a porous surface.
- Don’t spread the paint too thinly or unevenly.
- Allow the recommended drying time between coats.
- Always use high-quality brushes, rollers, and other tools.
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Frameworks
The Frameworks Palette represents the forces, space, and time that shape and form all of nature. These colors are bold and sophisticated, and have been curated to compliment the subtleties of the other palettes, adding moments of power and drama to any space.
Cascadia
The damp climate of the Cascadia ecoregion produces a palette rich in cool colors and vibrating with iridescent highlights in the form of flora and fauna that thrive in wet, fertile soil.
Arid South
The palette of the Arid South is a collection of muted, warm, earthy tones derived from the desert landscape.
Mountain West
The colors of the Mountain West are more muted than some of the other palettes with warm color shifts. The igneous and metamorphic geology of the ecoregion forms the foundation of this muted palette.
Heartland
The grasslands and cornfields of the North American Heartland inform the subtle hue shift toward yellow and the generally warm hues of this ecoregion.
The expansive, dramatic skies add saturation to the wide-ranging palette.
The expansive, dramatic skies add saturation to the wide-ranging palette.
Northeast
The crisp, vibrant colors of Northeastern autumn shift the hues of this palette toward oranges and reds.
The warmth of the palette also reflects the flowering hues of springtime.
The warmth of the palette also reflects the flowering hues of springtime.
Southeast
The Southeast palette has a hue shift toward the warms with a cooler set of neutrals to complement.
From the deep blues of the mountain ranges to the brightly colored flora and fauna, this ecoregion also boasts highly saturated primary colors.
From the deep blues of the mountain ranges to the brightly colored flora and fauna, this ecoregion also boasts highly saturated primary colors.
Caribbean
The Caribbean ecoregion bursts forth with bright colors drawn from its tropical climate.
The warms and cools of this palette are uniformly vibrant and saturated.
The warms and cools of this palette are uniformly vibrant and saturated.
Polar
The whites of this palette present an array of subtle hues that reflect the flora, fauna, and habitat of the Polar ecoregion.
This set of nine neutral colors is meant to complement the other ECOS System palettes.
This set of nine neutral colors is meant to complement the other ECOS System palettes.
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Anti-Formaldehyde Radiator (AFR) Paint
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Anti-Formaldehyde Radiator (AFR) paint is ideal for coating hot water radiators prior to painting. This paint absorbs VOCs, including formaldehyde (which can off-gas from conventional central heating radiators) before they escape into the air. Odorless, non-toxic, and VOC-free. Not suitable for steam or electric storage radiators.
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ECOS Interior Anti-Formaldehyde Radiator (AFR) paint is ideal for coating hot water radiators prior to painting. ECOS Interior AFR paint adsorbs VOCs, including formaldehyde (which can off-gas from conventional central heating radiators) before they escape into the air. Not suitable for steam, or electric storage radiators which run at even higher temperatures and require specialized finishes.
- ✔ Zero VOC1
- ✔ No Odor2
- 1Conforms to CDPH 01350 (VOC emissions test taken at 14 days).
- 2No traditional paint (polyurethane) odor, which can cause headaches, nausea, and respiratory issues.
Anti-Formaldehyde Radiator (AFR) Paint
Typical coverage per gallon:
500 sq. ft.
Recommended coats:
3
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| Preparation | Good surface preparation is vital for the perfect finish. Surfaces should be clean, dry, and free from any dirt, dust, or contaminants. Repair any cracks, holes, or imperfections. Sand glossy surfaces with fine grit sandpaper first to ensure good adhesion. Before painting, clean stubborn areas with mild detergent, and remove any loose, or peeling paint, then rinse and dry thoroughly before painting. ECOS Paint is self-priming on most properly prepared surfaces, but we recommend using one of our primers if painting over a higher gloss finish, a darker color, or applying an accent color. |
| Application and Clean Up | Stir well before use. If using multiple containers of the same color, intermix them all to ensure color uniformity. Can be applied using a high quality synthetic brush, rolled using a shed-resistant 3/8” to 1/2” roller cover, or sprayed using an airless sprayer with 0.015” to 0.017” tip at 1600 to 1800 psi. Do not apply in temperatures below 50oF. For best results, always apply two coats of paint. Dries to the touch in 30 to 60 minutes. Recommended wait time between coats is 2 to 4 hours. High humidity and cool temperatures may result in longer dry and recoat times. Do not thin the paint. Clean up with warm soapy water. |
| Coverage | 500 sq. ft. per gallon |
| Recommended coats | 3 |
| Product Code | 700355463627 |