Description
Flat Out Flat is a “dead-flat” finish for anyone wanting a very low-sheen appearance on their project. It mimics the waxed look of chalk-style paint. Because of its natural properties, it is not recommended for medium- or high-use pieces like furniture or cabinets.
Want to improve the performance of your finish and still obtain a matte sheen? Use a semi-gloss sheen for the first 2 coats and a flat for the third for optimum performance. Alternatively, use High Performance Water-Based Topcoat or Arm-R-Seal Oil Based Topcoat.
Also available in gallons and pints.
Don’t forget your brushes and sandpaper!
Shipping Notice:During periods of extreme cold, OakTree may temporarily hold water-based products to prevent them from freezing during transit. As a result, shipping times may vary based on local and national weather conditions.
Specs
Product Colors:Water White in can (dries clear)
Base Type:Water
Ambering:No
Sheen:Very Flat (1-5)
Interior or Exterior:Interior only
Tintable:Yes
Type:Self-crosslinking Acrylic
Coats:3 coats
Application Method:Brush, Roll, Spray
Usable over existing finishes:Yes
Spray Tip Sizes:HVLP 1.1mm-1.3mm
Dry Time – Touch:30+ min.
Dry Time – Recoat:2+ hrs.
Dry Time – Light Use:7-10 days
Dry Time – Cure:21 days
Coverage:125-150 sq. ft. per quart
Viscosity:Medium
Durability (Highest, High, Medium, Low):Low
Preparation
Raw Wood
- Sand no finer than 220 grit.
- Remove dust.
Sealed Surface
- Scuff clean with a non-woven abrasive pad & 50:50 mix of denatured alcohol & water.
- Dry 1-2 hours.
- Sand lightly with 220-320-grit sanding sponge.
- Remove dust.
Directions
- Stir thoroughly to reincorporate solids that have settled to the bottom of the can before and throughout the application process. Do not shake.
- Thin as desired with distilled water; start with 5%, adding up to 10% by volume.
- Apply 3 coats. No more than three coats is recommended. Additional coats will not improve durability. Flat Out Flat contains more matting agents to decrease the sheen, and the finish can get cloudy when excessive topcoats are applied.
- Hand application:Apply a liberal amount using a synthetic bristle brush, foam brush, pad applicator or roller with smooth, even strokes & light lap lines. Avoid heavy pressure and back-brushing. Lap lines will tighten down as they dry.
- Spray application:Before spraying, strain topcoat through a fine-mesh filter. Spray wet films at 3-5-mil thickness. HVLP: 1.1mm-1.3mm spray tip, medium air cap. Verify tip sizes with your equipment supplier. Keep your gun at a 90° angle, 6-8″ from the surface. On large, flat areas, use wet, even patterns 6-8″ wide. For narrow surfaces, reduce the fan pattern to 2-3″ wide to reduce overspray. Overlap each pass 25% to conceal lines. Wear a full filter respirator (NIOSH/MSHA approved) and work in a ventilated space.
- If a faster build is desired over raw wood, use General Finishes Sanding Sealer for the first coat, followed by 2 coats of Flat Out Flat.
- Finish sand between coats with a fine-grade (220-320) foam sanding pad to improve smoothness and adhesion. Do not use conventional steel wool.
- Remove dust with a vacuum, oil-free tack cloth, or clean water-dampened rag before re-coating.
SKU: FQT