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Abstract

Provides a guide to the features and typical characteristics that are expected of a latex wood primer, when applied by brush in accordance with the manufacturer‘s directions.
RECONFIRMATION NOTICE
Technical Committee CH-003 has reviewed the content of this publication and in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation, it has been determined that the publication is still valid and does not require change.
Certain documents referenced in the publication may have been amended since the original date of publication. Users are advised to ensure that they are using the latest versions of such documents as appropriate, unless advised otherwise in this Reconfirmation Notice.
Approved for reconfirmation in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation on 27 April 2016.
The following are represented on Technical Committee CH-003:
Australasian Corrosion Association
Australian Institute of Building
Australian Paint Manufacturers’ Federation
Australian Wall and Ceiling Association
CSIRO
Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand
Master Painters Australia
Master Painters New Zealand Association
National Association of Testing Authorities Australia
National Painting and Decorating Institute
Safe Work Australia
Surface Coatings Association Australia

Scope

This guide describes the features and typical characteristics that are expected of a latex wood primer when applied by brush in accordance with the manufacturer’s directions.
Paints covered by this guide are classed as paint Type B10A of AS/NZS 2311. They are used to seal surface porosity and tannins from timber, and to provide adhesion to timber for subsequent coatings.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	Standards Australia
ProductNote	Reconfirmed 17/06/2016. This standard has been reconfirmed in Australia in 2016 and remains current in New Zealand. Reconfirmation Notice 17/06/2016
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Committee	CH-003
Supersedes	DR 03609 CP AS 3730.17-1993