Foster® Interior Defense™ Mold Resistant Coating (40-50)

• A tough, water-resistant coating for use in areas prone to mold growth.
• Specially formulated with select EPA-registered, antimicrobial agents to provide long-term protection against odor-causing bacteria, mold and mildew growth on its surface.
• Ideal for use in attic spaces, wall cavities, crawl spaces, floor joists or wherever mold remediation has occurred.
• Can be used over a variety of surfaces such as wood studs, OSB, plywood, painted surfaces, wall board, masonry and metal.
• Applied at a coverage rate of 300 sq. ft./gallon for fast drying and low odor application.
• Low viscosity and good body allows for easy application with most airless spray equipment, brush or roller.
• Water-based formulation for non-hazardous application and use when applied according to instructions.
• Can be used for industrial, commercial, residential, hospital and school applications.
• Foster® INTERIOR DEFENSE™Mold Resistant Coating 40-50 meets the requirements of:
• MAS Certified Green®
• California Dept. of Public Health Standard Method v1.2
• VOC Emissions and Content requirements to contribute to LEED v4 EQ Credit: Low Emitting Materials – Paints and Coatings
• Collaborative for High Performance Schools EQ 7.1

• Surface must be clean, dry and free of wax, grease, oil, dirt and other surface contaminants before the product is applied.
• Water-based products may corrode carbon steel spray equipment.
• Corrosion resistant pumps and fittings are suggested.
• This product does not protect users or others against bacteria, viruses, germs or other disease organisms.
• It does not take the place of normal cleaning & disinfecting procedures.
• Stir well before use.
• Do not dilute.
• For professional use only.

Material and surface preparation

• Stir well.
• Do not thin.
• Apply only to clean, dry surfaces.
• Ensure that all surfaces are free of all wax, grease, oil, dirt, rust, mold and other surface contaminants.
• Following complete cleaning procedures, sanitize the entire surface with foster® 40-80 first defense™disinfectant, following manufacturer’s directions.
• Patch any large voids or defects.
• On painted surfaces, remove all flaking, loose or chalking material.
• Sand all glossy painted surfaces using 220-grit sandpaper to roughen the entire area.
• All rusted, metal surfaces must be primed before application.
• Although foster® interior defense™(40-50) may be applied directly onto cleaned, unrusted, galvanized surfaces, it is recommended that these surfaces be primed.

Application

• Apply interior defense™to all surfaces at a rate of 250 – 400 sq. Ft./gal. (6.1 – 9.8 m2 /l) to create a uniform film on the surface.
• Spraying or brushing will give the smoothest finish.
• For optimum performance, maintain uniform recommended coverage.
• Porous or uneven surfaces will require more material.
• Spray equipment: interior defense™can be applied with virtually any type of airless spray equipment on the market today.
• Reversible cleaning 0.015” – 0.017” spray tips are recommended for optimum application.
• The average viscosity range is 2,500 – 8,000 cps.

Important

• When applying interior defensetm, proper personal protective equipment must be used.
• Necessary equipment and clothing are the same as would be used when applying other water-based paints or coatings.
• Ensure that the application area is well-ventilated during application to avoid buildup of vapors.
• Appropriate respiratory protection must be used when applying by airless spray.
• Use of a respirator with organic vapor cartridges is suggested if adequate ventilation cannot be achieved.
• After application of interior defensetm, continue to ventilate the area with fresh, dry air to ensure proper drying of the coating and to exhaust odors.
• Ventilation should be continued until the odor is reduced to an acceptable level for building occupants.

• Use fresh water to clean equipment before product dries.
• Dry product may be removed with undiluted pine oil or citrus-based cleaners or with nonflammable chlorinated solvents.

¹ - Subject to type of surface and nature of material being coated.

² - Tested at a coverage rate of 300 sq. ft./gal. Applied to inorganic reinforced cement board. The flame spread may vary at different product thicknesses and/or when applied over other surfaces.

• Do not store or apply below 4°C or above 38°C.
• Protect from freezing until dry.