Bamboo Topcoat Caramel

Bamboo Topcoat Caramel, a high-quality water-based varnish, has been specially developed to protect our light caramel-colored bamboo panels and give them a beautiful, deep caramel color. Bamboo furniture, walls, interior doors, kitchen countertops, stair treads, paneling or flooring - Bamboo Topcoat Caramel provides optimal protection and enhances the natural look.

With its fast-drying, low-odor formula, Bamboo Topcoat Caramel is easy to apply and provides a clean, smooth finish. The varnish imparts a natural caramel color and preserves the original appearance of the bamboo sheet material and products. In addition, the light satin sheen provides a luxurious finish. 

Bamboo Topcoat Caramel's excellent resistance to moisture and dirt ensures a long-lasting result. It also provides optimal protection against wear, stains and discoloration. In addition, this varnish contains no harmful or flammable solvents, so it is completely safe for both the processor and the end user.

Weight: 1.1 kg
Base: Waterborne
Color: Caramel
Coverage: Transparent
Gloss level: Silky Gloss
Product Type: Lacquer
UV-resistant: Yes
Contents: 1 liter
Minimum application temperature: 10°C
Yield per liter: From c.a.8m²
Application: Indoor
Packaging: Bottle
Processing method: Apply with a brush and/or vitrol
Drying time:

Dust-dry after ± 15 min.

Adhesive-free after ± 30 min.

Paintable after ± 16 hours.

1. make sure that the bamboo surface is sanded, clean, dry and free of grease. To avoid the appearance of hardened bamboo fibers, rub the bamboo surface with a damp cloth before applying the first coat. This also usually avoids the need for intermediate sanding before applying a second coat. Intermediate sanding with P120 sandpaper is not necessary for adhesion, but can produce a smoother result.

2. Do not thin the Bamboo Topcoat Caramel, as this may disturb the exact balance of the ingredients. Do not use a foam roller (this can cause air bubbles), but choose a high quality mohair roller, felt roller or long haired brush to apply the varnish. Use only tools with stainless steel or plastic parts. Clean the tools thoroughly with water before the product dries on the tools.

3. Spread Bamboo Topcoat Caramel evenly in strips or sections on the bamboo surface, avoiding differences in layer thickness. It is important to apply Bamboo Topcoat Caramel in a rich coat (about 8 m² per liter for the first coat, 10-12 m² per liter for the second coat). A saturated application provides better wetting, optimal flow and prevents rapid drying, allowing more time to roll out the paint evenly and create wet-on-wet bonds. Three coats are required for a fully protective paint system.

DRYING TIME
Drying times are valid at a temperature of 20°C, a humidity of 65%, the indicated consumption and adequate ventilation. Lower temperatures and/or higher humidity may significantly slow down the drying time. Always wait until the previous coat is sufficiently dry before applying the next coat to avoid defects. Do not cover a fresh coat with foil, stucco, carpets or other coverings for the first two weeks and only dry clean the surface during this time.

Bamboo Topcoat Caramel is dust-dry after approx. 15 minutes, tack-free after approx. 30 minutes, thumb-proof after approx. 1 hour and recoatable after approx. 16 hours.

Do not apply Bamboo Topcoat Caramel at temperatures below 10°C, above 30°C and/or at a relative humidity of more than 85%. Ensure that the substrate temperature is at least 3°C above the dew point. If possible, shield from direct sunlight. Ensure sufficient ventilation to remove water vapor during the drying process.