Crown Paints Kenya · Kenya
Crown One Pack Etch Primer is listed by Crown Paints Kenya (Kenya) under Primers, undercoats and sealers.
What it is for
As a “holding” primer to provide protection against corrosion during the fabrication period. A coat of conventional rust inhibiting metal primer should be applied over the Etch Primer, within a one-month period, where severe corrosive conditions, particularly in coastal regions are present or evident. Substrates: Galvanised steel, stainless steel, hard polished alloys, aluminium, plastic and fibreglass.
Features listed by the manufacturer
- Maximum adhesion on galvanized surfaces, ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Provides limited protection during fabrication. Quick drying. High spreading capacity. Ideal where chemical preparation is impractical.
Specifications
| PaintColorKE category | Primers, undercoats and sealers |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer’s category | Decorative/Primers In the manufacturer’s own words |
| Finish | Not published |
| Basis | Not published |
| Coverage | Depends on film thickness applied, type of texture, surface porosity, imperfections, temperature & wastage during painting 18-20 m2/l when applied by brush or spray on smooth surfaces. 10-12 m2/l when applied to blast cleaned surfaces at 12µm DFT. Maximum spread rate per coat is obtained at minimum dry film thickness and vice versa. As published, including its basis (per coat or for a system) |
| Coats | Not published |
| Touch dry | Not published |
| Hard dry | Not published |
| Recoat | Not published |
| Cure | Not published |
| Application | Brush, roller or spray |
| Thinning | Not published |
| Colours | Not published |
| Tintable | Not published |
Values are the manufacturer’s wording, with their units and conditions (temperature, number of coats). Touch dry, hard dry, recoat and cure are different stages. Check the current product data sheet before painting.
Pack sizes
- 1 Litre
- 4 Litres
As listed on the product page. Not every pack is available in every colour or market.
Source
Official product page · checked October 24, 2026
Product information is the manufacturer’s, read from the official page on that date. PaintColorKE does not sell paint and does not rank products.
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