Crown Paints Kenya · Kenya
Crown Economy Undercoat is listed by Crown Paints Kenya (Kenya) under Primers, undercoats and sealers. Use: both.
What it is for
As an intermediate coat to improve inter-coat adhesion between a primer and a topcoat, when changing from an existing solvent based topcoat to a water based topcoat and vice-versa, as a general-purpose undercoat on previously painted or primed substrates to provide additional film build for extra protection and when changing from very dark shades to light shades.
Features listed by the manufacturer
- Economical. Can be overcoated by oil and water-based topcoats. Good opacity. Hides minor irregularities. Suitable for interior and exterior use.
Specifications
| PaintColorKE category | Primers, undercoats and sealers |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer’s category | Decorative/Undercoats 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. 10– 12 m²/l per coat. Maximum spread rate per coat is obtained at minimum dry film thickness and vice versa. For loosely bound or flaking surfaces, remove all flaking paint down to a firm base or the original building substrate. Apply 1 coat of an appropriate primer, followed by 1–2 coats of Crown Economy Undercoat Emulsion diluted up to 10% by volume with White Spirit. Finish with 1–2 coats of an appropriate oil- or water-based topcoat. For steel surfaces, remove oil or grease using White Spirit or a suitable degreaser. Remove rust using a rust remover, rinse until water break-free and allow to dry completely. Apply 1 coat of Zinc Phosphate or Chromate Primer with minimal dilution, followed by 1–2 coats of Crown Economy Undercoat Emulsion diluted up to 10% by volume with White Spirit. Finish with 1–2 coats of an appropriate oil-based topcoat. For aluminium and galvanised iron surfaces, clean with White Spirit or degreaser, rinse until water break-free and allow to dry completely. Apply 1 coat of Mordant Solution or 1-pack Etch Primer, followed by 1 coat of Zinc Phosphate Primer with minimal dilution. Apply 1–2 coats of Crown Economy Undercoat Emulsion diluted up to 10% by volume with White Spirit, and finish with 1–2 coats of an appropriate oil-based topcoat. For wood surfaces, sand along the grain using P240–P320 sandpaper and remove all dust. Apply 1 coat of Crown White Wood or Aluminium Wood Primer diluted up to 10% by volume with White Spirit. Follow with 1–2 coats of Crown Economy Undercoat Emulsion diluted up to 10% by volume with White Spirit and finish with 1–2 coats of an appropriate oil- or water-based topcoat. 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
- ½ Litre
- 1 litre
- 4 litres
- 20 litres
As listed on the product page. Not every pack is available in every colour or market.
Source
Official product page · checked October 25, 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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