RAL 7042 Traffic Grey A Paint

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This product is not suitable for the following
  • Tiles of any sort
  • Unprimed plastic
  • Bare aluminium (you will need a suitable etch primer)
  • Untreated galvanised steel (Mordant solution first)
  • A hot surface that reaches above 106 degrees (C) (you will need high temperature paints)
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RAL 7042 Traffic Grey Paint

Enhance your surfaces with RAL 7042 Traffic Grey Paint, a high-performance Universal PU Enamel designed for use in domestic, professional, and industrial environments. This versatile paint is ideal for DIY projects as well as large-scale industrial applications, offering exceptional performance when applied by brush, roller, or spray. It provides a smooth, durable finish that is suitable for both indoor and outdoor surfaces, ensuring long-lasting protection against the elements. RAL 7042 is also available in quick-drying enamel (QD) variants, perfect for industries requiring spray application in high-volume production. Both versions guarantee superior longevity and durability across all environments.


FAQs:

Q: Can RAL 7042 Traffic Grey Paint be applied with a brush?
A: Yes, the Universal PU Enamel in gloss, semi-gloss, or matt finishes can be applied by brush or roller for smaller areas. The quick-drying options are primarily designed for spray application but can be used for touch-ups with a brush.

Q: Can RAL 7042 be used as a one-coat direct-to-metal primer finish?
A: Yes, RAL 7042 Traffic Grey is available in a semi-gloss finish with built-in anti-corrosive protection, making it suitable as a direct-to-metal, one-coat solution without the need for a separate primer. This feature is available in both the Universal and Quick Drying products.

Q: Is this paint suitable for outdoor use?
A: Yes, RAL 7042 Traffic Grey is weatherproof and provides excellent UV resistance and rainwater repellence, making it ideal for outdoor surfaces.

Q: Can I use this paint on previously painted surfaces?
A: Yes, you can use RAL 7042 Traffic Grey on previously painted surfaces. However, avoid applying Quick Drying Enamel over white spirit-based paints, as this may cause adhesion issues. Always test a small area first.

Q: What finishes are available?
A: RAL 7042 Traffic Grey Paint is available in high gloss, semi-gloss, and matt finishes, with the semi-gloss option providing enhanced anti-corrosive protection for metal surfaces.

Q: What sizes are available?
A: RAL 7042 is available in 1L, 2.5L, and 5L cans. (Please note that product images and titles are for advertising purposes only, and cans may be supplied in plain white containers depending on size.)

Perfect for both industrial and DIY projects, RAL 7042 Traffic Grey Paint ensures a flawless finish and long-lasting protection, making it a versatile choice for a variety of applications. Whether used on metal, concrete, wood, or other surfaces, this enamel paint provides superior durability and resistance in any environment.

Key Features of Universal PU Enamel:

  • Versatile Application: Perfect for brush, roller, and spray applications, making it ideal for various projects.

  • High Gloss, Semi-Gloss, & Matt Finishes: RAL paint is available in high gloss, semi-gloss, and smooth matt finishes. The semi-gloss variant includes anti-corrosive pigments, offering excellent one-coat Direct-to-Metal (DTM) primer protection for mild steel substrates.

  • Quick Drying: With a fast drying time of 2-3 hours touch and overcoat within 12 to 24 hours.

  • Durable & Weatherproof: Provides waterproof protection with exceptional UV resistance and rainwater repellence, making it perfect for outdoor use in harsh conditions.
  • Industrial-Grade Protection: Engineered for heavy-duty environments, this paint ensures long-lasting protection while maintaining an attractive appearance.
  • Thinners: T0001 White Spirit
  • Multi-Purpose Use: Suitable for painting wood, metal, concrete, stone, and brick. It’s the perfect choice for vehicles, tractors, trailers, garden furniture, concrete floors, buildings, boats, fences, sheds, and more. This truly is a multi-purpose paint for a wide variety of applications.

 

Key Features of Quick Drying Enamel:

Key Features of Quick Drying Enamel:

  • Touch Dry: 30-45 minutes
  • Overcoat: 1-24 hours
  • Available Finishes: High Gloss and Semi-Gloss Primer Finish One Coat Direct to Metal (dtm)
  • Corrosion Protection: Semi-gloss contains anti-corrosive pigments, offering one-coat DTM protection for mild steel.
  • Durable & Weatherproof: Provides waterproof protection with exceptional UV resistance and rainwater repellence, making it perfect for outdoor use in harsh conditions.
  • Industrial-Grade Protection: Engineered for heavy-duty environments, this paint ensures long-lasting protection while maintaining an attractive appearance.
  • What Its Used For: Generally used as more of an industrial paint due to it generally requiring to be spray applied, typical applications include skips, containers, gates, railings, industrial

  • Thinners & Cleaning:Thinners T0200  Universal Thinnners

Primers

Primers


Primers Compatible for Universal PU

Mild Steel – If you are painting mild steel you will need our Metal Primer to view this please Click here

Wood Undercoat – If you are painting wood and want an undercoat please Click here

Fibreglass – If the fibreglass is bare you will need a fiberglass primer. For Two Pack Epoxy Fiberglass Primer Click here. For Single Pack Fiberglass Primer Click here

Galvanised Steel – Once you have treated the galvanised steel with Mordant Solution (T-Wash) you will need our Metal Primer. Click here

Etch Primer – For One Pack Etch Primer. Click here

Aluminium – The primer suitable for aluminium is Two Pack Etch Primer. Click here

Wood, Concrete, Stone or Brick - No primer required 1st coat will prime and seal. You
will find that these kind of substrates will be porous, we recommend
that on your first coat thin by 20% to ensure it impregnates the
substrate. Then after 12-24 hours apply the second coat un thinned.


Primers Compatible for QD Enamels 

Mild Steel – If you are painting mild steel you will need our Metal Primer to view this please Click here

Fibreglass – If the fibreglass is bare you will need a fiberglass primer. For Two Pack Epoxy Fiberglass Primer Click here. For Single Pack Fiberglass Primer Click here

Galvanised Steel – Once you have treated the galvanised steel with Mordant Solution (T-Wash) you will need our Metal Primer. Click here

Etch Primer – For One Pack Etch Primer. Click here

Aluminium – The primer suitable for aluminium is Two Pack Etch Primer. Click here

Mixing

Mixing

Always stir any paint well before use, as our coatings are heavily pigmented and separation can easily occur. You may experience colour float; for example, a green paint can appear blue before mixing. This is one of the reasons why mixing your paint before use is essential.

  • Use a mixer on a slow-running drill or a palette knife on smaller cans to mix the paint. An egg whisk, screwdriver, or small stick that doesn’t reach the bottom of the can is insufficient for proper mixing.
  • Mixing should take place for 3-5 minutes.
  • If you are adding thinners; they will need to be added once stirred.
Spraying

Spraying

If applying with a pot gun:

Use a 1:2 to 1:4 tip setup and thin by 10% if required. More thinners may be added to achieve good atomisation and improve the flow of the paint, resulting in a better finish.

Air-assisted or Airless system:

Use an 11-13 thou tip (no thinners are usually required). If thinning is necessary, use around 10%. Set air and paint pressures until good atomisation is achieved and fingering (lines in the spray) have blended in.

Additional Information

Prime Colors

Universal PU Gloss, Universal PU Semi Gloss 1 Coat DTM, Universal PU Matt, QD Gloss, QD Semi Gloss 1 Coat DTM

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Size

5L, 2.5L, 1L