Wood paint | breathable & matt | for all types of wood

The great thing about working with a breathable wood paint like Moose F is that painting itself is incredibly easy. You don’t have to use any protection, since our products are completely safe. Brush marks disappear with the second layer, so you don’t have to work too precisely.

It is always wise to pay close attention to the pre-treatment of the wood. Some people get to work enthusiastically with the paint and the result will initially be beautiful. That really doesn’t mean that the paint was able to adhere well. We are happy to give you tips for good adhesion.

1. For fresh and impregnated wood

   If wood is very fresh or impregnated, juices and resin will come out of the wood. This reduces the adhesion, which is why it is better to let fresh wood dry thoroughly first (this can take several weeks, sometimes a month). This is especially the case with impregnated wood.
   
   If you would like to start painting immediately, we recommend that you first degrease the wood thoroughly, e.g. with linseed oil soap. Then paint only 1 layer and wait a few months with the second layer. This allows the impregnating salts to sweat out and acclimatize the wood to the outside temperature. After the second layer you are good for several years without maintenance.

2. A rough surface

   A good penetration of the paint ensures good long-term adhesion. For Moose F to prenetrate into the wood properly, it must be somewhat rough. This is already the case with roughly sawn or weathered planks, with smooth planed planks it is highly recommended to sand them with a coarse grit (80) before painting.
   
   Primer or primer is not necessary.

3. When repainting wood with an old paint, stain or oil coat

   If your wood has been processed before, it is a good idea to inspect this layer and to process it if necessary. Our rule of thumb is: it must not be able to peel and it must not shine.
   
   Painted wood: if the old paint coat is peeling, it is best to remove it. When the old layer is in good condition, you can sand down the lacquer layer to the base layer. Use a coarse grit so that the entire glossy film layer is removed and you also achieve a rough background.
   
   Oiled wood: ensures that it is very well degreased. You can use soapy water with linseed oil soap for this.
   
   Stained wood: usually a stain layer has already penetrated well into the wood, sometimes the beet layer does show ‘flakes’. The easiest way is to spray the wood clean with a high-pressure sprayer. Pay attention to the spray position; you don’t want to break the wood. You kill three birds with one stone: the stain flakes are removed, you clean the wood and the wood is roughened. An alternative to this is coarse sanding.

4. Let’s get started!

   The painting itself is lot’s of fun, really! You don’t have to be a professional painter to work with our Moose F.
   
   Keep a mind that the temperature should be minimally 12 -15 °C. Dilute extra at temperatures above 25 °C. Stir the jar of paint briefly and dilute the paint for the first layer with 5-10% water.
   
   It’s easiest and quickest to paint with a (block)brush, since its hairs can effortlessly reach the cracks and grains of the wood. It is also possible to use a paint sprayer – in which case extra dilution with water is recommended.

5. Temperature and drying time

   Let the first layer dry thoroughly. The drying time depends on the temperature and humidity. At a temperature of 20 °C, this is often approximately 6 hours.
   
   After the second coat, the paint should not be exposed to heavy rain for 2 – 3 days. When not fully dry, the paint can absorb moisture again and become soft and, in the worst case scenario, rain off.

6. Consumption of Moose F

   Two coats of paint is usually sufficient for a good opaque result. Sometimes you need three coats if the wood is very absorbent and with light colours. Do not apply more paint than necessary! This makes the paint more vulnerable.
   
   Per liter of paint you can paint approximately 5 m² opaque – so two layers. This includes a margin of about 30%. New paint or very dry wood suck harder, then the damage is higher. Consumption is somewhat lower with already painted wood.