Thermoguard Wallcoat Intumescent 30/60 Minute Basecoat
£142.74 (inc. VAT)
£118.95 (ex. VAT)
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Thermoguard Wallcoat is a coloured intumescent system for interior plasterboard and cement board walls and ceilings, designed to provide 30 or 60 minutes fire resistance. Available in over 4,000 colours (RAL, BS, NCS), it combines a basecoat with a Smoke & Flame Retardant Topcoat to achieve Class B s1 d0 and Class 0 ratings.
Each pack contains the exact quantities required for full protection, saving time and reducing waste. Ideal for residential, commercial and public buildings requiring fire-rated finishes.
✅ Fire certification issued free on completion
✅ Upgrades plasterboard or cement board to fire-rated systems
Surface Preparation:
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Ensure surfaces are clean, dry and free from grease or contaminants
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Abrade hard or smooth surfaces with 120 grit wet or dry abrasive
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Seal water-stain risks with a stain-blocking primer compatible with water-based paints
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Fill and repair surface defects using a suitable filler
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For previously painted surfaces, test adhesion or consult Thermoguard
Tech Data
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Fire Rating | 30 or 60 minutes (UKAS indicative test) |
| Colours Available | 4,000+ (RAL, BS, NCS) |
| Pack Sizes | 5kg and 20kg basecoat + 25m² topcoat |
| Finish | Matt or Eggshell (topcoat) |
| VOC Content | 16 g/l (Low VOC, Water-based) |
| Application Temp | 8°C to 30°C |
| Max Humidity | 75% RH |
| Surface Temp | 3°C above dew point |
| Certification | Free certificate after project completion |
| Coverage | 4.2 m²/kg per coat (3 coats basecoat |
Directions for Use
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Apply 3 coats of Wallcoat Basecoat at 4.2m² per kg per coat
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Follow with 1 coat of Wallcoat Smoke & Flame Retardant Topcoat
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For dark or strong colours, 2 topcoat coats may be needed (basecoat tinted accordingly)
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Apply using brush, roller or spray
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Touch dry: 1 hour | Recoat: 4 hours
Spray Application:
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Thin 5–10% with water for pressure pot units
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Use Graco 1500/3500 or equivalent
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Tip size: 521, 523, 621 or 623
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No gun filter – 30 mesh filter at machine
Data Sheets
Thermoguard Wallcoat Intumescent 30/60 Minute Basecoat - TDS
Thermoguard Wallcoat Intumescent 30/60 Minute Basecoat - MSDS
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