Rar Paints

General product information

Ritver Synthetic Primer is based on Alkyd resin containing anticorrosive pigments. It is used as a primer coat for many applications and is quite forms a firm base with good adhesion for Ritver Topcoat enamels.



Substrates: Metals and Steel.
Area of Use: Interiors and Exteriors.



Finish:: matt/smooth.
Colour:: White/Grey/Red oxide
Specific gravity:: 1.55/-.005
Mixed Solids (% by volume):: 55  2
Diluent :: White spirit.
Flash point:: 38c
Spread Rate:
While the spread rate is directly dependant on the surface profile and also the type of undulations it has, as a thumb rule Ritver Synthetic undercoat would cover 7 8 meters per lit.

Drying Time (30 C) : Set to touch: 2 3 hours.
: Ready for Recoat: app 16 hours.
Recommended DFT: : 1 mist coat followed by a good full coat. App 40 - 50 mic.




A good surface preparation and following the method statement / recommended system procedure of Ritver is an ideal recommendation for the application of Ritver Synthetic Primer.

For Plaster, Masonry & Concrete :
Achieve a good and clean surface by removing all contaminants by cleaning & drying. A laitance free surface should be achieved by good sweep blast or a wire brush. Apply one coat of Ritver Synthetic Primer and proceed after drying

Apply one good coat or two nominal coats with a spray or a suitable roller and obtain the desired coverage.

Exclusions for successful application include perpetually wet surfaces and also large cavities on wood, metal or concrete surfaces.








Adequate ventilation is an ideal situation as it helps in drying and the good application itself. Avoid high humid conditions i.e., 95% when condensation is likely to interfere and also when the surface temperature is at least 3c above dew point.

Application: To be done by conventional roller or spray at 2000 2500 psi for airless spray or 50 60 psi for conventional spray). Nozzle size: 0.015 - 0.018 inches.

One can add 5 - 10% of Ritver General Purpose Thinner for ease of application of brush/roller/or spray viscosity.

Caution: Over diluting would result in sag and run downs.