Only one single-spray application is necessary to achieve a smooth surface.

Sheetrock® Brand Tuff-Hide™ Primer-Surfacer is a high solids vinyl acrylic latex based coating designed for the professional contractor for interior spray application over new drywall. In a single spray application it provides the same results achieved using a typical two-step process of skim coating surfaces with joint compound followed by a coat of primer.

Sheetrock® Brand Tuff-Hide™ Primer-Surfacer is a high solids material which is spray-applied much thicker (15-20 mils wet is recommended) than a typical primer or paint to provide a smooth surface.

No. It is recommended that a plaster bonder be applied first, then Sheetrock® Brand Tuff-Hide™.

No. Sheetrock® Brand Tuff-Hide™ Primer is formulated for interior application over new drywall.

No.

Due to its high abrasion resistance Tuff-Hide is not very sandable. Areas in need of touch-up, such as nicks, voids, protrusions, paper tears, etc. must first be filled and leveled with joint compound, then sanded smooth. Using a feathering spray technique Tuff-Hide should be blended into the surrounding coated surface.

For larger repaired areas, it may be necessary to re-spray the entire wall or ceiling surface. When re-spraying is not feasible, Sheetrock® Brand First Coat can be used over repaired areas using a high quality roller with a 1/8" to 1/4" nap and blended into the surrounding surface using a feathering technique.

Finish painting problems over new drywall are often caused by differences between the porosities and surface textures of gypsum panel face paper, and the finished joint compound. Decorating problems are magnified by the use of gloss paints. Then, when viewed in natural lighting, the joints and fasteners in decorated walls and ceilings may be visible.

Only professional spray equipment with a minimum output of 1 gallon per minute, pump pressure rated at 2700-3000 psi, that accommodates a 0.031 spray tip at 2000 psi is recommended. The Graco Mark V is one example of approved airless pumping equipment.

Spray equipment that does not meet these minimum requirements may apply the product in a non-uniform manner and provide an unacceptable appearance. Professional spray equipment that meets these minimum specifications typically cost $4000 and higher, but will experience less wear, have a longer working life and provide excellent results.

Yes. A single application of Sheetrock® Brand Tuff-Hide™ at 15-20 mils wet film thickness can be used in lieu of the skim coat and prime coat steps in a Level 5 finish. It is critical however that a Level 4 finish is completed prior to the application of the Sheetrock® Brand Tuff-Hide™. While the Sheetrock® Brand Tuff-Hide™ product will fill and hide many minor surface imperfections, it is not intended to achieve a Level 5 finish from a surface prepared to a Level 3 or below. It is also critical that the product be applied to a minimum 15 mils WFT in order to achieve the desired results. A Wet Film Thickness gauge should be used throughout the application process to ensure proper thickness.

Tuff-Hide can be tinted to provide better hide of the finish paint. A tint plug is included on the lid of the 5-gallon pail.

Due to the high solids and heavy viscosity of the product, airless spray application is the only method recommended. Back-rolling with a nap roller is not recommended.

No. Diluting Tuff-Hide is not recommended and will reduce performance of the product.

Sheetrock® Brand Tuff-Hide™ Primer-Surfacer provides installed cost savings versus traditional separate applications of a skim coat and prime coat. The product is ideal in critical light areas, or where a Level 5 or similar high quality finish is specified or desired. It is a high build durable coating that hides minor surface defects, minimizes callbacks caused by joint banding and photographing and provides a soother more beautiful paint finish than by simply using a drywall primer. In a ceiling application where a flat white finish is desired, Sheetrock® Brand Tuff-Hide™ Primer-Surfacer can be left unpainted providing an ideal final finish.

Yes. In addition to the 5-gallon pail, Sheetrock® Brand Tuff-Hide™ Primer-Surfacer is available in 50-gallon drums.