The Perfect Foundation for a Safe, Eco-Friendly Wood Finish: Asian Paints Aquadur PU Base Coat
A flawless water-based finish starts here. Asian Paints Aquadur PU Base Coat is a premium, one-component water based wood primer designed specifically to prepare your interior wooden surfaces for the Aquadur Topcoat.
Unlike solvent-based sealers that smell harsh and take forever to dry, the advanced Asian Paints Aquadur PU Base Coat is low-odor, fast-drying, and environmentally responsible. It penetrates deep into the wood fibers, sealing the surface and filling the grain to create a perfectly smooth, non-porous canvas for your final finish.
The Asian Paints Aquadur PU Base Coat is a critical part of the “Aquadur” system. It is certified Child Safe (EN 71.3 compliant), making it the only responsible choice for painting items in your home, especially nurseries, kids’ furniture, and wooden toys. It provides the durability of a PU foundation without the toxic fumes.
Why Use Asian Paints Aquadur PU Base Coat?
If you are using a water-based topcoat (Aquadur PU), you *must* use a water-based base coat. Mixing oil and water products can lead to peeling. The Asian Paints Aquadur PU Base Coat offers specific advantages:
- Superior Grain Filling: It acts as a high-performance wood sealer. It fills the open pores of the wood, preventing the topcoat from sinking in. This ensures your final finish looks rich and “full,” rather than dry and hungry.
- Crystal Clear Clarity: Unlike some oil-based sealers that amber (turn yellow) over time, Asian Paints Aquadur PU Base Coat stays crystal clear. This preserves the natural, light tone of woods like Pine, Rubberwood, and Oak.
- Fast & Easy Sanding: It dries quickly to a hard film that powders easily when sanded. This sanding step is the secret to achieving a professional “glass-like” feel on your furniture.
Key Features of Asian Paints Aquadur PU Base Coat
- Eco-Friendly & Low VOC: Meets strict international standards for low volatile organic compounds. No strong chemical smell in your home.
- Certified Child Safe: Tested and approved as safe for use on children’s furniture and toys (European Standard EN 71.3).
- Excellent Adhesion: Forms a powerful bond with the raw wood and the subsequent Aquadur topcoat.
- Fast Drying: Allows you to apply multiple coats and finish a project in a single day.
- Good Filling Capability: Effectively levels out the texture of the wood grain.
- Easy Application: Can be applied by brush, roller, or spray gun without specialized equipment.
Recommended Application Areas
The Asian Paints Aquadur PU Base Coat is essential for any interior wood project using the Aquadur system:
- Kids’ Furniture & Toys: Cribs, changing tables, wooden blocks, and play sets.
- Bedroom Furniture: Wardrobes, beds, and side tables where low odor is important.
- Kitchen Cabinets: Provides a sealed base that resists moisture from inside the wood.
- Doors & Windows: Internal joinery that needs a durable, non-yellowing finish.
Technical Specifications: Asian Paints Aquadur PU Base Coat
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Asian Paints |
| Product | WoodTech Aquadur PU Base Coat |
| Base | Water-Based Polyurethane Dispersion |
| Appearance | Milky White Liquid (Dries Clear) |
| Thinner | Clean Water (10-15% dilution) |
| Application Method | Brush, Roller, or Spray |
| Touch Dry | 25-30 Minutes |
| Sandable/Recoat | 4-5 Hours |
| Coverage (Spray) | 9-11 sq. mtr/litre/coat |
| Coverage (Brush) | 10-12 sq. mtr/litre/coat |
| Shelf Life | 24 Months |
How to Apply Asian Paints Aquadur PU Base Coat
For a showroom finish using Asian Paints Aquadur PU Base Coat, proper base preparation is non-negotiable. Follow these steps:
- Surface Preparation: Sand the raw wood with 180-grit sandpaper along the grain. Remove all dust. The wood must be bare and dry.
- Staining (Optional): If you want color, apply Asian Paints WoodTech Wood Stain first and let it dry.
- Mixing: Stir the Asian Paints Aquadur PU Base Coat well. Dilute with 10-15% potable water. Filter the mix through a nylon cloth if spraying.
- Application (1st Coat): Apply a liberal coat using a brush, roller, or spray. Ensure the wood is fully wetted out.
- Drying & Sanding: Allow to dry for 4-5 hours. Sand the surface with 320 or 400-grit sandpaper. This is critical! You must sand it until it feels smooth and looks dull (matt). Wipe away all white dust.
- Application (2nd Coat – Recommended): For open-grained wood (like Teak or Oak), a second coat of Asian Paints Aquadur PU Base Coat is highly recommended to completely fill the grain. Apply, dry, and sand again.
- Topcoat: Your surface is now perfectly sealed, smooth, and ready for Asian Paints Aquadur PU Interior or Exterior topcoat.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Is Asian Paints Aquadur PU Base Coat safer than normal PU?
A: Yes. The Asian Paints Aquadur PU Base Coat has very low VOCs (smell) and is heavy-metal free, making it certified safe for children’s toys and furniture.
Q: Can I use tap water to thin Asian Paints Aquadur PU Base Coat?
A: Yes, clean potable water is the correct thinner for Asian Paints Aquadur PU Base Coat. Do not use chemical thinners like NC or PU thinner.
Q: Does it look milky when applied?
A: It appears milky white in the can and when wet, but Asian Paints Aquadur PU Base Coat dries completely clear.
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