{"product_id":"snowdrop","title":"Snowdrop","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSnowdrop is a true neutral white, inspired by the simplicity of its namesake. Pure, crisp and balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":8193,\"3\":{\"1\":0,\"3\":1},\"16\":11}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"base\"}'\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase :\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewaterbased\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":8193,\"3\":{\"1\":0,\"3\":1},\"16\":11}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"coverage\"}'\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage :\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eapprox 75 sqft per 500 mL\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":8193,\"3\":{\"1\":0,\"3\":1},\"16\":11}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"finish\/sheen\"}'\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\/sheen :\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ematte\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":8193,\"3\":{\"1\":0,\"3\":1},\"16\":11}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"benefits\"}'\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClean up :\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewater\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":8193,\"3\":{\"1\":0,\"3\":1},\"16\":11}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"dry time\"}'\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry time :\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e30 min approx\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":8193,\"3\":{\"1\":0,\"3\":1},\"16\":11}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"recoat time\"}'\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecoat time :\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1-2 hours approx\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCure time : \u003c\/strong\u003e21 days approx\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrep:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClean your piece with Fusion’s TSP Alternative to remove grease and dust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eRemove Wax (if needed):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse Odourless Solvent to remove any wax coating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight Scuff Sanding (if needed):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSand high gloss finishes to dull the sheen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaint:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose any Fusion colour and paint beautiful.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote: Priming is usually not necessary with Fusion Mineral Paint. For bleed-through or knots, use Zinsser BIN Shellac-based primer. For dark-to-white transitions, use a mid-tone colour like Sterling as a primer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor detailed steps and additional tips, check out the full guide and video:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionmineralpaint.com\/the-ultimate-guide-how-to-prep-furniture\/\"\u003eUltimate Guide to Prep Furniture\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=15wfmD3dhnY\"\u003ePrep Video\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNon-toxic * Minimal prep work * Easy application * Exceptional coverage * Gorgeous matte finish * No sealer required * Built-in topcoat for amazing durability * UV, water, and stain resistant * Lead-, ammonia-, formaldehyde-, and phthalate-free * 7 year shelf life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"summary__title\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"h4 accordion__title\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat makes Fusion Mineral Paint so different?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFusion is a 100% acrylic paint with no fillers! Our pigments are all derived from natural minerals, and our paint is 100% non-toxic with no lead, and no phthalates. Plus - it’s got a built-in top coat that is UV, water, and stain resistant - meaning you don’t have to wax or seal it!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo learn more about the Fusion Mineral Paint Difference, check out this page: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionmineralpaint.com\/the-fusion-difference\"\u003eTHE FUSION DIFFERENCE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo I need to sand my furniture?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s never a bad idea after cleaning with TSP Alternative to give a light scuff sanding. It is necessary on high gloss finishes or when you are trying to paint stubborn coatings such as Teflon or fire retardants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a glossy piece of furniture, lightly scuff sand with medium \/ fine grit to de-gloss surfaces would be wise. Your aim is to dull the sheen, not remove the finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is important you only sand a clean surface. If you think this could be an old lead paint, do not sand, as lead particles are toxic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e____________________________________\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrep order:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClean with TSP Alternative\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemove wax if present on the surface with our Odourless solvent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScuff sand to dull the sheen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaint it Beautiful\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen do I need a Primer?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTimes when primer is recommended:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are only 2 reasons you would need to prime:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor adhesion, or to block stains and wood tannins from coming through the paint film.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. To block stains and wood tannins\/bleed through, apply Zinnser Shellac BIN primer. This is also recommended for knotty pine. Here’s a video on this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/aAvRz6gl6XE\"\u003ehttps:\/\/youtu.be\/aAvRz6gl6XE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. For extra adhesion on shiny, slick surfaces like Thermofoil, Melamine, some laminates and very high gloss detailed carvings that can’t be scuff sanded to de-gloss : Ultra Grip allows you to paint the impossible, it acts like an ultra adhesive primer for those exceptional very difficult surfaces. Here’s a video on this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/6LBw9IWjCYE\"\u003ehttps:\/\/youtu.be\/6LBw9IWjCYE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeople often use a 'primer' undercoat to go from a dark colour to a light colour. This is not required, instead, try using a transition colour like Sterling grey or our Transition product to help cut down the number of required coats overall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere is some more information on Transition \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/nPVFc7TpETs\"\u003ehttps:\/\/youtu.be\/nPVFc7TpETs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur mid-tone colour transition product will help make the switch to pure whites easier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatch this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/G30eIVq3yfc\"\u003ehttps:\/\/youtu.be\/G30eIVq3yfc\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to choose the right brush?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural bristle brushes such as the Staalmeester natural series and the Staalmeester original series provide a more textured finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFine quality synthetic bristles provide a smoother finish such as the pro-hybrid series and the One Series Staalmeester.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou should pick a brush based on your project.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge Projects. Walls, ceilings, floors, large tables, or doors, the Staalmeester® wall brush, large flat brush, One series ‘spalter’ or microfiber paint rollers are the perfect choices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall\/Medium projects Window frames, dressers, cabinets or railings, the Staalmeester oval brush, round brush and One series decoration ‘spalter’ brush are the perfect choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed projects: Detailed furniture edges and shaped profiles such as railings, window frames, spindles, and ledges, the Staalmeester® pointed sash brush and bended brush are a must-have.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to avoid brushstrokes?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you’re struggling with brush strokes, the biggest culprit is too much paint on your brush, using the wrong type of brush, or the temperature\/humidity isn’t working in your favour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your brush has too much paint on it, it will leave brush strokes. Remove excess paint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLess is more. Even a small amount of paint will offer excellent coverage. Apply 2 thin coats for best results. If you’re still struggling with brush strokes add our Extender to increase your working time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou can also try rolling the paint instead.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the climate is dry, your paint will start to create texture almost immediately upon application. Be sure to add the Extender to avoid this.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ultimate key is less is more, and using a high-quality synthetic brush. 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