Sand surface with 180 emery paper to remove dirt, oil, grease, and Loose flaking particles of old paint etc. Wipe it clean.

Apply a coat of primer depending upon the surface as per recommended dilution mentioned on pack. For ferrous metal surface – Shalimar Red Oxide Metal Primer, Wood surface – Shalimar Pink Primer for Wood/Universal white primer, Masonry surfaces – Shalimar Universal White Primer.

Ensure drying time of at least 10-12 hours for primer coat. Sand the surface lightly with emery paper 320 and wipe it clean. Apply an additional coat of appropriate primer (if required).

Stir well before dilution. Dilute Shalimar Mela Advanced Enamel with 7-10% of MTO/ GP thinner for brush application and up to 15% in case of spray application.

Over dilution will affect the finish and performance of the product.

Stir the thoroughly and strain through a muslin cloth, then apply 2-3 coats of Shalimar Mela Advanced Enamel over the primer coat to achieve desired opacity. Intervals between each coat should be minimum 18-20 hrs.

If required do light sanding with emery paper 400 between the coats for proper finishing. Drying time may vary according to the temperature and humidity of external environment and hence be cautious of the same and check thoroughly before recoating.

All kind of well-prepared wooden, metal and masonary surfaces.