Rosco Flamex PA Flame Retardant Paint Additive, 8oz Jar (236 ml)

If you're seeking a reliable solution to enhance the fire safety of your painted surfaces, Roscoflamex PA Flame Retardant Paint Additive is an essential product for your safety arsenal. This 8oz (236 ml) jar of clear, un-pigmented additive is expertly formulated to integrate seamlessly with a U.S. gallon (3.79L) of water-based paint, transforming it into a flame-retardant coating without compromising the original color or finish of your paint.

Roscoflamex PA is meticulously designed to be compatible with most latex or vinyl acrylic paints, ensuring a wide range of applications. However, it's important to conduct a compatibility test with your specific paint selection to guarantee optimal results. It's worth noting that this additive should not be used with metallic paints, as the metal pigments may adversely react, leading to tarnishing or corrosion.

The application of Roscoflamex PA does not alter the inherent flammability of the substrate itself but rather adds a protective layer that effectively slows the propagation of fire across the treated surface. For best results, the additive should be thoroughly mixed into a single U.S. gallon (3.79L) of paint, and the resulting mixture can be diluted to your preference. However, it is crucial to maintain a dry paint film thickness of no less than 4 mil to ensure the efficacy of the fire retardant barrier.

When using Roscoflamex PA with Rosco Supersaturated paint, the process requires adding one 8 oz. jar to one quart of undiluted Supersaturated paint, followed by dilution of at least 1:1 with water. A thorough mix is necessary before application.

Once treated with Roscoflamex PA, your paint can cover approximately 300 square feet (28 square meters) per gallon, adhering to the paint manufacturer's coverage guidelines. The treated paint can be applied using a brush, roller, or sprayer following the paint manufacturer's instructions, emphasizing the importance of achieving a complete and adequately thick paint film for effective fire retardation.

Roscoflamex PA has earned the approval of the California and New York City Fire Marshals and meets the rigorous standards of ASTM E84 Class A testing. For storage, it is recommended to use non-metallic containers and to clean metal sprayers immediately after use to prevent any reaction.

As with all safety products, it is crucial to read and understand the instructions provided with Roscoflamex PA. Rosco offers this product with the intent of enhancing fire safety, but the effectiveness is contingent upon proper application and treatment of materials. Users should verify the suitability of Roscoflamex PA for their intended use and always conduct a pre-use test. This product is comparable to the original P50 formulation, but it is advised not to mix old and new Flamex products.

Roscoflamex PA is suitable for a variety of water-based paints, including latex house paints, tinted latex paints, latex primers, Rosco Scenic paints, clear flat or gloss acrylic glazes, and vinyl and acrylic water-based mural paints, making it a versatile choice for a range of fire retardant applications.