Glasstex painted substrate specification
The following is our considered specification for the hanging of Glass Fibre Wallcovering (Glasstex) onto a painted substrate.
Preparation
1. The substrate surface should be sound, dry, clean and free from damp, dust and grease. Remove any old Wallcoverings and any loose or flaking paint. Any signs of damp or mould should be rectified and cured at the source. Fill holes and large cracks.
2. Flat the surface by abrading lightly with abrasive paper to create a key, use a scraper for any imperfections.
Hanging Glass Fibre Wallcovering (Glasstex)
1. Apply a liberal and even coat of the recommended adhesive to the substrate using a short to medium nap roller, at the recommended rate of 5 mē/kg. Ensure the adhesive has sufficient open time for hanging the Wallcovering.
2. Caution, This adhesive must not be diluted.
3. Apply the Wallcovering imbedding it into the adhesive. Butt edges, Do not use a seam roller. Allow adhesive to dry overnight and then apply two coats of paint.
Ensure that the working environment is adequately heated and ventilated. Check that the adhesion is adequate after a trial hang before proceeding further. If in doubt seek advice.
The recommendation supplied is made without guarantee since the conditions of use are beyond our control.
Glasstex non-absorbent substrate specification
The following is our considered specification for the hanging of Glass Fibre Wallcovering (Glasstex) onto a non-absorbent substrate.
Preparation
1. The substrate surface should be sound, dry, clean and free from damp, dust and grease. Remove any old Wallcoverings and any loose or flaking paint. Any signs of damp or mould should be rectified and cured at the source.
2. Wash down the surface with Sugar Soap (diluted according to manufacturers instructions) to remove any dirt and grease, flat the surface by abrading the surface lightly with abrasive paper to create a key, use a scraper for any imperfections.
3. Rinse with clean water to remove any contaminant from the substrate.
4. Apply one coat of HallsBeeline Primer Sealer (or equivalent acrylic primer suitable for Wallcoverings using the recommended dilution of 1 part clean Water: 1 part Primer Sealer to the substrate. or Glasstex non-absorbent substrate primer Applied at the recommended rate of 16 mē/kg to the substrate. Allow to fully dry.
Hanging Glass Fibre Wallcovering (Glasstex)
1. Apply a liberal and even coat of the recommended adhesive to the substrate using a short to medium nap roller, at the recommended rate of 5 mē/kg. Ensure the adhesive has sufficient open time for hanging the Wallcovering.
2. Caution, This adhesive must not be diluted.
3. Apply the Wallcovering imbedding it into the adhesive. Butt edges, Do not use a seam roller. Allow adhesive to dry overnight and then apply two coats of paint.
Ensure that the working environment is adequately heated and ventilated. Check that the adhesion is adequate after a trial hang before proceeding further. If in doubt seek advice.
The recommendation supplied is made without guarantee since the conditions of use are beyond our control.
Glasstex absorbent substrate specification
The following is our considered specification for the hanging of Glass Fibre Wallcovering (Glasstex) onto a absorbent substrate.
Preparation
1. The substrate surface should be sound, dry, clean and free from damp, dust and grease. Remove any old Wallcoverings and any loose or flaking paint. Any signs of damp or mould should be rectified and cured at the source.
2. Flat the surface by abrading lightly with abrasive paper to create a key, use a scraper for any imperfections.
3. Rinse with clean water to remove any contaminant from the substrate.
4. Apply one coat of HallsBeeline Primer Sealer (or equivalent acrylic primer suitable for Wallcoverings using the recommended dilution of 3 part clean Water: 1 part Primer Sealer to the substrate. or Glasstex non-absorbent substrate primer diluted 2 part clean water 1 part primer Applied at the recommended rate of 24mē/kg to the substrate. Allow to fully dry.
Hanging Glass Fibre Wallcovering (Glasstex)
1. Apply a liberal and even coat of the recommended adhesive to the substrate using a short to medium nap roller, at the recommended rate of 5 mē/kg. Ensure the adhesive has sufficient open time for hanging the Wallcovering.
2. Caution, This adhesive must not be diluted.
3. Apply the Wallcovering imbedding it into the adhesive. Butt edges, Do not use a seam roller. Allow adhesive to dry overnight and then apply two coats of paint.
Ensure that the working environment is adequately heated and ventilated. Check that the adhesion is adequate after a trial hang before proceeding further. If in doubt seek advice.
The recommendation supplied is made without guarantee since the conditions of use are beyond our control.
Easy Hanging Tips for Painters and Decorators
GLASSTEX is the lightest glass textile in the market, which makes it the easiest to install. This is evident in difficult areas, such as around pillars, corners and edges.
GLASSTEX is pliable and can take rough handling, whether wet or dry. It is easy to smooth out folds and air bubbles without disrupting the weave. You can even remove GLASSTEX from the wall and re-hang it, if necessary.
The weave holds together when being trimmed, and joints are invisible after painting. Since GLASSTEX is so easy to apply, you can save both time and money. It also improves the painter's work environment.
 Prepare the wall by filling any holes or irregularities. |
 Follow the specifications above. |
 Roll the adhesive onto the wall using only Glasstex Ready Mixed Adhesive or Solvite Super High Performance Ready Mixed Adhesive. |
 Cut the fabric in lengths. Measure the height of the wall +10 cm. For pattern matching allow extra fabric. |
 Apply the fabric at the ceiling and press down. Make sure that the first length hangs vertically. |
 The fabric has trimmed edges, which allows hanging edge to edge. |
 Press well onto the surface with a plastic spatula or a steel putty knife with rounded corners. |
 Trim neatly at the ceiling and floor using bladed knife and straight edge. |
 Start to paint the wall when the fabric has dried. Use an angled brush or a small radiator roller along ceiling, floor etc. Then apply the paint with a roller. Two coats of paint are normally enough. |
 Recommended tools when hanging fabric. |