Rialto Metallic Stucco

1. Clean the surface and remove any loose material, filling in where necessary.
2. If the surface is dusty or coated with old chalky or flaking paint, apply a coat of Rialto Primer diluted 1:8 with water first.
3. Apply a coat of Rialto Zip, diluted with 15% water, to ensure an even colour for the first coat.
4. Apply a coat of Rialto Evolution with a stainless steel trowel, about 0.5mm thick.
5. Once dry (usually 6 hours), apply a second coat of Rialto Evolution with a trowel or spatula, without polishing.
6. When dry, sand lightly with 400-grit paper and dust off.
7. Apply one or two coats of the metallic stucco using the traditional Venetian spatula technique, allowing 1 hour between coats.
8. Wipe down with a soft cloth to remove excess material and achieve the desired effect.
9. Do not apply below 7°C (44°F) or above 30°C (86°F), or when relative humidity is above 80%.
10. Store between 5°C (41°F) and 40°C (104°F).

Full test methods and reference standards are listed in the product’s technical data sheet.

• Requires two coats of Rialto Evolution as a colour-matched basecoat before applying — not a standalone single-coat product.
• Each metallic shade needs its own specific Rialto Evolution basecoat colour — check with us before ordering if unsure.
• For interior use only.
• Solvent-based and flammable: use in a well-ventilated room, keep away from flames and sparks, and keep it out of drains and watercourses. The vapour may cause drowsiness. See the safety data sheet.