For moss or lichen it should be treated and left a few weeks before staining. Then prior to painting remove dead material by scrapping, scrubbing or water blasting. We have found the product called 30 Seconds ONE STEP (the green label) mixed with Janola has the best success in treating mould, moss and lichen. Mix as follows: Water 4 parts (eg 4 litres) One Step (green label) 1 parts (eg 1 litre) Janola (or other chlorine bleach) ¼ part (eg 250 ml) If the surface is relatively clean, there is no need to wash off the above treatment mix. When left on and painted over, it provides long-term benefits as it helps control regrowth. Note: Avoid using any cleaners that have sodium hydroxide (caustic soda) – if it is not washed off fully, it will have a reaction with the linseed oil.

Gloss variations on exterior situations 'even out' to a low sheen finish over a short period of time but not on interior surface applications.

Yes and no. We have seen several customers use MULTIVERSAL on interior finishes, but prefer them to use our Silkcoat, which is a purpose-built sealer and interior undercoat for Gib Board. We do not normally recommend MULTIVERSAL for the following reasons. The oil in the MULTIVERSAL soaks into the plaster joints more than the paper, so it dries flatter in those areas. If recoated too soon - say the same day- the oil continues to soak in from the second coat, and it will still show flat patches on the joints. If the Gib Board needs sealing due to varying porosity, leave a day or more before recoating as it can seal the surface, and the 2nd coat will give a more uniform finish.

Yes and no. Primarily for the same reason above for the Gib Board. You can get different gloss levels due to the amount of penetration the oil has had. MULTIVERSAL must be applied uniformly (even if applied over Silkcoat) because to go back and touch up, or if you have thicker and thinner places, it may give gloss variation due to the amount of oil that is on the surface. If you roll out evenly and keep a wet edge as you go, you can get a very good job with MULTIVERSAL. So 'you' can get a successful hard wearing an economical job. Hence a lot of landlords and not 'too fussy' people use it and this is why we do not normally consider it an interior paint for the average user.

Yes, but it will be soft for a couple of days whilst the oil hardens

Areas of white rust must be removed by hand or power wire brushing. Red rust spots must be treated with a rust killer product or primer followed by the application of MULTIVERSAL. (All current rust treatments on the market which are currently recommended to be used under acrylic paints are suitable to use with MULTIVERSAL).

NOVEX Multiversal is a water-based acrylic paint enriched with linseed oil, designed for versatile use as a finish coat, undercoat, and primer. It's suitable for various surfaces including timber, concrete, galvanised steel, and Zincalume®.

It has a low sheen, tough film, high water resistance, and good tolerance for imperfect surfaces due to the penetrating ability of linseed oil. It can serve as a primer, undercoat, and finish coat on all common surfaces.

It can be used on surfaces such as wood, concrete, sound fibro-cement substrates, and galvanised metal. Common applications include walls, fences, roofs, garage doors, spouting, steps, and asphalt driveways.

Ensure the surface is sound and as clean as possible. Remove flaky paint, surface chalk, powder, and dirt by scrubbing or water blasting. Treat mould and moss with a suitable fungicidal product and remove dead material.

Before applying Multiversal to Colorsteel® type products, it's recommended to use NOVEX FLAKAPROOF PRIMER as a priming coat for elevated adhesion. Refer to NOVEX FLAKAPROOF PRIMER "Preparation" instructions.

Apply with a brush, roller, speed pad, or spray gun. Two finish coats are recommended for greater durability and protection. Thin with water if necessary for easy application.

It dries to touch in less than 30 minutes and can normally be recoated after 2 hours. For walk-on surfaces, leave to dry overnight before recoating. The dry film hardens over several days.

Yes, wash equipment with cold water and give a final rinse using soapy warm water with laundry detergent to remove any linseed oil residue.

It covers approximately 10 square metres per litre per coat, depending on the texture and absorbency of the surface.

Yes, it can be used on concrete roof tiles after proper surface preparation. Treat mould or moss with a fungicidal product and remove dead material before application.

Yes, but unsealed terracotta tiles need a seal coat of NOVEX Easy Seal Solvent Roof Glaze before applying two coats of Multiversal.