Use and Care Manual
Break-Through! V70-610 Series
Architectural Coatings PPG Break-Through! Interior/Exterior Water-Borne Acrylic Gloss
GENERAL SURFACE PREPARATION
Surface must be clean and dry. Remove all loose, peeling paint, dirt, mildew, grease, oil, chalk, rust, and any other surface contaminants. Blistering
and peeling issues are commonly caused by moisture behind the paint film. Problems leading to excessive moisture in the substrate must be
repaired prior to painting. Putty all nail holes and caulk all cracks and open seams. Sand all glossy, rough, and patched surfaces. Plaster, concrete,
and masonry surfaces must be completely dry, free of efflorescence, and allowed to cure for 30 days prior to painting. Repaired surfaces or lightly
stained areas may require additional coats. Prime all bare wood, drywall, plaster, metal, and porous surfaces with the appropriate primer.
WARNING! If you scrape, sand, or remove old paint, you may release lead dust or fumes. LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST OR
FUMES CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS, SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO
AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a properly fitted NIOSH-approved respirator and prevent skin contact to control lead exposure. Clean up carefully with
a HEPA vacuum and a wet mop. Before you start, find out how to protect yourself and your family by contacting the USEPA National Lead
Information Hotline at 1‑800‑424‑LEAD or log on to www.epa.gov/lead. Follow these instructions to control exposure to other hazardous sub-
stances that may be released during surface preparation.
ALUMINUM: This substrate may present potential adhesion problems. Any coating applied directly to aluminum should be spot applied, allowed
to cure overnight, and then evaluated for adhesion. If adhesion is good, the application may proceed.
CERAMIC TILE: No primer needed; sanding or etching with phosphoric acid is necessary. Topcoat should be spot applied as directed, allowed
to cure overnight, then evaluated for adhesion. If adhesion is good, the application may proceed.
CONCRETE: New concrete and masonry should cure for at least 30 days and preferably 90 days prior to priming and painting. The pH of the
substrate must be less than 10 before priming with an alkali resistant primer. Painting glazed brick is not recommended due to potential adhesion
problems.
CONCRETE/MASONRY BLOCK: Mortar should cure for at least 30 days and preferably 90 days prior to painting. Fill block with an appropriate
block filler. Surfaces previously coated with water thinned cement-based paint must be prepared with extra care. If the material appears to be
adhering tightly, a masonry sealer may be applied to seal the surface. Check adhesion by applying a piece of masking tape. If the sealer peels
off and has loose particles, remove all chalking or crumbling material, re-seal and re-check adhesion.
FERROUS METAL: The surface must be cleaned thoroughly to remove any dust, rust, and surface contaminants, and then primed with a metal
primer. No primer is required for interior applications.
FIBERGLASS: No primer needed; sanding or scuffing the surface is recommended. Primer and topcoat should be spot applied as directed,
allowed to cure overnight, then evaluated for adhesion. If adhesion is good, the application may proceed.
GALVANIZED STEEL: Caution must be used when selecting coatings for use on all galvanized metal surfaces. These substrates may have a
factory-applied stabilizer, which is used to prevent white rusting during storage and shipping. Such stabilizers must be removed by either brush
blasting, sanding or chemical treatment prior to priming.
GYPSUM WALLBOARD-DRYWALL: Nails or screws should be countersunk, and they along with any indentations should be mudded flush with
the surface, sanded smooth and cleaned to remove any dust, prior to priming and painting the substrate.
INTERIOR WOOD: Unpainted wood or wood in poor condition should be sanded smooth and wiped clean. Any knots or resinous areas must
be primed before painting. Countersink all nails, putty flush with surface, then prime.
LAMINATE: No primer needed; sanding or scuffing the surface is recommended. Topcoat should be spot applied as directed, allowed to cure
overnight, then evaluated for adhesion. If adhesion is good, the application may proceed.
PLASTER: Plaster, hardcoat, skim coat, or other alkaline surfaces should be allowed to cure for at least 30 days prior to priming with an alkali
resistant primer.
VINYL AND ARCHITECTURAL PLASTICS: Vinyl and similar architectural plastics may present potential adhesion problems. A primer may be
required to promote proper adhesion. Consult the manufacturer’s guidelines prior to painting. Primer and Topcoat should be spot applied, allowed
to cure overnight, then evaluated for adhesion. If adhesion is good, the application may proceed. Do not paint vinyl or plastic with a color darker
than the original to prevent potential warping due to heat absorption.
RECOMMENDED PRIMERS
Aluminum 4020, 90-712
Ceramic Tile/Fiberglass/Laminate Self-priming
Concrete 4-603XI, 17-921XI
Concrete/Masonry Block 6-7, 6-15XI
Ferrous Metal 4020, 90-712, 90-912
Galvanized Steel 4020, 90-712
Gypsum Wallboard-Drywall 6-2, 6-4, 9-900, 12-900XI
Interior Wood 6-2, 9-900, 12-900XI, 17-921XI
Plaster 4-603XI, 17-921XI
Vinyl and Architectural Plastics Self-priming
Apply only when air, surface, and product temperatures are between
50°F (10°C) and 90°F (32°C) and at least 5°F (3°C) above the dew
point. It is important to maintain air and surface temperatures for 24
hours after application. Avoid painting in direct sunlight or on hot sur-
faces. Do not apply late in the day when dew and condensation are like-
ly to form, or if rain is expected within 48 hours. Not recommended for
exterior horizontal surfaces unless these surfaces can be protected from
dew and rain for 7 days. Wait at least 7 days after painting before clean-
ing the surface with a non-abrasive, mild cleanser. Not recommended
for polypropylene or polyethylene plastics, roofs, garage floors or con-
crete floors subject to hot tires, continuous water immersion environ-
ments, such as bathtubs, sinks, shower basins and pools. Not recom-
mended for very flexible substrates subject to abuse; such as canvas,
nylon rope or rubber. Do not use on large wood structures or the bodies
of homes. PROTECT FROM FREEZING.
LIMITATIONS OF USE
V70-610
1-Gallon (3.78 L)
PACKAGING