Plasters & Pigments

Bioshield, Earth Pigments

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Natural color pigments from the earth

Bioshield Earth Pigments are water-soluable and oil-soluble powders made from earth and mineral bases. They're a natural alternative to paint tints which add visual texture and create outstanding effects when used with Bioshield Wall Glaze, Clay Paint and Aqua Resin Stain Finish.

NOTE: Because Earth Pigments are derived from natural earthen and mineral bases, colors may vary from batch to batch and a consistent color hue cannot always be guaranteed. The Spinell & Ultramarine colors have more consistency than the Italian Earth Pigments. Sample kits are available.

Why we like it

These mineral pigments are right out of the ground, all-natural, potent and very colorful. They're a pleasure to work with but require some skill to get just the right color. Always test with small quantities as you can always add more.

We suggest that you strain with a fine strainer prior to use to get rid of any large chunks. We also suggest making extra large batches so there's some left over for future touch ups.

Features & benefits

Long-lasting – easy disbursement and high UV resistance; weathers well
All-natural ingredients – various naturally occurring rocks, minerals and earth
Non-toxic – no solvents
Safe – for everyone, including the chemically sensitive; learn how to test a non-toxic product for tolerance
Eco-friendly – zero VOC

Alert: This product is not recommended for use with Bioshield Primer Oil, Bioshield Penetrating Sealer, Bioshield Hard Oil and Bioshield Floor & Furniture Hardwax.

State Nexus Fee may apply
A state nexus fee will be applied to this item if drop shipped to the following states: New Mexico. We're sorry for the inconvenience. Click here to read more about the state nexus fee.

This item description was written by Joel Hirshberg

From Website: "Bio-Shield Pigments Pigments are best used in the following products: Water-based products: Casein Milk Paint (10) & Wall Glaze (15). BioShield Solvent-Free Wall Paint (181) has a high degree of titanium white and is suitable only for making light shades of paint. Oil-based products: Resin & Oil Finish (3), Natural Resin Floor Finish (4/44), High Solid Wood Stain (7). Our Oil Enamel Paints are only suitable for making light shades of paint. Due to their formulation we do not recommend tinting our Oil Finishes (1), (5), and (9), or our Waxes (30) and (32). Mixing Pigments with Water-Based Materials: For Casein Paint (10), Wall Paint (18), Wall Glaze (15), and other water-based products, create a paste by mixing pigments with a small amount of water. Depending on the pigment, we recommend a soaking time of 15 to 30 minutes. Stir contents again and add more water if needed. The consistency of this pigment and water mixture should be a light paste without lumps or pockets of dry pigments. Mix paste with material to form a homogenous color. Mixing Pigments with Oil-Based Materials: Use oil instead of water and procedd as under "Mixing Pigments with Water-Based Materials". Tips and Techniques for Working with BioShield Pigments All pigments have different pigmentation (coloring) intensity. This means that no standard recipes can be provided. For instance, much more Veronese Green will be needed to come close to the original color than Bottle Green or Meadow Green. Pigments will also differ in their coloring effect when using the various bases. For instance a color will best show when mixed into our Wall Glaze (15), and will show with less intensity when mixed into BioShield Oil Enamel Paints. The more white a base contains, the lower will be the tinting effect of a pigment. A white base always will show a 'milky' version of the original pigment color, less white will show a color more true to the original pigment color. For those customers who are not familiar with pigments, we recommend testing in small batches before mixing the entire amount of pigment into the base. This will show a preliminary result and enable you to make corrections without spoiling the entire batch. Caution: Avoid contact with clothing. Certain pigments may permanently stain fabrics.

Specs

Warranty
Warranties
Residential Finish Wear
Residential Structural
Commercial Finish Wear
Commercial Structural

Certifications
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)
FSC Content
FSC Chain-of-Custody #
LEED® Qualifications
LEED® Regional Materials Zip Code
Certifications

Basics
Interior or Exterior	Interior, Exterior
Use On Material	Painted Surfaces: Clay-Based, Painted Surfaces: Water-Based, Plaster, Stains
Use On
Location	All Rooms
Eco-replacement for	Pigments: Solvent-Based
Chemically-sensitive safe	Yes learn how to test a non-toxic product for tolerance
Test before use	Yes, test on inconspicuous area
Freeze/Thaw Safe?

Dimensions
Coverage (1 Coat)	as needed
Coverage2
Square Feet / Box	Square Feet
Thickness or Height	"
Thickness	mm
Veneer Cut Thickness
Length	"
Length	mm
Width	"
Width	mm
Boxes / Pallet	Boxes
Square Feet / Pallet	Square Feet
Boards / Box	Boards
Pieces / Box	Pieces
Weight / Box	Pounds

Features
Minimum Order
Old Name
Material Origin
Country of Manufacture	Germany
Recycled Content
Shelf Life
Use With These Prodcuts	Bioshield Clay Paint \| Bioshield Clear Glaze \| Bioshield Aqua Resin \| Bioshield Aqua Resin Floor Finish
Number of Colors	Colors
Carpet Pattern
Coordinating Border
Critical Radiant Flux
Extractable Matter
Face or Pile Weight
Fiber
General Flammability
Surface Flammability
GSA Classification
Line
Machine Guage
Moth Resistance
Pattern Repeat
Pile Height (High)
Pile Height (Low)
Primary Backing
Resistance to Insect Pests
Roll Length	'
Secondary Backing
Smoke Density
Static
Stitches Per Inch
Surface Texture, Construction, Style
Total Height
Total Weight
Traffic Rating
Tufts per Sq. In.	Tufts / Sq In
Yarn Construction
Bundles per Pallet	Bundles
Bundles per Square 6" Exposure	Bundles
Bundles per Square 7" Exposure	Bundles
Bundles per Square 7-1/2" Exposure	Bundles
Bundles per Square 8" Exposure	Bundles
Pounds per Bundle	Pounds
Pounds per Pallet	Pounds
Pounds per Roll	Pounds
Pounds per Square	Pounds
Pounds per Square 6" Exposure	Pounds
Pounds per Square 7" Exposure	Pounds
Pounds per Square 7-1/2" Exposure	Pounds
Pounds per Square 8" Exposure	Pounds
Lin Feet per Bundle	Lin Feet
Lin Feet per Pallet	Lin Feet
Rolls per Pallet	Rolls
Squares per Roll	Squares
Tiles per bundle	Tiles
Tiles per Lin Foot	Tiles
Finish Type	Pigment
Base	Water-based
Ingredients	earth, minerals, rocks
VOC Content	0 Grams/Liter
Use On Material - Condition	Painted Surfaces: Clay-Based, Painted Surfaces: Water-Based, Plaster, Stains
Application Method	mix thoroughly
Application Temperature Range	Warmer than 55°F
Application Instructions
Surface or Product Preperation
Recommended # of Coats	as needed
Re-coat After	as needed
Drying Time
Appearance When Dry	matte
Cleans Up With	neutral cleaners
Storage	Store in cool dry place out of sunlight
Recycling or Disposal	Dispose of excess product in accordance with all local state and federal regulations
Adhesive
Bamboo Construction
Bathroom Installation
Color Change
Construction
Construction Description
Durability
Edge
Finish
Finish Sheen
Finish Contains Aluminum Oxide?
Floor Item Type
Floor Pattern
Floor Type
Grade Installation
Grading
Installation
Janka Hardness Rating
Joint System
Knots
Material
Number of Plys	-Plys
Composition
Radiant Heat
Range of Resistance
Risk in Dry Climates
Style
Shade (1 Light) - (7 Dark)
Strips / Plank	-Strips/Plank
Surface Texture
Surface Treatment
Surface Treatment Color
Tile Application
Touch Up Kit
Can be indoor?
Can be outdoor?
Direct Vent?
Easy-Linkable?
Energy Factor
Max Gallons Per Minute	- GPM
Max BTU's / Hour	- BTU's / Hour
Multi Control Capabilities
Temperature Range (with remote)
Life	Hrs
Input Wattage	W
Delivered Lumens	lm
Efficacy	lm/W
Color Temperature	K
Color Rendering Index (CRI)
Equivalent Wattage	W
Energy Savings