I want to paint some foil faced insulation. It was recommended that I use a water based self etching primer. I can't find one that is water based and all are very toxic. This is for my son to live in so I don't want toxic. Will this work on the metal foil that's on insulation? If so, can I cover it with regular interior paint? Thanks SAMPLE - AFM SafeCoat, MetalCoat Metal Primer Paints & Primers

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I want to paint some foil faced insulation. It was recommended that I use a water based self etching primer. I can't find one that is water based and all are very toxic. This is for my son to live in so I don't want toxic. Will this work on the metal foil that's on insulation? If so, can I cover it with regular interior paint? Thanks SAMPLE - AFM SafeCoat, MetalCoat Metal Primer Paints & Primers

Status: Open Jan 14, 2021 - 01:58 AM

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Jan 15, 2021 - 12:17 PM

According to AFM Safecoat, the foil emits nothing at all, so there isn't a reason to prime it. But, if you are still wanting to, they suggest AFM SafeCoat, Transitional Primer (Int/Ext). You may order a small sample online first to test just to make certain it adheres well.