Falu Rödfärg Knut&Foder is a modern type of water-soluble distemper based on linseed oil. The paint has a beautiful matt finish and is primarily intended for use on wooden bargeboards, eaves, corner boards and window trims. The carefully selected traditional colours, their lustre and matte finish harmonize to provide a natural, balanced complement to houses painted with Falu Rödfärg Original.
The linseed oil base in Knut&Foder means that the paint can be applied to many types of surfaces, for example on wooden surfaces with aged alkyd, linseed oil paint or on old distemper, as well as on unplaned and planed wood unpainted surfaces.
6-7 m² / litre
Fully matte
Non-sticky after 12 hours, dry after about 48 hours
Outside temperature +10°C to +25°C
Linseed oil
Water
Paint brush with synthetic bristles
Cleaned with water and detergent
Limit value (Cat A/d): 130g/l (2010)
The product’s VOC: <130g/l
Falu Rödfärg Knut&Foder has a beautiful matte finish and is primarily intended for use on corners, casings and bargeboards. It is a dispersion paint based on linseed oil, using water as a solvent.
Many house corners, window casings and bargeboards are today painted using oil paints. It gives a glossy, almost plastic surface that contrasts with a matte facade finish. Falu Rödfärg Knut&Foder has the same beautiful matte surface as Falu Rödfärg Original and Falu Rödfärg Träfasad, and together they create a uniformity that gives the house a most eye-catching and coherent appearance.
Knut&Foder has nine established traditional colours that, through their matte finish and lustre, fit perfectly on houses painted with Falu Rödfärg Original or Falu Rödfärg Träfasad, giving a balanced and natural appearance. These timeless colours preserve a look that has endured throughout the centuries. And by virtue of its unique character, it contributes to creating new, classic architecture. If other shades are desired, the colours can be mixed together to create a hue to suit any taste. Falu Rödfärg does not provide mixing recipes.
The paint has the properties of linseed oil paint and the stunning appearance of a distemper. For example, the finished layer of paint does not form an impenetrable skin but rather allows the wood to breathe naturally, meaning that moisture is not sealed in and rot is prevented. Unlike old, pure linseed oil paint, Knut&Foder has increased breathability, eliminating the risk of blistering.
Falu Rödfärg Knut&Foder is a dispersion paint based on linseed oil using water as a solvent. This makes the paint very easy to apply and work with. Knut&Foder is not as sensitive to thick paint layers as a distemper. 1 litre of paint is sufficient to cover around 6-7/m2. It attaches to both unwrought and planed timber.
This paint is applied to some of the facade elements that are most exposed to weather and wind and have to withstand challenging wear and tear. This requires a robust, high-quality paint. The finish normally last around 8 to 10 years before requiring a new coat. Of course, this also depends on how exposed the facade is and its orientation; one side of the house may endure for 15 years while a greatly exposed facade may require a new coat after 6 years.
The linseed oil base in Knut&Foder means that the paint can be applied on many types of surfaces, for example on wooden surfaces with aged alkyd, linseed oil paint or distemper, as well as on both unplaned and planed wood unpainted surfaces. However, it is not recommended that it be used on surfaces previously painted with so-called acrylate paint. Acrylate is “thermoplastic”, which means that it moves at different temperatures and thus can crack and flake.