Water Based Basecoats
Everything is built from the ground up and a solid foundation makes for a lasting finish. Our basecoats provide outstanding adhesion, build and sanding properties in preparation for final finishing.
Envirocryl 160-TB Tannin Blocking White Primer
ELPR160-TB is a 1K universal water based primer with tannin blocking properties that provides an excellent foundation for any solid colour systems on solid wood, veneer, MDF or for refinishing also as a 1K product. It offers fast dry times with minimal chances of bridging and is easy to sand. ELPR160-TB can also be applied over T9000 that has dried for 1-2 hours. It has excellent leveling and anti-sag for vertical applications and is very easy to spray, brush or roll. After priming, PR160-TB is suitable to be topcoated with Envirolak’s 200, 400 or 800 series and many other topcoats. Do not use 100 series over PR160-TB.
This product is designed for interior wood finishing applications such as cabinetry, tables, furniture and millwork.
Envirothane 170 White Primer High Solids ELPR170
ELPR170 is a universal urethane primer that provides an excellent foundation for any solid colour systems on MDF as either a 1K or 2K product. When using PR170 on veneer, solid wood or in a refinish situation it is necessary to use the product as a 2K system by adding CAT100-LV Hardener to improve adhesion and prevent cracking or checking of veneers and soft woods. This 70% solids high-hide primer lays down very flat and provides unsurpassed filling properties especially for MDF, where it does not swell the fibers like other water based products in the market. It offers fast dry times and is easy to sand without being easy to sand through.
This product is designed for interior wood finishing applications such as cabinetry, tables, furniture and millwork.
Envirothane 170-TB Tannin Blocking White Primer ELPR170-TB
ELPR170-TB is a universal urethane primer that provides an excellent foundation for any solid colour systems on MDF as either a 1K or 2K product. When using PR170-TB on veneer, solid wood or in a refinish situation it is necessary to use the product as a 2K system by adding CAT100-LV Hardener to improve adhesion and prevent cracking or checking of veneers and soft woods. This 70% solids high-hide primer lays down very flat and provides unsurpassed filling properties especially for MDF, where it does not swell the fibers like other water based products in the market. It offers fast dry times and is easy to sand without being easy to sand through. ELPR170-TB offers all the same properties as our ELPR170 with the addition of a tannin blocking additive.
This product is designed for interior wood finishing applications such as cabinetry, tables, furniture and millwork.
Envirothane 180 Neutral Primer High Solids ELPR180
ELPR180 is the neutral version of our high performance PR170 white primer that provides an excellent foundation for any dark solid colour systems on MDF as either a 1K or 2K product. This product is designed to be tinted to any dark colour including black. It has 66% solids with good hiding when tinted and offers outstanding fill characteristics in an easy to sand, VOC friendly water-based primer. When using PR180 on veneer, solid wood or in a refinish situation it is necessary to use the product as a 2K system by adding ELCAT100-LV Hardener to improve adhesion and prevent cracking or checking in veneers and softwoods.
This product is designed for interior wood finishing applications such as cabinetry, tables, furniture and millwork.
Envirothane 300 Clear Sealer ELSEAL300
ELSEAL300 sealer is a urethane clear sealer for use under Envirolak topcoats. The product provides good clarity and build and has good adhesion properties when used 1K. The product can be catalyzed with CAT100-LV hardener for improved adhesion and chemical resistance which makes for a good toner over old solvent-based finishes. Used in conjunction with Envirolak water-based topcoats will meet KCMA standards.
This product is designed for interior wood finishing applications such as cabinetry, tables, bar tops, furniture and millwork.
500 Envirocryl Crystal Clear Sealer
ELSEAL500 sealer is an acrylic urethane high build water white clear sealer for use under Envirolak topcoats. The product provides excellent clarity and is easy to sand after 1 hour. It can be used 1K or can be catalyzed with CAT100-LV hardener (4-6hr pot life) for improved adhesion and chemical resistance making it suitable for use as a toner over old solvent-based finishes. Used in conjunction with Envirolak water-based topcoats will meet KCMA standards.
This product is designed for interior wood finishing applications such as cabinetry, tables, furniture and millwork.
ELPRT9000 Envirocryl T9000 Universal Stain & Tannin Blocking Primer
ELPRT9000 is a specially designed 1K universal primer designed for refinishing and new construction. It offers industry leading stain, dye and tannin blocking in an easy to use, one-component economical water-based primer that love heat and can be force dried very fast. The new 2026 formula has higher build, better adhesion, better moisture resistance is easy to sand and can be used under all Envirolak top coats including our 100 series. It has excellent adhesion to a variety of existing coatings (solvent or water based) as well as veneers, solid wood, MDF, plastics, concrete and stone. This product can be tinted with T900BT black tinter to make it dark grey in colour.
This product is designed for interior and exterior wood finishing applications such as cabinetry, tables, furniture, millwork, stone and concrete.
Why we're different:
Simple & Convenient
Easy to spray, brush or roll. No catalyst required so there is no pot-life which means more time working and less time cleaning. Easy to store, no need for flammable storage or explosion proof fixtures. Non-regulated for shipping purposes simplifies receiving.
Eco-Friendly
We are environmentally friendly. From low VOC coatings to using sustainable and renewable raw materials in our paint, it’s not just a statement, it’s a philosophy.
Made For People
Low VOC’s, no formaldehyde, no isocyanate, no flammable solvents, all the performance. Better for finishers and better for consumers. Just better.