Teamac Metalastic Black Bituminous Paint | Bitumen Paint

• Surface Prep: Clean thoroughly, removing any dirt, or old finishes if needed. Lightly sand for best absorption.
• Application: Stir well. Apply with a brush or roller.
• Drying/Curing: Wait ~16 hours before re-coating or covering.
• Pro Tip: Overcoating with conventional solvent based paints will result in black bleeding through.

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Fast, Reliable & Fully Tracked UK Delivery

Every order is dispatched from our warehouse using a fully tracked DX or FedEx service, so you always know when your paint will arrive.

Delivery Options

• FREE Standard Delivery (orders over £75) Arrives in 2–3 working days
• Standard Delivery – £7.95 Arrives in 2–3 working days
• Express Delivery – £13.95 Next working day delivery when you order before 12:00 noon (Mon–Thu)
• Spending £75+? Select Express Upgrade at checkout and only pay the difference

Dispatch & Delivery Times (What Happens After You Order)

• Express delivery (order before 12:00 Mon–Thu) Dispatched same day, delivered next working day
• Standard delivery (Mon–Wed orders) Dispatched next working day, delivered 2–3 working days later
• Orders placed Thursday (standard delivery) Dispatched Friday for Monday delivery
• We do not dispatch or deliver on weekends or UK bank holidays

What to Expect on Delivery

Please provide a contact telephone number at checkout. This allows the courier to share tracking updates or contact you if there are any delivery issues.

Most orders require a signature on delivery. If you may not be available during the day, we recommend delivery to a workplace, business address, or another location where someone can sign.

Outside the UK Mainland?

Delivery prices shown apply to UK Mainland only.

For the Highlands, Islands, Northern Ireland, or non-mainland addresses, please contact us for a quick personalised quote via live chat, by calling 01482 222 421, or emailing info@specialistpaintsonline.co.uk.

Bottom Line

Order today, get fast and reliable delivery, track every step, and get painting without delays.

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• Wood Cleaners & Strippers: Prep surfaces to remove old finishes or dirt
• Application Tools: Brushes, lint-free cloths, gloves for easy oiling
• Specialist Wood Care: Our specialist wood care range has everything you need, from decking paint to wood oils, waxes, and revivers.

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Teamac Metalastic Black Bituminous Paint lays down a flexible waterproof shield that keeps your wood, metal, asphalt and concrete safe from rot, rust and rain. You cut repair bills and free up labour because one quick coat seals posts, planters, tanks and roofs for years. Backed by more than one hundred years of protective coating expertise, it is arguably the most trusted bitumen paint money can buy. Its self priming formula bonds where rival paints flake, giving you long lasting protection without expensive primers or topcoats.

Key Benefits

• Protect and Save: waterproof barrier stops moisture attack, keeping structures sound and cash in your pocket.
• Weatherproof Reliability: bitumen film stands up to UV, salts and mild chemicals, so assets last longer in any climate.
• Extend Life: tough off gloss coat absorbs knocks and abrasion, saving you time and money on replacements.
• Cost Effective Defence: high solids give up to twelve square metres per litre, stretching every maintenance budget.
• Simple Brush Application: no thinning or special gear, just stir and coat, so projects finish fast and downtime stays low.

Brush or roll today, touch dry in four hours and ready for the next coat overnight; add to basket now, paint tomorrow and enjoy watertight protection with next day UK delivery.

• Finish / Texture: Off-gloss black
• Base: Solvent based bituminous solution
• Available Colours: Black
• Pack Sizes: 1 L, 2.5 L, 5 L, 25 L
• Coverage: Approx. 12 m²/L at 40 µm dry film
• Drying Times @ 20 °C: Touch dry 4 h; hard dry 12 h
• Re-coat Interval: Minimum 12 h or overnight
• Minimum Application Temp.: 5 °C
• VOC Content: Max 420 g/L
• Flash Point: Above 32 °C
• Application Method: Brush or roller, apply neat, clean with Thinners 14
• Surface Suitability: Wood, ferrous metal, asphalt, concrete, farm buildings, fence posts, planters
• Volume Solids: 50 %
• Wet / Dry Film Thickness: 80 µm wet / 40 µm dry

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Safety data sheet
Technical data sheet

1. What is Teamac Bituminous Paint Used For?

Used to create a waterproof, weatherproof, and corrosion-resistant coating, exhibiting resistance to low levels of alkalis and acids, and can withstand prolonged oxidation. Making it suitable for gutters, fence posts, raised boarders, tanks, garden buildings, cladding and more.

2. Can I use black bitumen paint on wood?

Yes, it's ideal for outdoor timber. It seals out moisture, prevents rot, and extends the life of sheds, fences, and other wooden structures.

3. Can I paint over bituminous paint

No, we do not recommend painting over bitumen paint with anything other than bitumen paint.

4. Is black bitumen paint waterproof?

bsolutely—bitumen paint creates a highly water-resistant barrier that protects surfaces from rain, damp, and general weathering.

5. Is black bitumen paint safe to use on garden planters or raised beds?

Yes, however the product is not classed as food safe so should not be used where plants are grown for human consumption.

6. What coverage can I expect?

Coverage is approximately 12 m² per litre, depending on the wood’s porosity. More porous timbers may require additional product for complete protection.

7. How can I ensure the best results with this product?

Clean and prepare the wood thoroughly. Apply thin, even coats and allow each coat to fully absorb before applying the next. For extra guidance or tailored advice, contact our experts.

Need assistance restoring or protecting your hardwood surfaces?

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