How do I apply anti-wave protective paint?

You've decided to protect yourself from waves by applying protective anti-wave paint to your walls and/or ceilings and you've gathered the necessary equipment (paint, of course, but also the essential earthing accessories, brush or roller, site clothing, etc.). All that remains is to carry out the work.

In this article, we'll take you step-by-step through a quick and easy way to apply your paint, which is applied like any other "traditional" paint, to plaster, cement, cob, wallpaper or any other existing paint.

Step 1: Preparing the surface to be painted

As with any other paint, the surface to be painted should be carefully degreased and prepared, to eliminate porous roughness and fill any holes. A primer (undercoat), such as GK5 YShield or another, may be necessary depending on the nature of the surface to be painted.

Step 2: apply EBX earthing tape or prepare AF3 additive

To guarantee the conductivity of your paint, you have 2 options: either place EBX earthing tape on your walls, or use AF3 additive.

Installing EBX tape: EBX YShield tape is an adhesive tape that should be applied to the wall before painting. You place a vertical and a horizontal strip on the wall, bearing in mind that the earthing plate will be placed at the intersection of these 2 strips.
The location is therefore chosen with practicality in mind (often on one side of the wall for the vertical strip and at the skirting board for the horizontal strip). This solution is suitable if your walls are in good condition and the surface is flat. EBX10 tape can also be applied after painting.

Use of the AF3 additive: The AF3 additive contains long carbon fibres. Mixed with anti-wave paints, it gives them greater conductivity, even on uneven surfaces. One pot of additive is sufficient for 5 litres of paint. Pour its contents into the paint pot and mix thoroughly with an electric mixer for at least one minute, to obtain a homogeneous mixture.

Step 3: applying the paint

Anti-wave paint can be applied with a brush, roller or spray gun (6 mm nozzle).
From experience, we advise you to choose a "small" roll, 10-15 cm wide, to avoid splashing as much as possible.
It can be washed off with water, so is easy to remove from hands or brushes. When you open the can, mix the paint well, then apply it to the entire surface to be protected, in dry weather (if you're painting outside) and at a temperature above 5°C. Drying time is 12 to 36 hours, depending on temperature. Wait until the paint is dry if you are applying a second coat.

Step 4: Earthing

Once the paint is completely dry, you can move on to the earthing stage. The GW earthing plate is fixed, as we said, to the wall at the intersection of the 2 strips of EB2 tape or at the chosen location if you have used the AF3 additive. The fixing screws are included in the delivery. In principle, there should be one earthing plate per wall, or one for 2 walls if they are narrow and contiguous. Any break in the paintwork means that a new earthing plate must be fitted. The GC earthing cable, fitted with a banana plug, is plugged into one of the 3 holes in the plate. The other side of the GC cable is plugged into one of the holes in the GP earthing plug.
The GP earthing plug is then plugged into your wall socket (earthed). To check this, you can use a plug tester or earth tester such as the Tohm-e or Catohm DT-300).
Once the various components are attached, you can fit the plastic covers over the plate and the earthing plug. This will not only make the installation more aesthetically pleasing, but will also act as an anti-pull-out safety device.

Step 5: Decoration

Now that your home is protected from the waves, it's time to start decorating. Most paints can be covered with paint, plaster, lime, wallpaper, etc. Don't hesitate to check the technical data sheet for each paint for any contraindications.

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Depending on your level of exposure to high-frequency radiation, you may need to apply 2 coats of paint (or even 3 in places) to achieve a sufficient level of protection. To be sure, don't hesitate to take measurements using a measuring device. You can either invest in a measuring device, or hire one for 15 days to take measurements before, during and after your work.

We accept no liability for damage to people, animals or objects caused by incorrect paint application, in particular earthing and electrical installation that does not comply with DIN 57100 / VDE 0100.
We recommend that the electrical installation and earthing of YShield® paints be checked by a specialist electrician.