Specification

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02172020

Technical Data Sheet

Description

Ames’

Blue Max

Liquid Applied Water-

proofing Coating is a premium rubber,

acrylic, high build coating for creating a

monolithic barrier, enveloping shield in the

construction of new buildings and

remediation. It is for roofs, interior, exterior

walls, basements, foundations, both above

and below grade. Blue Max

can be used as

the principle, sole membrane and by itself as

an air barrier. It is heavy duty, yet easily

applied by brush, roller or sprayer. It dries to

form a shield to keep water, moisture at bay

and an air tight seal from the flow of

uncontrolled air. This product is an

elastomeric sealant, adhesive and barrier

coating that expands and contracts up to

1200%. It is highly resistant to cracking and

peeling, remains flexible at -35°F and is

mildew resistant. It is also very easy to clean

up with water. Ames’ Blue Max is ideal for:

poured concrete, tar coated walls, brick or

block walls, interior and exterior basement

walls, pressure treated plywood, sheet metal,

plastic, precast concrete, stucco, wood and

Gypsum sheathing. This product contains no

toxic substances after curing. Ames’ Blue

Max is a Liquid Applied Waterproofing

Monolithic Membrane that is a lasting

coating investment for your construction

project

Features and Benefits

• Simple application procedure without

special tools or equipment

• Easily coats rough and porous surfaces

• Can be used in high moisture

exposure areas

• Monolithic airtight membrane is formed

• Self-sealing capabilities around fasteners

• Warranted air vapor barrier system (1-

year product quality warrantee)

• Air Barrier Association of America

Evaluated

Applications

• EPDM

• Tar & Gravel

• Asphalt

• Concrete

• Rolled Roofing

• Smooth Asphalt Built-Up Roofs

• Modified Bitumen

• Metal, Galvanized Steel

• PVC

• ICF (Insolated Concrete Form),

• Concrete: Precast, Poured and Cinderblock

• Treated Plywood, Plastic, Stucco, Wood and

Gypsum Sheathing

Project Conditions

Building Codes and Project specifications

require continuity of the installation. It is the

installer’s responsibility to understand the

Summary of content (5 pages)

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Technical Data Sheet Description Features and Benefits Ames’ Blue Max Liquid Applied Waterproofing Coating is a premium rubber, acrylic, high build coating for creating a monolithic barrier, enveloping shield in the construction of new buildings and remediation. It is for roofs, interior, exterior walls, basements, foundations, both above and below grade. Blue Max can be used as the principle, sole membrane and by itself as an air barrier. It is heavy duty, yet easily applied by brush, roller or sprayer.
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extent and sequencing of installation on the project. Do not proceed with installation until substrate and project conditions conform to requirements specified in this document. Identify any membranes, coatings, sealants, tapes and joint compounds by others which will come into contact with accessories, and verify compatibility through Ames Research Laboratories, Inc. All surfaces accepting and accessories shall be clean, dry, frost free and of sound condition.
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OSB, Plywood, Lumber, Pressure-Treated Wood Wood sheathing inspection carries the same protocol given for gypsum sheathing. Also, moisture content, measured with a wood moisture meter in the core of the substrate, shall be below 20%. Do not cover any wooden materials with Blue Max Liquid Applied and accessories if moisture content is 20% or above. In most cases, fire rated and pressure-treated wood must be kiln dried to accommodate the less than 20% moisture content requirement.
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Typical Physical and Performance Properties Appearance (cured)………….......…. Appearance (liquid……......………… Color………………………………............ Mold and Mildew resistance….… Solvent................................................. Vapor Permeability........................... Air Permeance .................................. Adhesion to DensGlas.................... Adhesion to CMU............................ Adhesion to Hardie Board............ Self-Seal ability..................................
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Sprayable, Roll-able & Brush-able Suggested Sprayer Specifications Hydraulic Pressure: > 900 psi (10.2 gpm) Displacement: > 3000 psi Max. Working Pressure: > 2 gpm (7.5 lpm) Maximum Working Pressure: > 4000 psi Delivery: > 2.0 gpm • Tip Size: >.027 - .040 Reversa tip. • 18” wide pattern @ 12” to 18” away • Hose size: 3/8” up to 150’ (> 150’ step-down to 1/4” hose) • • • • Limitations • Do not allow product in packaging to freeze. • Do not apply during rain.