Use and Care Manual

Warning: If you scrape, sand or remove old paint, you may release lead dust.
LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS, SUCH
AS BRAIN DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD
ALSO AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSHI-approved respirator to control lead
exposure. Clean up carefully with a HEPA vacuum and a wet mop. Before you start,
find out how to protect yourself and your family by contacting the National Lead
Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD or log on to www.epa.gov/lead.
CA Prop 65: This product may contain chemical(s) known to the state of
California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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Ames Research Laboratories, Inc.
1891 16th St. SE Salem, OR 97302
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Ames‘
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Block & Wall
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Liquid Rubber is a trademark of Ames Research
Laboratories, Inc. Illustrations copyright © 2009-2018 Ames Research
Laboratories, Inc. All illustrations and diagrams are property of Ames
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The following instructions are some suggested methods of application that
may work for you on your waterproofing project. See our website at
www.amesresearch.com for the latest architectural specifications and
information on Ames’ products.
Concrete Walls & Foundations
(1) The surface must be clean, dry, and free of loose material. Fill all joints
or cracks wider than 1/8 inch with Blue Max Trowel Grade filler.
(2) It is important to seam tape all joints and cracks to avoid future
cracking and leaking. Seam tape flashing to wood; wood to wood;
concrete to wood; metal to wood; brick to wood; etc.
(3) Block & Wall Liquid Rubber may be brushed, rolled or sprayed. We
recommend two gallons per 100 square foot for walls. The application
must be applied in a continuous, unbroken seal of a minimum dry
thickness of no less than 30 mils (the thickness of a dime).
Cisterns & Water Tanks
Block & Wall Liquid Rubber makes an excellent sealant for cistern
waterproofing. Block & Wall Liquid Rubber is non-toxic, low VOC, and
environmentally friendly.
(1) The surface must be clean, dry, and free of loose material. Fill all joints
or cracks wider than 1/8 inch with Blue Max Trowel Grade filler.
(2) It is important to seam tape all joints and cracks to avoid future cracking
and leaking.
(3) Block & Wall Liquid Rubber may be brushed, rolled or sprayed. Apply
three to four gallons per 100 sq. ft. in a continuous unbroken film with a
minimum of no less than 30 mils (the thickness of a dime).
Plywood, Underlayment, OSB Siding & Roofs
Use Ames‘ Block & Wall Liquid Rubber as a vapor barrier on plywood,
underlayment or O.S.B. siding. Ames’ Block & Wall Liquid Rubber
penetrates and seals wood to a watertight condition. Seam Tape all joints
and seams and coat with two gallons per 100 square feet of Ames‘ Block &
Wall Liquid Rubber.
Sprayer Instructions and Thinning
Thin with water up to 10% or as needed for spraying. Use a .030 reversa tip
with a commercial sprayer. We recommend a 3/8 inch hose for commercial
applications. Apply by brush, roller, or texture sprayer for smaller
applications.
Weather & Drying Guidelines
Ames’ Block & Wall Liquid Rubber is best applied between 50° to 90°F (10°
to 32°C) on warm dry surfaces. Check the weather and remember the rules:
Apply when the streets are dry, the sun is in the sky, and no inclement
weather is forecast for at least 48 hours. It is recommended to allow at least
24 hours of drying in between coats.
Important: For exterior applications, check your local weather forecast and
follow our Ames’ Weather Rule: Apply when the streets are dry, the sun is in
the sky, the surface is warm to the touch, and no inclement weather is
forecast for 24 hours. Consult your local weather forecast. The best work
window during winter months is usually between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm with
a forecast of clear weather for the following day. Low temperatures, high
humidity, evening and morning dew will require increased drying/curing
time.
When topcoating Block & Wall Liquid Rubber, keep in mind that white or
light colored coatings will reflect nearly all solar rays and dry at a much
slower rate than dark colored coatings. If you live in the northern
hemisphere, the best time to apply white products is in the summer months
when there is plenty of sunlight. In contrast, darker coatings absorb more
sunlight and dry more quickly. During the winter, Blue Max dries faster with
sun contact and may be substituted for Block & Wall Liquid Rubber.
Application Tools: You may need one or more of the following:
With a commercial sprayer, use a .030 reversa tip. We recommend a 3/8 inch
hose.
Clean-Up & Disposal
Clean tools and small spills with water. Store unused
product in its original can, tightly sealed and
protected from freezing. Dispose of this product in
accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
Estimated Coverage
100 sq. ft. per 1 gallon, per coat (est. 10 mil). More
than one coat is recommended. More coats equal
longer life. Rough surfaces will require additional
product and drying time. Average application rate
is two gallons per 100 sq. ft., or 20 gallons per 1,000
sq. ft, or 2 coats.
FIRST AID/CAUTION
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Give
milk or water and seek medical attention immediately. In case of contact
with eyes, flush thoroughly with water and call a doctor or poison control
center. This product contains a unique combination of water-based acrylic
copolymers. Call 911 for Poison Control Center. Repeated or prolonged
contact with skin may produce irritation or sensitivity. Use gloves. Water
cleanup
What is Ames’
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Block & Wall
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Liquid Rubber?
Ames‘
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Block & Wall
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Liquid Rubber is a specially formulated blend of
adhesive, high strength elastomeric, liquid rubber for waterproofing and
waterproofing concrete walls. It is formulated for waterproofing in extreme
situations, such as below-grade foundations and basement walls. It is high
in solids and dries to a nearly impenetrable tough elastic membrane that is
up to 800% elastic to resist cracking and peeling. Ames’ Block & Wall Liquid
Rubber is impervious to water when applied in a uniform and seamless
fashion with adequate thickness. It flows into cracks and crevices as a liquid;
and sets up as a durable rubber to seal leaks wherever they occur.
Ames’ Block & Wall Liquid Rubber is an excellent coating for ICF (insulated
concrete forms); metals, woods, concretes, and many other applications.
The adhesive qualities in Ames’ Block & Wall Liquid Rubber will help glue
surfaces together to strengthen wall construction. Ames’ Block & Wall
Liquid Rubber out-performs isocyanate urethanes. It has a slight tack when
dry. It is moderately UV sensitive and should be top coated using Ames’
Paint & Prime
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if applied above-grade or on external surfaces. On
below-grade walls, use plastic sheeting for further protection of the
coating. Block & Wall Liquid Rubber is water impervious up to .016 perms
(resistance.)
This coating contains no petroleum, is non-toxic, low odor, and environ-
mentally friendly. It can be used as a potable water coating. Ames’ Block &
Wall Liquid Rubber is easy to apply, simply brush or roll on.
How to Do-It-Yourself In Three Easy Steps
All specifications are suggestions only.
1. Clean and Prepare the Surface
Be sure that surfaces are clean and dry before the coating application.
Power wash thoroughly, if needed. Brush, trowel, or caulk all cracks greater
than 1/8” wide with Blue Max
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Trowel Grade coating and filler. Always run
a test patch first in an inconspicuous area. This is to ensure that there is
proper adhesion and drying, and that the product performs to your
satisfaction. Check our website at www.amesresearch.com for the latest
updates before proceeding with the application.
2. Seam Tape & Prime the Surface
Surfaces with joints, cracks or where two unlike surfaces come together
may require Ames® Peel & Stick™ Seam Tape to provide additional
strength and reinforcement. Prime all surfaces generously with Block &
Wall Liquid Rubber prior to setting the Seam Tape in place (See Seam Tape
label for instructions). Apply a liberal topcoat of Block & Wall Liquid Rubber
or Blue Max over the Seam Tape and allow to cure.
Seam Tape Application Instructions
3. Just Paint or Spray It On
Apply Block & Wall Liquid Rubber to the surface. For a complete
application, we recommend a minimum of two gallons per 100 square feet
for walls. Block & Wall Liquid Rubber is slightly tacky and may be topcoated
on basement walls with Paint & Prime or Maximum-Stretch.
Protect From Freezing
Store Above 50° F
Tintable White
Tintable White
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Waterproofs & Seals Basements, Block Walls, Farm Silos,
Foundations, Metal, Urethane Foam, Underlayment and OSB
Waterproofs & Seals Basements, Block Walls, Farm Silos,
Foundations, Metal, Urethane Foam, Underlayment and OSB
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4.6 Gallons (17.5 Liters)
[This product is tintable up to 5 gallons]
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Tintable White
BWRF5
SPECIFIC HAZARD
FLAMMABILITY
REACTIVITY
HMIS
HEALTH HAZARD
0
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1
3. Press seam tape
firmly into place.
2. Peel off backing
from the seam tape.
1. Line up the seam
tape with the seam.
• Fills Cracks & Crevices
• Adhesive/Strengthens
• Petroleum Free
• Thick, Yet Easy to Apply
• It Stretches
• Not Flamable
• Environmentally Friendly
• Water Cleanup
• Fills Cracks & Crevices
• Adhesive/Strengthens
• Petroleum Free
• Thick, Yet Easy to Apply
• It Stretches
• Not Flamable
• Environmentally Friendly
• Water Cleanup
400 gallon water tank built
without mortar using only the
coating to hold the tank
together.
400 gallon water tank built
without mortar using only the
coating to hold the tank
together.
3”-4” wide
Paint Brush
Roller and
Handle
Texture Sprayer
Ames
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Peel & Stick™ Seam Tape
Commercial Airless Sprayer
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Water Clean-Up
1 GAL = 100 SQ. FT.
10’
10’