Use and Care Manual

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Welcome to the SpreadStone

™

Mineral Select

™

Countertop Finishing Kit. The easiest and most

economical way to add a real stone ﬁ nish to

existing countertops and tables!

SURFACE PREPARATION

All surfaces must be clean, dry and in good repair.

Deep cracks or holes must be patched with a suitable material and made

ﬂ ush with the remaining surface. Patch material must dry completely before

proceeding. Use the following:

Laminate Wood Concrete

Drywall spackle Interior: Spackle

Exterior: wood ﬁ ller

Interior: Spackle

Exterior: cement patch

1) If applying to laminate, the surface must be thoroughly scuffed with the

enclosed “80 grit” sandpaper and then washed. This creates surface tooth

for better bond.

2) If applying to a wood tabletop or concrete, the surface must be free of

pre-existing coatings. 3) For tile countertops, apply two very thin coats of

ElastoLock

™

two hours apart as a bond enhancer. Allow ElastoLock

™

to dry

for 24 hours before proceeding. 4) Mask adjoining surfaces with painter’s

tape. 5) Cover nearby cabinetry and ﬂ oors with plastic sheets or other

suitable protection. 6) Depending on your preference, sink and faucet edges

can be carefully covered with painter’s tape where they meet the countertop

surface – or they can be loosened and lifted off during installation of the

countertop ﬁ nish.

Step 1: The Base Coat

The Base Coat is the ﬁ rst component of the

SpreadStone™ Countertop Finishing Kit. It adheres

well to laminate, wood, concrete and ElastoLock

™

MIXING

Prior to use, the Countertop Base Coat must be mixed thoroughly with a

stir stick.

APPLICATION

1) Use the small brush from the kit for tight areas as well as corners, along

edges, etc. Wash the brush immediately with soap and water after use

since you will be using it again. 2) Apply a thin, uniform Base Coat over

the remaining countertop or table surface with one of the enclosed rollers.

Wash the roller with soap and water to prepare for the second application.

3) Allow the Base Coat to dry for about 30 minutes (or until dry to the touch).

4) Perform a second application of Base Coat along countertop or table

edges and also spot-apply additional Base Coat to any areas which may

exhibit “show through” of the underlying surface. When complete, let the

surface dry for one to two hours before proceeding with application of the

Stone Coating. Wash the roller handle and tray with soap and water

to prepare for the next step.

COVERAGE

50 sq.ft. (4.6 m

) of smooth surface.

Step 2: The Stone Coat

The Stone Coating is the main component of the

SpreadStone

™

Mineral Select

™

Countertop Finishing

Kit. Its stone composition brings both strength and

visual appeal to the surface.

MIXING

Prior to use, the Countertop Stone Coating must be mixed thoroughly. If

using a stir stick, be sure to stir from the bottom up to disperse any settled

material at the bottom of the can. As an alternative, a paint-stirring drill

attachment can be used for fastest and easiest results.

APPLICATION

The surface must be clean, dry, in good repair and pre-coated with the

enclosed Base Coat. 1) Use the small brush from the kit to dab the Stone

Coating into corners, along edges and tight areas.

2) Saturate one of the enclosed rollers

in the deep portion of the paint tray. 3)

Apply the Countertop Stone Coating

over the entire countertop area in a

continual “X” pattern for the most

uniform dispersion of the coating’s

decorative elements. You will be

able to see the stone texture in the

mix as you roll it on. Push the stone

around on the surface using varying

roller pressure to achieve a uniformly

covered surface. 4) As you complete

an area, pass the roller over the

wet material a few times with

normal pressure to ﬂ atten any

excessive buildup. If it’s on a bit

too thick and a little lumpy, just

roll it out until the texture is ﬂ atter

and more uniform to get a uniform

result. 5) Wash the roller with soap

and water and let the ﬁ rst coat dry for

one to two hours. 6) Apply a second

coat in the same manner as the ﬁ rst. If

there are areas where you want more

decorative speckle, spot-apply with more material as you move along to

even out the appearance. **7) When the surface has dried thoroughly, sand

it with the enclosed sandpaper. Sand until the surface is as smooth as

you want it to be prior to application of the clear coat (clear coat is

not for ﬁ lling texture). ** Use a dust mask while sanding.**

HANDY TIP: an electric orbital sander is an excellent tool for making this

step easier.

COVERAGE (per one-quart container)

30 - 40 sq.ft. (2.8 - 3.7 m

) of countertop. Overall coverage after two coats of

Stone Coating is between 30 - 40 sq.ft. (2.8 - 3.7 m

Step 3: The Clear Coat

The Clear Coat is the last component of the

SpreadStone™ Countertop Finishing Kit. It adds an

attractive and durable semi-gloss stain resistant ﬁ nish

to the surface.

MIXING

Once the Stone Coating has cured for 24 hours, the enclosed clear coat

can be applied as directed. Prior to use, the Countertop Clear Coat must be

well stirred in a gentle manner to avoid addition of air bubbles. DO NOT

SHAKE.

SURFACE PREPARATION

The surface must be clean, dry and sanded to your desired level of

smoothness. Remove sanding dust with a vacuum or a careful sweep.

Surface should then be wiped down with a clean damp cloth to remove any

remaining ﬁ ne dust.

APPLICATION

1) Use the small brush from the kit for

tight areas as well as corners, along

edges, etc. Avoid pooling of the clear

coat during application. Wash the

brush immediately after use with soap

and water, since you will be using it

again. 2) Apply the Clear Coat over

the rest of the entire countertop or table surface with one of the enclosed

rollers. Roll gently over the surface until it is fully covered. Roll over the wet

clear coat a few times immediately after application and continue until the

entire surface is covered. DO NOT OVERWORK OR DISTURB the Clear Coat

with additional roller passes as it attempts to dry. This could add air bubbles

and roughen the ﬁ nish. Wash the roller with soap and water after use. 3)

Allow the Clear Coat to dry for about four hours. 4) Apply a second coat in

the same manner as the ﬁ rst and allow it to cure for 24 hours before use.

COVERAGE

50 sq.ft. (4.6 m

) of smooth surface area with two coats.

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PRECAUTIONS: Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Flood eyes repeatedly

with potable water for 15 minutes. Wash hands after handling. Do not

take internally. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Keep container closed.

Water–based product – dispose of unused material as prescribed by law.

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COMPLETION AND CLEANUP

1) After the Clear Coat has cured, all painter’s tape must be removed.

*All edges where the painter’s tape meets the surface finish

should be scored carefully with a utility knife to ensure clean,

damage-free removal. 2) To stop water intrusion beneath sinks and

other fixtures and the surface coating, a bead of clear caulking is

recommended along adjoining edges.

SURFACE CARE GUIDELINES

With your new countertop or tabletop finish installed, the following

guidelines should be followed to keep your surface in optimal

condition.

Resuming Use:

After application of the Clear Coat and the initial 24 hour cure, your new

countertop surface will be very durable. However, it will continue to cure and

harden over the next seven days to become even more wear and stain resistant.

Consequently,

lighter than normal use is recommended for the ﬁ rst seven

days.

Cutting foods:

Though your new countertop is durable,

cutting foods directly on the surface

is not recommended. A cutting board

should be used.

Hot Objects:

While your new countertop or table

ﬁ nish is heat resistant, prolonged

contact with extremely hot pans, etc.

may discolour or damage the surface. As

a sensible precaution, a trivet should be

used to protect your countertop’s good

condition.

Maintenance:

The easiest way to keep your countertop

or table in good condition is to keep it

clean. It should be wiped clean after use

with a damp cloth or common household

cleaner. Otherwise, your new surface is

basically maintenance-free.

For LIVE footage of the steps outlined here, please visit our website

at www.daichcoatings.com or call 1-866-463-2424.

Thank you – and enjoy your new stone countertop or table ﬁ nish!

** PLEASE NOTE: Rollers in the kit were previously

marked with identifying coloured stripes. All rollers are

now THE SAME and can be used for ANY STEP.

Installation Guide

MINERAL SELECT

™

Countertop Reﬁ nishing Kit