Use and Care Manual

Welcome to the SpreadStone
™
Mineral Select
™
Countertop Finishing Kit. The easiest and most
economical way to add a real stone finish 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
flush with the remaining surface. Patch material must dry completely before
proceeding. Use the following:
Laminate Wood Concrete
Drywall spackle Interior: Spackle
Exterior: wood filler
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 floors 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 finish.
Step 1: The Base Coat
The Base Coat is the first 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
2
) 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 flatten any
excessive buildup. If it’s on a bit
too thick and a little lumpy, just
roll it out until the texture is flatter
and more uniform to get a uniform
result. 5) Wash the roller with soap
and water and let the first coat dry for
one to two hours. 6) Apply a second
coat in the same manner as the first.
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)
While the material is still wet,
you can use the optional enclosed
smoothing tool to compress
and flatten the stone texture across larger flat areas of the
countertop (this makes sanding/polishing the stone surfaace easier
afterward). Draw the smoother across the surface a few times at
a shallow angle (almost flat with the surface). 8) 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 filling texture). HANDY TIP: an electric
orbital sander is an excellent tool for making this step easier. ** Wear the
enclosed dust mask while sanding.**
COVERAGE (per one-quart container)
30 - 40 sq.ft. (2.8 - 3.7 m
2
) of countertop. Overall coverage after two coats of
Stone Coating is between 30 - 40 sq.ft. (2.8 - 3.7 m
2
).
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 finish
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 fine 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 finish. 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 first
and allow it to cure for 24 hours before use.
COVERAGE
50 sq.ft. (4.6 m
2
) 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 first 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
finish 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, view the enclosed
instructional DVD. For more information please visit www.
daichcoatings.com or call 1-866-463-2424. Thank you – and enjoy
your new stone countertop or table finish!
** 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 Refinishing Kit