Use and Care Manual

Welcome to the SpreadStone™ Decorative Concrete Resurfacing Kit.
The easiest and most economical way to add a new stone finish right
over top of your existing concrete.
PART 1: SURFACE PREPARATION
For long term satisfaction, surface preparation is the most
important part of the job. The surface needs to be clean, dry and
in stable condition for best adhesion of your new stone surface.
New concrete must cure 30 days before coating. The surface must be
clean and dry, free from dirt, dust, surface flaking, oils, peeling paint
and other contaminates. Very smooth, new or efflorescent surfaces
should be etched to open surface pores and add profile.
Exterior: 1) Pressure wash the concrete for most
effective cleaning. 2) Alternatively, scrub the surface
with Daich Concrete Cleaner / Etcher for superior
cleaning performance and best penetration. Rinse
thoroughly with a pressure washer (best) or hose. Allow
concrete to dry until the following day.
Garage Floors: 1) Pressure wash the floor for best results. 2) If the
surface is very smooth or efflorescent, scrub with Daich Concrete
Cleaner / Etcher to open the pores and add surface profile for best
adhesion. 3) Alternatively, a 2-parts water/1-part muriatic acid solution
can be used for effective etching (follow muriatic manufacturer
container directions for safe mixing). 4) Rinse gently with a hose and
then pressure washer to remove all etching residue.
Interior Floors: 1) Scrub or mop with a TSP (trisodium phosphate) and
water solution and rinse thoroughly. 2) Alternatively, for best cleaning
— or if the floor is very smooth — use Daich Concrete Cleaner /
Etcher to clean and add bonding profile. 3) Rinse well or mop with
clear water. Remove all water with good drainage or wet-vac. Allow
to dry until the next day. 4) If the floor is painted and the paint is firmly
adhered, scuff the surface well with 150-grit sandpaper to add bonding
tooth, wash the floor and allow it to dry completely.
PROTECTIVE MASKING
Protect adjoining surfaces (walls, fixtures, etc.) that need to be
protected prior to coating application. 1) From the floor, mask the first
2 - 3 feet of wall around the perimeter of the installation area with old
newspaper or plastic drop sheets. 2) Mask railings near the installation
area as well.
Part 2: Stone Primer Coat
The Stone Primer Coat locks into the
concrete for optimal adhesion prior to
coating steps that follow. If creating
a patterned flagstone or tile effect on
your project with enclosed grout line
tape – or available DAICH SpreadStone™ Stencil Kits – the
primer also acts as the exposed “grout line” in your finish.
Typical Dry Time: 30 minutes (indoors: 1 – 3 hours)
APPLICATION:
For exterior surfaces and garage floors with good airflow, primer can
be applied after washing, when the surface is visibly dry with no
damp areas. For interior concrete floors, the surface should be
allowed to dry until the following day before application. Use
of a fan may assist drying concrete. 1) In dry conditions, 50ºF (10ºC) or
above, use a 3/8” or 1/2” roller to apply a thin uniform coat of primer
onto the surface. Stone Primer dries in 30 to 60 minutes outdoors
(longer in damp, humid or cool conditions, or interior floors where there
is less air circulation. 2) When Primer has dried enough to support foot
traffic, application of the Stone Base Coat may begin immediately
if a seamless SpreadStone finish is being installed.
Stencil Patterns: If installing a patterned (tile, flagstone, etc.)
SpreadStone finish with a stencil, Primer should be allowed to
cure fully until the following day before laying down stencils
and proceeding with the Stone Base Coat. 1) Lay stencils as desired,
ensuring they are uniformly pressed down to guard against bleed of
subsequent coatings beneath the stencil as they’re applied over top.
PART 3: The Stone Coatings
This is the portion of the project where the
decorative part happens — application of
the stone coatings. In this phase, you will
apply a base coat and two decorative stone
accent coats. These coatings dry very
fast, so you can usually complete application in an afternoon.
THE STONE BASE COAT
The Stone Base Coat is the foundation of your SpreadStone
Concrete Resurfacing project. It imparts strength, decorative
texture and the primary color in your SpreadStone finish.
Apply the Stone Base Coat over the entire primed surface for a
seamless effect – or over top of Daich SpreadStone
™
Stencils
for beautiful tile or stone patterns.
Typical Dry Time: 60 minutes (indoors: 1 – 3 hours)
APPLICATION
1) Stir Stone Base Coat with a mixing stick or drill mix attachment and
pour the contents into a paint tray. 2) Cut in edges of the installation
area with a paint brush. 3) For most surfaces, including exterior
concrete and garage floors, load a 1/2” (15mm) nap paint roller
generously with material and roll down a thin uniform coat over the
surface with a maximum 1/16” wet thickness. This will ensure correct
coverage and also guard against excessive thickness and possible
unsightly shrinkage cracking when the when the material dries. 4) After
covering a 4ft x 4ft area, roll a few times over the wet material to leave
a uniform slip-resistant texture that’s great for outdoor walking
surfaces like pool decks, patios, steps — and garage floors.
Repeat this process until the surface is covered.
Interior Concrete Floors: 1) For
applications of the SpreadStone finish on
interior floors, roll the Stone Base Coat
down more smoothly using a 3/8” (10mm)
roller. A softly textured Stone Base Coat
will encourage smoother application of the Stone Accent colors that
follow – for an easy-to-clean interior floor similar to ceramic tile.
THE STONE ACCENT COAT
Your kit contains two colors of Stone Accent, applied one after
the other. Stone Accent adds more strength and colored stone
textures to complete the decorative effect. Their colors have
been pre-determined to work together to create your chosen
finish.
Typical Dry Time: 20 minutes (indoors: 30 - 60 minutes)
APPLICATION: The Stone Accent is
applied using the enclosed DAICH Texture
Roller. 1) Wet the roller with water before
use and squeeze out ALL excess liquid (it
should not drip). Wrap a cloth tightly around
it to remove any remaining excess water. 2)
Load the roller moderately, ensuring that most of the fabric and leather
are coated with material – then roll out all excess material in
the flat part of the paint tray. This will ensure you maintain control
during application. 3) Start by rolling down the Accent using very light
pressure and only pulling toward you (not in a push/pull motion) moving
along in a simple repetitive “X” pattern. The roller and overlapping “X”
pattern application will blend the material together and lay the stone
onto the surface. 4) Once most of the loose wet material has been
deposited onto the surface – and there is no danger of overly heavy
application – you can roll back and forth normally with increased roller
pressure in random directions over the area you just applied. This will
further mix and flatten the stone onto the surface for a more blended,
natural stone or tile appearance. No creative skill is required for
this step. The roller and material will create the finish for you.
Repeat until complete. 5) For smaller, less accessible areas, dab Stone
Accent onto the surface with a sea sponge. 6) When the applied
Accent Coat is dry, you may proceed with the next accent color in
exactly the same way. 7) When all accent colors have been applied,
stone application is complete. Let it cure for 24 hours (longer in
damp, humid, or cool conditions) before proceeding with application
of Stone Clear Coat.
**NOTE: Rinse out the texture roller between coats of the Stone
Accent. Remove excess water, as previously, before continuing. Wash
the roller with soap and water upon completion to preserve it for
future use.
Part 3: The Stone Clear Coat Sealer
The Clear Coat completes the look of your new stone finish and
also adds a protective, water and chemical resistant sheen that
will keep it performing its best.
Typical Dry Time: 30 minutes (indoors: 1 - 2 hours)
APPLICATION: After your SpreadStone
finish has cured for 24 hours (longer in
damp or cool conditions), you can proceed
with Clear Coat application. 1) Sweep or
wipe away any dirt or foreign objects on
your SpreadStone Concrete finish (leaves, bird droppings, etc.). 2)
In dry conditions with application temperature 50ºF (10ºC) or above,
apply two uniform coats four to six hours apart (longer in damp,
humid or cool conditions, or where there is little air circulation, like a
basement), using a medium pile roller. 3) Do not step on the surface
while it is tacky. Allow curing and discourage normal foot traffic until
24 hours after final application. 4) Allow 3 - 4 days cure time after
Clear Coat application before driving or parking on the surface.
For live video demonstration of all application steps discussed here,
view the enclosed instructional DVD or online on the SpreadStone
Concrete Kit page at www.daichcoatings.com.
Caring For Your New Spreadstone™ Concrete Surface...
Your new SpreadStone Concrete finish is designed to deliver
a lasting functional surface. Please follow these simple care
guidelines.
1) Reseal the surface every two to three years with DAICH
DaiHard
®
Garage and Driveway Sealer or Daich Ultra Hi-Build
Sealer for non-automotive surfaces.
2) Mop up automotive chemicals and oil spills.
3) Keep surfaces clear of debris.
4) When shoveling snow, use a plastic shovel.
Your new Spreadstone Concrete Finish – when applied to a clean
and correctly prepared surface – will deliver years of worry-free high
performance service. A little simple care from you will do the rest.
The Daich Coatings Team is here to assist you. Please
remember to contact us whenever you may have a question or
concern and we will be happy to respond. Call our Customer
Support Department at 1 [phone] or email us anytime at
[e-mail].
Installation Guide
Note: For heavy-duty performance and easiest cleanability on
garage and high traffic interior concrete floors, application of
“DAICH Epoxy Clear Coat” is recommended.