Installation Guide

Prior to commencing work, always
apply a small jobsite sample to check
color and texture.
n For interior drywall, prepare as for
painting. Minimum level 3 drywall finish.
n Parex USA recommends the use of
primers to enhance the appearance
and uniformity of the finish, improved
coverage, and decrease the chance of
efflorescence. This is especially true
when using dark colors or finishes
with a large aggregate. If specified,
prime with Parex USA Primer or
Variance VariPrime Sanded, refer to
Product Data Sheet
n For additional options, contact
Parex USA Technical Support.
MIXING:
n Use clean equipment for mixing and
preparation.
n
Stir to obtain a homogeneous
consistency using a heavy-duty 1/2-in.
(13mm) drill with a rust free paddle at
400–500 rpm. Avoid air entrainment.
n If not pre-tinted, add liquid color to
the pail of finish. Make sure all of
the color is added by rinsing out the
color vial with water (1/3 of the vial’s
volume) into the pail.
n Add the amount of water needed to
achieve finish texture. To avoid color
variations, add the same amount of
water to each pail of finish as up to
16 oz (0.5 L).
APPLICATION:
n Read the entire label before using
this product.
n Always maintain a wet edge and work
to corners or joints. For best color
consistency, use finish with the same
batch number within a wall section.
For more information, see Technical
Bulletin: “Boxing Acrylic Finishes”.
n Keep container closed when not in use.
n Use a clean stainless steel trowel
and apply a uniform coat the
thickness of the largest aggregate
size of the finish.
n Texturing Swirl Fine, Fine, Medium,
MaxTex and Coarse Finishes: Use a
clean plastic float or stainless steel
trowel. A plastic float will roll the
large aggregates more than a stainless
steel trowel. Continuously dry clean
the plastic float or steel trowel while
texturing. Use consistent pressure and
motion to achieve the desired texture.
n Texturing Smooth Finish:
- Optional: Level stucco brown coats with any
El Rey Insul-Bond Basecoat & Adhesive, Level
Coat, or other suitable, compatible product
and let dry prior to finish application.
- Smooth Finish cannot generally be
floated. Texture will be “as trowelled.”
- Smooth Finish can be trowelled smooth
to simulate the texture of limestone.
- For smoothest application, apply in
two tight coats. Allow first coat to dry
enough that it will not be disturbed
during application of the second coat.
When second coat is partially dry, trowel
to desired smoothness. Light, consistent
misting with water during smoothing will
increase smoothness. Variations in color
tint and smoothness should be expected.
n Spray application: To achieve consistent
texture, spray application must use
consistent motion, pressure, distance and
spray angle. A job-site mock up for spray
application is advised.
LIMITATIONS:
n
Ambient and surface temperature must be
40°F (4.4°C) or higher during application and
drying time. Provide supplemental heat and
protection from precipitation as needed.
n Use only on surfaces that are sound,
clean, dry, unpainted, and free from any
residue that might affect the ability of
the finish to bond to the surface.
n Application in direct sunlight in hot weather
may adversely affect aesthetics.
n Parex USA is not responsible for color
correctness after finish has been applied.
WARNING
n Read complete Warning information
printed on product container prior to use.
For medical emergency information, call
1-800-424-9300.
n For more information on handling this
product refer to its Safety Data Sheet
(SDS). The most current SDS and Product
Data Sheet (PDS) can be found on our
website.
n
This Product Data Sheet has been prepared
in good faith on the basis of information
available at the time of publication. It is
intended to provide users with information
about the guidelines for the proper use
and application of the covered product(s)
under normal environmental and working
conditions. Because each project is different,
Parex USA, Inc. cannot be responsible for
the consequences of variations in such
conditions, or for unforeseen conditions.
COVERAGE:
Depending on the condition of the
substrate and method of application,
approximate coverages per pail are:
Smooth
Aggregate size: 0.25mm
130–140 ft
2
(12.1-13 m
2
)
Fine
Aggregate size: 0.5mm
130–140 ft
2
(12.1-13 m
2
)
Medium
Aggregate size: 1.0mm
120–130 ft
2
(11.1–12 m
2
)
Coarse
Aggregate size: 1.5mm
80–100 ft
2
(7.4–9.3 m
2
)
Swirl Fine
Aggregate size: 1.5mm
100–120 ft
2
(9.3–11.1 m
2
)
MaxTex
Aggregate size: 1.25mm
110-120 ft
2
(10.2-11.1 m
2
)
Coverage varies due to texture.
CONTAINER:
60 lb (27.2 kg) net weight in plastic pails.
n Storage: Protect from direct sunlight
and freezing at all times.
n Do not stack pails more than 3 pails high
n Shelf life: Reference Parex USA
Expiration Date of Products Technical
Bulletin.
SURFACE PREPARATION:
n
Remove surface contaminants such as dust
or dirt without damaging the substrate.
n For previously painted surfaces, all
loose and chalking paint must be
removed, and glossy surfaces dulled.
n Portland Cement Plaster must be
clean and cured a minimum of 7 days
or in accordance with El Rey Fastwall
Specifications.
n New concrete and masonry must be clean
and cured a minimum of 28 days.
n Check concrete surfaces for alkalinity
and treat. Any form-release agents or
bond breakers must be removed.
n Uneven concrete or masonry can
be leveled with a El Rey Insul-Bond
Basecoat & Adhesive, Parex USA
Stucco Level Coat, or other suitable,
compatible product.
n It is recommended that El Rey Perma-
Flex 400 Surface Conditioner be applied
to all portland cement-based substrates
before applying acrylic stucco finish.
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