Installation Guide

ManualsBrandsLaHabra ManualsBuilding materialsAllegro II 4 oz. Liquid Color #AL17 Misty

COVERAGE:

Depending on the condition of the substrate, method

of application, amount of water used per bag and

number of applications. Approximate coverage when

two coats are applied is: 320-480 ft

. (30-45 sq.

.) per 12 lb. (5.4 kg.) bag.

DRYING TIME:

Approximately 1 hour depending upon temperature,

humidity and substrate. High humidity and low

temperatures extend drying time. Can be recoated

after drying.

CLEAN-UP:

Water soluble prior to drying. Clean tools and

containers with water prior to drying.

SURFACE PREPARATION:

n Surfaces must be clean, free of dirt and foreign

material.

n Remove surface contaminants such as form-

release agents or bond breakers dust or dirt

without damaging the substrate.

n NOT recommended for application over painted,

sealed, wood or metal surfaces.

n Ambient and surface temperatures must be 40ºF

(4.4ºC) or higher during application and for at

least 24 hours or until dry.

n For additional options, contact Parex USA

Technical Support.

MIXING:

n Read the entire label before using this product.

Use clean equipment for mixing and preparation.

While stirring with a drill at 400–500 rpm (rust free

mixing paddle), slowly add the Allegro II powder to

2-½ gallons of cool-clean potable water.

n Shake color well, dispersing the liquid pigment

before adding to the pail.

While stirring, add the selected Allegro II liquid

color to the pail. Make sure all of the color is added

by rinsing out the color vial with water (1/3 of the

vial’s volume) shake well, add it to the pail and mix

until a uniform consistency and color is obtained.

n Let the material sit for approximately 10 -15

minutes and remix to ensure the product and

color are well dispersed.

Allegro II Cement Coating

DESCRIPTION:

Allegro II Cement Coating provides a cost-effective,

durable and long-lasting colored coating that can be

applied to portland cement surfaces such as:

n Stucco

n Paint grade stucco

n Concrete block

n Concrete masonry unit (CMU)

n Precast concrete

ADVANTAGES:

n Can be applied over fresh stucco

n More economical than paint

n Fade resistant- Longer lasting than paint

n Won’t blister or peel like paint

n Vapor permeable- Allows surface to breathe

n No primer necessary

n Flat, non-gloss ﬁnish

n Available in all standard LaHabra and El Rey

colors

(custom colors available upon request)

USES:

n A decorative and protective coating for portland

cement based walls and ceilings

COMPOSITION:

n Binder Base: portland cement, hydrated lime and

proprietary ingredients

n Color: White or tinted to desired color

n VOC-Compliant

PROPERTIES:

n Flat, Non-Gloss Finish

n Water Vapor Permeable, does not create a vapor

barrier

CONTAINER:

Allegro II is available in 12 lb. (5.4 kg.) bags and liquid

pigment system.

STORAGE:

Store under cool, dry conditions-off the ground.

Properly stored Allegro II has a shelf life of one (1)

year from date of manufacture.

Summary of content (2 pages)

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Allegro II Cement Coating COVERAGE: Depending on the condition of the substrate, method of application, amount of water used per bag and number of applications. Approximate coverage when two coats are applied is: 320-480 ft2. (30-45 sq. m2.) per 12 lb. (5.4 kg.) bag. DRYING TIME: Approximately 1 hour depending upon temperature, humidity and substrate. High humidity and low temperatures extend drying time. Can be recoated after drying. CLEAN-UP: Water soluble prior to drying.
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NOTE: Water content will vary based on surface conditions and type of equipment used. Add additional water if or as required for the application and re-stir the material. The amount of water used should remain constant throughout the job to prevent color variations. If using a professional grade Airless or HVLP Gun sprayer, less water is required.