Use and Care Manual

TECHNICAL DATA ESH-08
EPOXYSHIELD
®®
BASEMENT FLOOR COATING
Form: GDH-645
Rev.: 111416
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DESCRIPTION AND USES .
EpoxyShield
®
Basement Floor Coating is a two
component, water-based epoxy designed for finishing
concrete basement floors that are in good sound condition
and are free of curing agents and sealers. EpoxyShield
Basement Floor Coating will provide resistance to staining
and wear. It is not intended for use on unsound previous
coatings or floors that have a moisture problem.
.PRODUCTS .
SKU Description
203007 Gray Satin
203008 Tan Satin
225446 Tint Base
.PACKAGING .
Floor Coating comes as a kit
Part B Base 104 fl. oz. (3.08 liters)
Part A Activator 16 fl. oz. (0.47 liters)
Decorative chips – Additional chips in various color
combinations can be purchased separately
.PRODUCT APPLICATION .
SURFACE PREPARATION
Allow new concrete to cure for a minimum of 28 days.
Sweep away all loose dirt and debris. Remove any oil
spots, grease or spills and wash the floor with a suitable
detergent or degreasing solution and rinse. Then wash the
floor using EpoxyShield
®
Heavy-Duty Degreaser (sold
separately) or an all purpose household cleaner. Allow the
surface to completely dry before coating.
PREVIOUSLY COATED FLOORS
Make sure the floor is clean and dry. Use a wire brush to
remove any loose or peeling paint or stain. If floor is
sealed, the sealer will have to be removed by grinding or
shot blasting. To ensure proper adhesion, scuff sand the
entire surface.
WARNING! If you scrape, sand or remove old paint, you
may release lead dust. LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO
LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS SUCH AS
BRAIN DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN.
PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID
EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH-approved respirator to
control lead exposure. Clean up carefully with a HEPA
vacuum and a wet mop. Before you start, find out how to
protect yourself and your family by contacting the National
Lead Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD or log on to
www.epa.gov/lead.
.PRODUCT APPLICATION (cont.) .
MIXING
Premix both components (Parts A and B) thoroughly to
ensure any settled pigment is re-dispersed before adding
the activator (Part A) to the base (Part B). It is critical to add
all of Part A to Part B and mix for 3 minutes. Do not mix the
color chips in with the coating. Allow the coating to stand 15
minutes before using. Mix again just prior to application.
The activated coating must be used within 16 hours after
mixing.
APPLICATION
Apply only when air, material, and surface temperatures
are between 60-85°F (15-29°C) and the surface
temperature is at least 5°F (3°C) above the dew point. The
relative humidity should not be greater than 85%. After
allowing for the induction period, cut in the perimeter of the
floor along the wall, or other areas where a roller cannot
reach, using a brush or edger before beginning roller
application. Use a synthetic ½" nap roller cover on a 9"
roller frame to apply an even coat of EpoxyShield
Basement Floor Coating onto the surface. Limit the
application to 4x4 foot (1.2x1.2m) sections at a time to
make it easier to distribute the colored chips onto the
freshly coated surface. Scatter the decorative chips up
and away from you so they land flat on the wet paint, then
continue on to the next section. Note: Fresh paint can be
applied over the loose chips lying outside the previously
painted area. Maintain a wet edge to prevent lap marks
and gloss differences. Only one coat is necessary under
most circumstances. Any activated material must be used
within 16 hours of initial mixing.
CLEAN-UP
Wash tools and equipment with warm water and a mild
detergent immediately after use. To remove dried product
use lacquer thinner. Clean up drips or spatters
IMMEDIATELY with water as dried paint is very difficult to
remove. Properly dispose of all roller covers and soiled
rags.