Use and Care Manual

TECHNICAL DATA
MARINE COATINGS TOPSIDE PAINT
Form: GDH-162
Rev.: 120617
2
PRODUCT APPLICATION (cont.) .
APPLICATION
Apply when air (ambient) temperature is between 50-90°F
(10-32°C) and the relative humidity is below 85%. Do not
apply on extremely humid days (90% humidity or above)
or when rain is threatening. Do not apply in the late
afternoon when working outdoors as the wet film may be
adversely affected by dew. When working in cooler
temperatures, be sure the air and surface temperatures
will remain at or above 50°F for at least 8 hours after
application.
Mix thoroughly to ensure any settled pigment is re-
dispersed before use. Apply with a high quality brush,
roller, conventional or airless spray. For brush or roller
application, apply full strength. In hot weather, thin with
5% mineral spirits to maintain a wet edge. For best results
on large, smooth surfaces, apply using a short nap or
foam roller cover followed immediately by leveling off with
the tip of a brush. If using conventional spray application,
thin 10-15% with xylene and apply one thin, even coat.
Allow to dry overnight, lightly sand with #220 grit
sandpaper, wipe with a tack cloth and apply a second
coat. Applying two or more coats in one day or applying
excessive film thickness (greater than 4 mils) will lead to
insufficient drying of the paint and will yield soft paint films.
For airless spray application, no thinning is required. Apply
using 1,600-2,400 psi with a 0.013-0.017 inch tip.
NON-SLIP DECKS – To provide a safe, slip-resistant
texture on decks, add one container of Marine Coatings
Anti-Slip Additive to the mixed Topside Paint. Stir the
mixture thoroughly to ensure compound is dispersed and
remains in suspension. A minimum of two coats are
recommended. No sanding is required between coats.
Allow to dry 24 hours for light use and 3 days for full use. If
preferred, apply a coat of Topside Paint without Anti-Slip
additive to all areas requiring a non-skid surface, then
sprinkle or broadcast the Anti-Slip Additive into the wet
Topside Paint. After drying overnight, carefully brush off all
loose Anti-Slip Additive and apply another thin, even coat
of Topside Paint to the surface. For decks that have a pre-
molded, non-skid embossment, wash the surface with a
dewaxer. Abrade the area thoroughly with bronze wool
and solvent clean to remove residue. Apply tow coats of
Topside Paint, adding Anti-Slip Additive to the mixture if
an improved non-slip texture is desired.
PRODUCT APPLICATION (cont.) .
DRY & RECOAT
Dry and recoat times are based on 70°F and 50% relative
humidity. Allow more time at cooler temperatures. Dries to
the touch in 1-2 hours, to handle in 4-6, and can be
recoated in 24 hours.
CLEAN-UP
Clean up application tools and equipment with mineral
spirits.