Colored Quartz Epoxy Floor System

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HOW TO PREPARE SURFACE FOR FLOOR POXY WATER BASED COLOR QUARTZ EPOXY SYSTEM?

Inspection

• Surface must be structurally sound, dry and free of oil, grease, curing agents, dirt, dust or other foreign material that may prevent proper adhesion. Surface must be porous and profiled (See Preparation section.) The concrete should be at least 2500 psi and feel like 30-grit sandpaper. The concrete should be porous and be able to absorb water. A minimum of 28 days cured is required on all concrete. Relative humidity in the concrete floor slab should be below 80% (per ASTM F-2170).
• Before starting flooring work, test existing concrete slab to make sure there is no efflorescence, moisture and/or high levels of alkalinity.
• Calcium chloride tests should be conducted to determine if the concrete is sufficiently dry for an epoxy flooring installation in accordance with the latest edition of ASTM F 1869, Standard Test Method for Measuring Vapor Emission Rate of Concrete Subfloor Using Anhydrous Calcium Chloride.
• Failing to adhere to these strict guidelines can result in product delamination, discoloration, blistering, or all together failure of the coating system. Testing is the responsibility of the applicator. Life Paint bears no responsibility for failures due to any of the above conditions.

Surface Preparation

Cleaning

Clean surface entirely with TSP and rinse completely with water several times. Remove mildew or algae using 50/50 blend of household bleach and water. (Do not allow bleach to come into contact with acid). Read bleach instructions and warnings carefully before using. Rinse thoroughly.

Crack Preparation

Use a concrete diamond blade to cut out all cracks and joints to 1/4 inch width and 1/4 inch depth. Clean joints thoroughly and remove all concrete dust and debris.

Etching

• Clean surface entirely with TSP and rinse completely with water several times. Remove mildew or algae using 50/50 blend of household bleach and water. (Do not allow bleach to come into contact with acid). Read bleach instructions and warnings carefully before using. Rinse thoroughly. The surface must be porous enough to allow the product to soak in. Surface should feel like 30 grit sandpaper.
• Prepare surface by either shotblasting, grinding, Liquid Grind ^TM (approved liquid etch) or, if a previous coating is currently installed, sanding. Prepare concrete profile equal to CSP 2-3 as specified by ICRI (International Concrete Repair Institute. When using a mechanical method, be sure not to be too aggressive leaving behind grind marks or grinding it to a smooth surface.

HOW TO INSTALL FLOOR POXY  WATER BASED COLOR QUARTZ EPOXY SYSTEM?

Crack Fill/Patching Installation

Using LD7200 Crack Patch, mix paste by equal volume 1:1. LD7200 is mixed thoroughly when combined product is completely gray. Apply to crack, joint, or spalled area using a putty knife or trowel, completely filling the space, scraping off extra LD7200 to leave a uniform, level finish. When dry, sand or grind smooth if overfilled. Surface will be ready to prime in 4-6 hours.

Note

• When working with epoxies, subsequent coats, or recoats, must be completed before 48 hours after the previous application. If not, sanding of the cured application is recommended to ensure subsequent coat adhesion.

First Coat

In a clean, dry bucket, mix three parts A with one part B of 25-96 epoxy together by volume and combine for 2 minutes. Combine using an agitator, jiffy mixer or stir stick. Only prepare the amount you can use in 4 hours or less. The 25-96 is ready to be applied by brush, roller, or squeegee. If using a squeegee, be sure to back roll for uniform coverage. Coverage should be approximately 250-300 sq. ft. per gallon. Immediately following, broadcast colored quartz to refusal, 1 pound per 3 square feet, into the wet coat of 25-96. (Wear spiked shoes to walk around the floor.) Allow this application to cure a minimum of 4 hours (depending on temperature & humidity) before starting the next application.

Second Coat

In a clean, dry bucket, mix three parts A with one part B of 25-96 epoxy together by volume and combine for 2 minutes. Combine using an agitator, jiffy mixer or stir stick. Only prepare the amount you can use in 4 hours or less. The 25-96 is ready to be applied by brush or roller. Coverage should be approximately 200 sq. ft. per gallon. Immediately following, broadcast colored quartz to refusal, 1 pound per 3 square feet, into the wet coat of 25-96. (Wear spiked shoes to walk around the floor.) Allow this application to cure a minimum of 4 hours (depending on temperature & humidity) before starting the next application.

Top Coat

In a clean, dry bucket, mix three parts A with one part B of 25-96 epoxy together by volume and combine for 2 minutes. Combine using an agitator, jiffy mixer or stir stick. Only prepare the amount you can use in 4 hours or less. The 25-96 is ready to be applied by brush or roller. Coverage should be approximately 200 sq. ft. per gallon.

Optional Materials

Additional Top Coats– These can be used in replacement of the 25-96 top coat if desired.

• 2110 Clear water based urethane. Adds excellent chemical resistance, UV resistance, mar resistance, protection to the final color coat. Available in gloss (2110) or satin (2112).
• LD2003 CRU Chemical Resistant Urethane. Adds superior chemical resistance, abrasion tolerance, scratch resistance, UV protection and damage protection to the final color coat. Available in gloss (LD2003) or satin (LD2004).
• LD2009 Polyurea. Adds chemical and abrasion resistance, protects final color coat from damage and UV resistance. Available in a 2 hour (LD2009), 4 hour (LD9750), or 12 hour (9790) dry time.

Note : Please refer to individual product technical sheets for more detailed product information on all products within this specification.

Clean Up

Uncured material can be removed with soap and water. Cured material can only be removed mechanically.

Limitations

• Temperature/Weather: Do not install if the temperature is below 55 degrees.
• Water will ruin uncured products. If inclement weather threatens, cover area to protect new application.
• Do not allow any product to FREEZE while in container.

MAINTENANCE + HEALTH ADVISORIES FOR FLOOR POXY WATER BASED COLOR QUARTZ EPOXY SYSTEM?

Maintenance

Floors should be inspected during use for inconsequential damage and wear. Damage areas should be remediated as soon as possible to prevent further damage to the area(s). To repair, remove any loose coating and refer to this specification; repeat process in affected area.

Clean daily using a dry soft bristled broom, dry mop, or wet mop with a floor/tile cleaner, to retain the epoxy looking new.

Health, Protection and Safety

Refer to individual product container labels, individual product technical data sheets, and SDS for health, protection, and safety precautions.

Warranty

When the warranted product is applied in accordance with this specification guide, label instructions and common sense widely accepted painting practice and procedures, Life Paint will warrant said product against manufacturing defects that might cause premature failure such as blistering, peeling, or unusual wear. Directions are as complete as possible but cannot encompass all conditions, applications, and/or surfaces beyond manufacturer’s control. In the event of a warranted failure and upon the presentation of proof of purchase, the remedy will be the provision price for said product. This warranty does not include labor or the costs associated with labor. This warranty may not be transferred or assigned and extends specific legal rights which may vary from state-to-state. No other warranty is expressed or implied.