Installation Instructions - Epoxy Product #1

Epoxy High-Build Coating System (20-27 mils)

Primer: Product #12 Epoxy Primer OR Product #899 Epoxy Primer
Topcoat: Product #1 High-Build Epoxy Floor Coating (Two Coats)

Fluid-Applied Flooring Coating

EPOXY HIGH-BUILD COATING SYSTEM

High-Build Epoxy 20-27 mils

I. GENERAL INFORMATION

This installation guide covers the Epoxy.com High-Build Epoxy Floor Coating System using Product #1 Epoxy Coating. The system consists of a primer coat using either Product #12 Epoxy Primer OR Product #899 Epoxy Primer / Low Modulus Binder, followed by two coats of Product #1 High-Build Epoxy Floor Coating. Product #1 High-Build Epoxy Floor Coating is available in pigmented finish only.

Before installation read Do with epoxies and Don't do with epoxies.

II. CONDITIONS REQUIRED TO START WORK

Do not begin installation unless all the following conditions are met:

A. Ambient temperature: minimum 60 F

B. Substrate temperature: minimum 60 F

C. Dew point: substrate temperature must be at least 5 F above dew point during application and for 24 hours after

D. Area must be dry and protected from moisture

E. Adequate lighting must be provided for inspection during installation

F. Concrete must be structurally sound and suitable for resinous flooring

STOP WORK if condensation, moisture intrusion, or environmental conditions fall outside acceptable limits.

III. SURFACE PREPARATION (CRITICAL)

Surface preparation is the most critical factor in the performance of this system. All substrates must be prepared in strict accordance with the Epoxy.com Surface Preparation Guide, which is based on material manufacturer requirements for concrete, wood, and metal substrates:

https://www.epoxy.com/surfaceprep.aspx

All substrates must be prepared to achieve a minimum surface profile of CSP-2 to CSP-3, depending on substrate condition and system thickness. Remove laitance, curing compounds, sealers, coatings, and contaminants. Repair unsound concrete, cracks, and joints prior to coating.

Installation over inadequately prepared substrates will result in adhesion failure and is not acceptable.

IV. MATERIAL QUANTITIES

A. Guideline system requirements for 1000 sq ft at 20-27 mils total system thickness:

1. Primer (Product #12 or Product #899): 4-5 gallons

2. Product #1 High-Build Epoxy Floor Coating: 10-12.5 gallons total (two coats)

V. INSTALLATION

A. Primer - Product #12 OR Product #899

1. Mixing

a. Stir each component prior to mixing.

b. Mix two (2) parts by volume of Part A (Resin) with one (1) part by volume of Part B (Hardener) for three minutes with a low speed electric drill mixing paddle.

c. If thinning is desired, add no more than one pint of xylene or MEK per gallon of epoxy at time of mixing.

d. Do not mix more material than can be applied in 30-40 minutes. Do not leave mixed material in the pail.

2. Application

a. Pour mixed primer onto the prepared substrate.

b. Spread with either a flat trowel or squeegee, or roller. Target coverage is 250-300 sq ft per gallon. If smaller batches are used, this product can be installed with the "dip and roll" method.

c. Back roll with a short nap roller.

d. Allow primer to cure 8-12 hours (at 75 F) prior to topcoating. A fast cure formulation may reduce the recoat window to 4-6 hours. If primer is to be allowed to sit for longer than 24 hours, sand primer before topcoating.

B. Product #1 High-Build Epoxy Floor Coating (Two Coats)

1. Mixing

a. Stir each component prior to mixing.

b. Mix two (2) parts by volume of Part A (Base) with one (1) part by volume of Part B (Hardener) for three minutes with a low speed electric drill mixing paddle. Optional non-skid aggregate may be added per manufacturer guidance.

c. Mix only the amount of material that can be immediately poured out and applied.

2. Application

a. Immediately pour mixed material onto floor in ribbons and spread at a rate of 160-200 sq ft per gallon with a squeegee. If smaller batches are used, this product can be installed with the "dip and roll" method.

b. Back roll immediately with a short to medium nap roller. Do not back roll excessively.

3. Allow to cure overnight or a minimum of 12 to 16 hours at 75 F.

4. Apply second coat the same as step 2.

VI. CURING AND RETURN TO SERVICE

A. Allow to cure 24 hours for light traffic.

B. Allow to cure 48 hours for heavy traffic.

C. For hot tires and chemical exposure wait 5-7 days for full chemical cure.

VII. COMMON FAILURE POINTS (FIELD NOTES)

A. Starting work when substrate temperature is not at least 5 F above dew point

B. Inadequate surface preparation or contamination left in place

C. Leaving mixed epoxy in pails too long or mixing batches too large

D. Missing recoat windows or failing to sand when required

E. Moisture intrusion during cure

F. Over-rolling or overworking material

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Proper mixing and installation is critical to the optimal success of all products.  See Installation Tips, Techdata, & MSDS for more details on our products.  Be sure to contact us with any questions and/or concerns that you have.

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