Product description
A solvent borne PLIOLITE-MODIFIED ACRYLIC RESIN based masonry coating. * Pliolite is a Trademark of THE GOOD YEAR & RUBBER CO., U.S.A.
Special features
• 1 Excellent alkali and weathering resistant coating. • 1 Superior resistance to water and mould growth. • 1 Hardwearing and excellent adhesion on new and sound previously painted masonry surface. • 1 Provides a water vapour permeable coat allowing concrete to breath without affecting adhesion properties. • 1 Anticarbonation coating.
Where to use
As a long term decorative and protective finish coat to be applied on masonry, concrete, stone, bricks and primarily intended for exterior applications on most types of building substrates i.e., • 1 Bridges and flyovers 1 Water towers . • 1 Concrete Silos & chimneys 1 Electricity substations Buildings. • 1 Chemical plants 1 Storage Tank Exteriors.
Product data
FINISH : Matt. COLOUR : White and Concrete Grey. (Special colours are available on request). VOLUME SOLID : 33 % PRODUCT WEIGHT : 1.34 Kg/ltr. REC. FILM : Wet : 110 microns per coat (approx. 4.4 mills) THICKNESS Dry : 35 microns per coat (approx. 1.4 mills) THEO. COVERAGE : 9.4 m2/ltr. Practical coverage primarily depends upon nature/degree of surface porosity, method of application and site conditions. FLASH POINT : Above 35 °C (95 °F)
Drying times
SUBSTRATE TOUCH HARD OVERCOATING INTERVALS TEMPERATURE DRY DRY MINIMUM MAXIMUM 10 °C (50 °F) 2 hour 6 hrs. 24 hrs. IND. 25 °C (77 °F) 1 2 hour 5 hrs. 18 hrs. IND. 40 °C (104 °F) 1 hour 4 hrs. 14 hrs. IND.
Surface preparation
• 1 CONCRETE & MASONRY: • 1 New surfaces must be dry, clean and dust free (conforming to SSPC-SP1 Solvent Cleaning is recommended) and where necessary laitance and powdery areas should be hand wire brushed/mechanical power tool cleaned in accordance with SSPC-SP2 and/or SSPC-SP3 Standards. • 1 Previously painted surfaces/substrates must be clean and dry; yet pealed off coats must be properly scraped back to a firm edge. ONLY SOUND COATS SHOULD BE LEFT ON THE SURFACE. Surfaces to be coated must be dry and clean prior to paint application process.
Where to use
Weatherguard Masonry Coating, is to be applied in two full coats over a thinned down priming coat of the same with recommended thinner 15-20% by volume.
Mixing and thinning
Material must be properly mixed and is recommended for thinning with GTC002 Thinner as per below table:- APPLICATION METHOD BRUSH/ROLLER CONV. SPRAY AIRLESS SPRAY Thinning by volume (% max.) 10% 15% 5%
Cleaning tools
For cleaning tools and equipments use GTC002 Thinner.
Application conditions
At a temperature ranging 5°C (41°F) to 40°C (104 °F) . Relative humidity is below 75%.
Storage and handling
Product must be stored as per local regulations and should be kept in dry well ventilated location far from heat and direct sunlight. Can should be tightly closed after use. Mix well before use. Storage temperature range between 5°C (41°F) to 40°C (104 °F).
Standards and approvals
• 1 GTC Weatherguard Masonry Coating is a Government approved paint tested by M.P.W.- Government Laboratories and Testing Station for use as an Exterior Coating Resistance to weathering conditions. • 1 An approved paint tested by MINISTRY OF COMMERCE & INDUSTRY - QUALITY CONTROL CENTER physical property and requirements conforming with KSS 16.
Safety precautions
The following notes should be considered when using/applying painting material:- (a) Take precautions to prevent material entering the eyes (goggles should be worn, irrigate the eyes with water when become contaminated and obtain medical care at once). (b) Take precautions to avoid skin contact (gloves should be worn, barrier cream should be used). (c) Ensure that repeated contact of paint with skin is avoided. (d) Provide adequate ventilation. (Face masks must be worn). (e) Keep away from sparks and open flames (for solvent-based materials).
Pack sizes
• Gallon • 18 Ltr. Drum