Araldite ® Epoxycoat O.P.

CURING
The new floor will withstand foot traffic after reaching initial hardness Heavy traffic and chemicals should not be allowed until after 7 days.

CLEANING DOWN
Use Huntsman Cleaning Fluid.

COVERAGE
Araldite Epoxycoat O.P.
10 kg covers approximately 10 m2 (two coat).

STORAGE
Shelf life of 12 months minimum if stored below 25a C.

CAUTION
Keep uncured epoxy materials away from the mouth, food or drink.
Do not use empty tins to store food even if they appear to have been cleaned.
Always wear gloves or barrier cream when handling uncured epoxy materials. Clean any splashes or smears from the skin immediately using warm water and soap.
Avoid inhaling vapour.
Do not use below 5s C.

NOTICE
The information in this publication, given in good faith, is based on the present state of our knowledge but all recommendations are made without guarantee since the conditions of use are beyond our control. Buyers and users should make their own assessment of our products under their own conditions and for their own requirements.

CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Araldite Epoxycoat O.P. gave the following result after 12-month submersion

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
PREPARATION
New concrete or cementitious substrates should be at least 28 days old when the moisture content of the substrate should be less than 5 % All laitence and loose materials must be removed from the concrete surface. If the concrete is strong and sound with light laitence, this may be achieved by acid etching followed by thorough washing with water. The floor must then be left to dry. Cracked or damaged concrete or heavy laitence should be prepared by grit blasting or scrabbling until a solid surface is reached showing exposed aggregate. If this leads to large variations in surface levels these should be repaired before coating. A flat smooth surface free of laitence is required or the appearance of the coating will be impaired. All dust and debris should then be removed. Surfaces contaminated with oil or grease should be flame cleaned or thoroughly washed with a good detergent.

MIXING
Mechanical mixing of resin based materials is preferred whenever possible. In order to avoid trapping air in the material, mixers running at less than 400 R.P.M. are recommended.

COATING
Araldite Epoxycoat O.P. is supplied as two pre weighed packs in exact proportions. No other materials should be added.
STIR CONTENTS OF EACH TIN THOROUGHLY
Pour the entire contents of the hardener into the resin and mix until uniform. Spread the coating evenly over the floor surface using a trowel, brush or roller. Apply in two layers each approx. 0.3 mm. thick. Ensure that the second coat is applied within the stated recoating interval. If not then intercoat adhesion may be impaired
JOINTS
Any movement joints should be continued through the coating and properly sealed.