DIY Metallic-Coat Coating Kit Instruction Manual
- June 1, 2024
- DIY
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DIY Metallic-Coat Coating Kit Instruction Manual
Pigment Note: BEFORE applying the primer coat you will add all the metallic pigment into the Part “A” clear resin top coat and mix for 2 minutes, set it aside for 24 hours or until you are ready to apply the metallic coat.
Step 1: Sweep or power blow entire floor surface area.
Step 2: Typically, old concrete floors have contaminants which must be removed prior to coating. Using a diluted degreaser and hot water, you should scrub those areas vigorously, Heavy contaminated or oily areas should be concentrated and repeated if necessary. Grinding should be done if degreaser is ineffective.
Step 3: Add acid granules floor prep solution into 5 quarts of chilly water in a plastic sprinkling can or plastic pump sprayer and mix until diluted. This will yield enough premix to cover up to 500 sq ft using the 9 oz prep solution included with the full kit.
Step 4: Cleaning a 10′ x 10′ section at a time, (using the optional sprayer) apply the premix evenly over the surface. Do not expect foaming. Scrub the premix into the surface with a stiff bristled broom. Move to the next 10′ x 10′ area,
Step 5: After application of floor prep, double rinse the surface with a water hose. Scrub while rinsing to ensure removal of all loosened material.
NOTE: It is best to scrub in both directions. Baking soda sprinkled over
the floor will aid to neutralize the acid.
Allow the floor to dry fully before coating. A power blower can be used to
assist in the evaporation of the remaining water. Once your floor is dry, rub
your fingers on the concrete and check your fingers for a film. If there is no
film, you are prepared for application of the coating. Remember you must
remove contaminants and create a profile before coating or your coating will
not adhere correctly. Mixing Instructions Primer Install Spike Shoes
Step 6: Rinse and dry the large mixing bucket (which held all kit contents) with a clean rag prior to mixing. Install the supplied mixing tool into a high-speed drill. Apply protective plastic onto a 10′ X 10′ area where mixing is to be performed (not on the floor coating surface).
Step 7: Mix Part “A” primer coat in its container for 2 minutes. Step 8: Into the large, cleaned mixing bucket, pour all Part “B” Primer ACTIVATOR/HARDENER contents.
Mixing Instructions Primer
Install Spike Shoes
Step 6: Rinse and dry the large mixing bucket (which held all kit contents) with a clean rag prior to mixing. Install the supplied mixing tool into a high-speed drill. Apply protective plastic onto a 10° X 10′ area where mixing is to be performed (not on the floor coating surface).
Step 7: Mix Part “A” primer coat in its container for 2 minutes.
Step 8: Into the large, cleaned mixing bucket, pour all Part “B” Primer ACTIVATOR/HARDENER contents.
Step 9: INTO THE SAME OUTER MIXING BUCKET, pour all pre-mixed
contents of Epoxy Part “A” PRIMER RESIN.
Note: For smaller mixes, the actual mixing ratio is 1 part by volume of
Part B Activator/Hardener to 2.3 parts of
Part A Resin.
Step 10:
Suggestion: Mixing Speed Low/Medium
Mix thoroughly with the mixing tool for 3 minutes paying close attention to mixing all around the buckets sides and raising and lowering with the mixing tool.
Note: Mixing must be very thorough (3 minutes), or the coating will not cure and clean up, and removal of the uncured epoxy will be costly and very time consuming. Do not wipe the sides of the mixing bucket between mixes or after the final mix as there may be residual unmixed epoxy. The residual epoxy in the mixing bucket will not adversely affect the future epoxy mixes.
Step 11: IMPORTANT: Immediately pour ALL mixed contents in a line on the floor (Do not leave any mixed coating in the bucket for cut in, use the material on the floor to cut in around perimeter).
Starting in the farthest corner of the room, pour mixed contents (parallel to and approx. 2′ from the wall”). Using the kit brush, cut in the perimeter walls or any other obstruction that may be hard to roll. For a full kit pour half of the mixed contents parallel to the wall and half parallel to the first pour in the center of the room. You will have two equal lines of materials approximately 5″-4″ wide separated approximately 8-12.
Note: After pouring mixed coating from the bucket to the floor, you have 30 minutes working time @70 °F (lower at higher temps). We do not recommend coating beyond the garage door as the UV rays will amber the coating.
Step 12: Using the kit squeegee, (perpendicular to the poured line of
epoxy) draw the epoxy from the back wall with the
squeegee until there is no longer wet epoxy to draw back. Continue to squeegee
pulling this product down the line until complete.
Step 13: With the kit roller, perpendicular to squeegee application, roll the epoxy until evenly smooth. If you do not have spike shoes, make sure you only squeegee those areas to give you enough room to back roll without walking into the wet epoxy.
Step 14: Re-backroll entire floor in opposite direction. If you have bubbles use a power blower or torch and walk through the floor with spike shoes and pop bubbles until no more bubbles appear. This may take up to 1 hour depending on concrete conditions. Clean squeegee while wet with xylene or MEK thinner for use on next steps.
Note: After applying the primer coat, allow 10 to 12 hours to pass before applying the Metallic-Coat. If you exceed 24 hours you will need to lightly sand (100-120 grit) and clean up any contamination.
Mixing Instructions: PerformanceDIY.com Metallic-Coat Install spike shoes
Step 15: Rinse and dry the large mixing bucket (which held all kit contents) with a clean rag prior to mixing. Residual dried Primer will not affect PerformanceDIY.com Metallic-Coat.
Step16: Metallic Clear should have metallic additive already added to Part “A” resin and set for 24 hours. Re-mix this metallic clear in its container for 2 minutes. If the color is not what you like “STOP,” do not activate and contact Epoxy-Coat for options. Activation, mixing or application will NOT change color.
Step 17:
Into the large, cleaned mixing bucket, pour all Part “B” metallic
ACTIVATOR/HARDENER contents.
Step 18:
INTO THE SAME OUTER MIXING BUCKET, pour all pre-mixed contents of Metallic-
Coat pre-mixed Part “A”
RESIN.
Step 19:
Suggestion: Mixing Speed Low/Medium
Mix thoroughly with the mixing tool for 3 minutes exactly, paying close
attention to mixing all around the buckets
sides and raising and lowering with the mixing tool.
Note: Mixing must be very thorough (3 minutes), or the coating will not cure, and removal of the uncured epoxy will be costly and very time consuming. Do not wipe the sides of the mixing bucket between mixes or after the final mix as there may be residual unmixed epoxy. The residual epoxy in the mixing bucket will not adversely affect the future epoxy mixes.
Step 20: Immediately pour ALL mixed contents in a line on the floor (Do not leave any mixed coating in the bucket for cut in, use the material on the floor to cut in around perimeter). Starting in the farthest corner of the room, pour mixed contents (parallel to and approx. 2′ from the wall”). Using the kit brush, cut in the perimeter walls or any other obstruction that may be hard to roll. For a full kit pour half of the mixed contents
parallel to the wall and half parallel to the first pour in the center of the room. You will have two equal lines of materials approximately 3″-4″ wide separated approximately 8′-12.
Note: After pouring mixed coating from the bucket to the floor, you have 30 minutes working time @ 70 degrees F (lower at higher temps).
We do not recommend coating beyond the garage door as the UV rays will amber the coating.
Step 21: Using the kit squeegee, (perpendicular to the poured line of epoxy) draw the epoxy from the back wall with the squeegee until there is no longer wet epoxy to draw back. Continue to squeegee pulling this product down the line until complete.
Step 22: With the kit roller, perpendicular to squeegee application, roll the epoxy until smooth. Do not roll too much or you may create roller marks from the metallic pigments throughout the floor. If you do not have spike shoes, make sure you only squeegee those areas to give you enough room to back roll without walking into the wet epoxy.
Step 23: (If you have spike shoes) Re-roll the entire floor in the opposite direction. If you have bubbles use a power blower or torch and walk through the floor with spike shoes and pop bubbles until no more bubbles appear. This may take up to 1 hour depending on concrete conditions.
Step 24: OPTIONAL STEP If you desire to have aluminum oxide nonskid added to the floor broadcast aluminum oxide non-skid over the floor in lesser amounts (only in the previous section which has been back rolled a 2nd time). Taking a pinch amount apply by throwing the non-skid into the air a minimum of 5′ or higher. Re-bounding the non-skid off the ceiling is a good idea to get even coverage.
Note: Aluminum oxide will make the floor more slip; it should be used according to your desired needs. PerformanceDIY.com non-skid additive is industry standard and accepted means for creating a proper recommended OSHA 0.5 COEFFECIENT FRICTION slip resistant non-skid surface.
Optional Poly-300 Clear Topcoat
(UV Protection) allow 10-12 hours to pass before applying
WARNING: Wear protective gloves, clothing, eyes, and protection when
using this product. Proper ventilation is
required for use. See the SDS sheet for more information, available at
www.PerformanceDIY.com.
Install spike shoes.
Note: Mix ratio is 1 to 1 by volume
Note: Mix ratio is 1 to 1 by volume
Step 1:
Pour 1/2 gallon contents of Part “A” Poly 300 into the large clean black
container.
Step 2:
Pour 1/2 gallon contents of Part “B” into the same large clean black
container.
Step 3:
Mix thoroughly for 2 minutes
Step 4:
Starting in the farthest corner of the room, pour all mixed contents (parallel
to and approximately two feet from the
wall”). Using the kit brush, cut in the perimeter walls or any other
obstruction that may be hard to roll. (One gallon
coverage up to 350 s.f.)Pour 1/2 gallon contents of Part “A” Poly 300 into
the large clean black container.
Step 2:
Pour 1/2 gallon contents of Part “B” into the same large clean black
container.
Step 3:
Mix thoroughly for 2 minutes
Step 4:
Starting in the farthest corner of the room, pour all mixed contents (parallel
to and approximately two feet from the
wall”). Using the kit brush, cut in the perimeter walls or any other
obstruction that may be hard to roll. (One gallon coverage up to 350 s.f.)
Step 5:
Using the kit squeegee, (perpendicular to the poured line of mixed Poly 300)
draw the poly from the back wall with the squeegee until there is no longer
wet poly to draw back. Continue to squeegee pulling this product down the line
until complete.
Step 6:
With the kit roller, perpendicular to squeegee application, roll the poly
until even and consistent.
Repeat steps 1-6 for second half application
Step 7: Re-back roll entire floor completely in opposite direction
If you desire to have aluminum oxide nonskid added to the floor broadcast aluminum oxide non-skid over the floor in lesser amounts (only in the previous section which has been back rolled a second time). Taking a pinch amount apply by throwing the non-skid into the air a minimum of 5′ or higher. Re-bounding the non-skid off the ceiling is a good idea to get even coverage.
Note: Aluminum oxide will make the floor more slip resistant but will
make it harder to clean; it should be used according to your desired needs.
PerformanceDIY.com non-skid additive is industry standard and accepted means
for creating a proper recommended OSHA 0.5 COEFFECIENT FRICTION slip resistant
non-skid surface.
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References
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