CP Floor System Manuals

RESINOUS 123 STEP-BY-STEP MANUAL

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RESINOUS 123 PERSONAL PROTECTION It’s always recommended to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the task at hand and follow your employer’s safety policy. Commonly known PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, earplugs, respirators, etc, are recommended as needed.

For further information on OSHA requirements, visit https://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3151.pdf

INSTRUCTIONS: PREP

(For in-depth instructions, see Prep Manual) 1 Prep surface to be coated by shot blasting/grinding/acid washing, etc...

2 Use appropriate TCP repair products to fill holes, cracks & control joints 3 Thoroughly clean surface 4 Protect surfaces not to be coated using specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc…

#1 (BASE COAT) 1 Set up mix station 2 Pre-mix Epoxy Base Coat Part A until well blended 3 Thoroughly mix Epoxy Base Coat Part B into Epoxy Base Coat Part A (2 parts A to 1 part B) 4 Pour mixed product on floor in a ribbon pattern 5 Wearing spiked shoes and using a​1​ /8” notched squeegee, spread Epoxy Base Coat on floor 6 Using a 3/8” nap roller, backroll for consistent coverage 7 Let dry

#2 (SEAL COAT) 1 Pre-mix Colored Protectorthane Part A 2 Thoroughly mix Colored Protectorthane Part B into Colored Protectorthane Part A for 2-3 minutes (2 parts A to 1 part B) 3 Using a paint tray and a 9” or 18” ⅜” nap roller, dip and roll material for consistent coverage 4 Let dry

#3 (SEAL COAT) 1 Pre-mix Colored Protectorthane Part A 2 Thoroughly mix Colored Protectorthane Part B into Colored Protector-Thane Part A for 2-3 minutes (2 parts A to 1 part B) 3 Using a paint tray and a 9” or 18” ⅜” nap roller, dip and roll material for consistent coverage. (*optional: add “Get-A-Grip for slip resistance into wet product) 4 Let dry 5 Remove all protective specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc 6 Make sure project area is clean, presentable, and free from debris To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 McKINLEY RD.,ST. MARYS, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

RESINOUS 123 PRODUCTS & COVERAGE Appropriate Concrete Protector repair products (see prep manual) SKU:

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

DRY TIME:

1 CT-1035

Xylene for cleaning

2 EN-6303

Acetone

3 EB-6107--EB-6157

Epoxy Base Coat

(160-210 sq. ft. per gal.)`

*Dry Time= 6-10 hrs.)

Protectorthane 2K Colored/2 component

(350-450 sq. ft. per gal.)

*Dry Time= 6-8 hrs.)

UT-4455--UT4509

SEALER OPTIONS TOOLS SKU:

TOOL:

SKU:

TOOL:

1 TP-7507

2” Green Specialty Tape

10 ET-7255

1/8” Notched Squeegee

2 TL-7235

Mixing Tarps

11 TCR-1001

WTF Top Coat Roller

3 TL-7361-- TL-7365

Assorted Mixing Containers & Cups

12 RL-4317

Roller End Caps

4 RL-4325, RL-4335, RL-4319

4”,9”, or 18” Roller Frames

13 RL-4317

Roller End Caps

5 RL-4323, RL-4341, RL-4313

4”, 9”, or 18” 3/8” Nap Roller Covers

14 RL-4309

18” Paint Tray

6 TL-7393, TL-7395

Threaded and Tapered Roller Poles

15 TL-7353, TL-7349

Spiked Shoes

7 RL-4343

2” Chip Brushes

16 Variable Speed Drill

8 ET-7323

Gloves

17 5 Gallon Mixing Buckets

9 TL-7127

Large Low Viscosity Wand (​m ixing)

18 Mixing Paddle

COST & PRICING 1 Typical Product Cost: $.50 - $.80 sq. ft.

2 Typical Pricing: $2.25 - $3.25 sq. ft.

BENEFITS & FEATURES 1 Great abrasion resistance 2 Can be combined with slip-resistance 3 Easy to clean 4 Great chemical resistance 5 Oil and Salt Resistant 6 Industrial Grade Our Resinous 123 Floor System is a fabulous option when you have large areas you want to coat with a seamless, chemical UV, and scratch-resistant “clean floor” look. This is colored epoxy with a urethane coating that will match the existing base color. This can be finished with a clear urethane topcoat. Perfect for facilities that need a low cost, durable, easy to clean floor.

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RESINOUS 123

TIPS & TRICKS THE MOST IMPORTANT TIP: “OUT OF THE BUCKET AND ONTO THE FLOOR” Leaving the epoxy too long in the bucket will cause it to heat up and start smoking.

DO NOT POUR HOT EPOXY ON YOUR PROJECT. 1.5 - 3 mixed gallons at a time for easy mixing Use The Concrete Protector’s l​ arge low viscosity mixing wand​for mixing. ​This is the correct mixing wand to ensure that you are not whipping air into your epoxy.

For more even coverage, add anti-skid additives into both seal coats.

On larger projects, utilizing a Hippo or barrel mixer is a great way to speed up the mixing process.

When installing line striping, apply all three coats (Base Coat, Sealer Coat, and Sealer Coat). Then, when dry, tape out and install the desired lines.

This will reduce back taping, and will prevent any unneeded sanding if applied within the recoat window.

CUTTING IN: Many times, contractors will just pour the epoxy in puddles or ribbons just a few inches from the edge of the walls so they will be able to quickly grab the epoxy with their 2” chip brush or 4” mini roller.

By utilizing a notched squeegee, the product can be applied at a preferred mil rate per square foot. This technique is more time effective than dipping and rolling from a paint tray.

PROTECTORTHANE: You must wait until the floor is “tack-free” (no longer sticky anywhere) to proceed on to your 1st coat of ProtectorThane.

Do not wait to apply ​ProtectorThane​past 24 hours. If it is past 24 hours Do not wait to apply ​ProtectorThane​past 24 hours. If it is past 24 hours able to get a chemical bond to the previous coat (if you miss your recoat window, you will have to sand/abrade the entire surface, vac and solvent window, you will have to sand/abrade the entire surface, vac and solvent wipe before continuing with the next coat).

ProtectorThane has a much longer “Pot Life”. Meaning that once it is made up, you can just leave it in the bucket and pour it out as you need it (no rush to quickly get it out of the bucket and on to the floor.) The pot life of mixed ProtectorThane is about 30-40 minutes.

Application of Protectorthane in the 123 System can be done a couple of different ways.

You can “cut-in” on walls and edges just like you did with the Base Coat Epoxy and use an 18”, 3/8” nap roller cover.

• Use an 18” paint tray and dip and roll OR • Pour out puddles/ribbons and use your roller as a squeegee (slight down pressure on your roller to push the urethane back and forth to coat the floor and then roll (just like you did with the Base Coat Epoxy . . . North and South, followed by East and West.

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RESINOUS 123

COLOR CHART

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CP SEALER STEP-BY-STEP MANUAL

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CP SEALER PERSONAL PROTECTION It’s always recommended to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the task at hand and follow your employer’s safety policy. Commonly known PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, earplugs, respirators, etc, are recommended as needed.

For further information on OSHA requirements, visit https://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3151.pdf

INSTRUCTIONS: PREP 1 Pressure wash surface to be sealed 2 Clean up all debris from project area and surrounding areas 3 Tape off the perimeter of the project area to protect it from being trafficked

APPLICATION 1 Set up mixing station 2 Mix CP Penetrating Hydrophobic Sealer (1 Part Sealer to 9 Parts Water) 3 Using the sprayer, apply sealer using a back and forth motion, creating a slight “milky white” appearance to the surface 4 Using a push broom, evenly spread the sealer using a back and forth motion 5 Rinse out sprayer 6 Make sure project area is clean, presentable, and free from debris

PRODUCTS & COVERAGE SKU: 1 SE-5400

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

DRY TIME:

Concrete Protector Penetrating Hydrophobic Sealer

425-500 sq. ft. per 2.5 gallons of mixed sealer*

Dry Time 1-3 hrs.

* Coverages and dry times vary depending on application techniques and temperature. Estimations are based on 70 degrees, 30 percent relative humidity. For more information, refer to TDS and SDS sheets.

TOOLS SKU:

TOOL:

1 EQ-7137

Honda GX390- 4,000 PSI Pressure Washer with Wand and Hoses

2 EQ-7145

CP Hover Scrubber

3 TL-7235

Tarps

4 TL-7357, ET-7355, TL-7407

2 Gallon Pump- Up Sprayer, Hudson Never- Pump Sprayer, or SMK-C100W0L3.5 Sprayer

5

Push Broom

6

5 Gallon Buckets

7

Cordless Drill and Paddle, or Stir Sticks

8

Caution Tape

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CP SEALER COST & PRICING 1 Typical Product Cost: $.09- $.20 per sq. ft.

2 Typical Pricing: $.50- $.65 per sq. ft.

BENEFITS & FEATURES 1 Temperature range of application – between 50 – 95 degrees Fahrenheit: 2 5 years of excellent protection 3 Easy add-on sale 4 Essential for concrete protection 5 Low cost for installer 6 Great profits in just a few hours Concrete Protector Penetrating Hydrophobic Concrete Sealer protects concrete surfaces from severe conditions like rainwater, freeze-thaw cycles, road salts, de-icers, and other common hazards. Our Penetrating Concrete Sealer penetrates deep into your concrete’s pores and seals the surface to protect your concrete from all types of concrete damage without changing the appearance or texture of the concrete.

TIPS & TRICKS 1 A lower pressure setting on your washer is best when prepping for this application. You want the surface to be clean but you do not want to create a striping pattern.

The ideal time to apply the sealer is when the concrete is transitioning from a dark color (from water saturation) to a lighter color (drying).

In reality, mixing this sealer is easy! Pour 2 concentrated bottles of TCP sealer into a 5 gallon bucket, fill bucket up the rest of the way with cool, clean water, mix thoroughly with drill & paddle or broom handle. A super easy way to get to your “9 parts water -1 part concentrate” mix! Also, when mixing & adding water to your bucket, don’t blast the sealer with the water from a hose/water nozzle. Things will get bubbly and frothy if you do. You’re not making a frothy cappuccinos here . . . so let’s stick to making up sealer.

Your coverage rate will not be as good on windy & warmer days (on excessively windy days, go fly a kite).

A battery operated sprayer strapped to a hand cart makes life easier.

Your sealer will spray on “milky white” (looks like skim milk

) and will dry clear in a few minutes.

Use a stiff bristled broom to move the sealer evenly across the surface. Brooming the sealer is not 100% always necessary . . . only on inclines (see tip below). If your client is watching the process, at least make it look like you’re working to earn that Do not let sealer “run” down in strips on inclines/slopes/verticals/edges (use broom to brush out the “runs”). Heavy runs of sealer may cause slight discoloration.

Don’t walk or allow others to walk in the sealer when it is wet on the surface (footprints may be left behind) . . . unless “footprints” are a decorative look you’re going for It’s best to wait 24 hrs. before allowing vehicle traffic (secure caution tape across end of driveway).

While disconnecting the Hover Scrubber and pressure washing wand from the pressure washer, pull the trigger, relieving pressure for an easy disconnect. Try to pop that hose off without 1st relieving pressure and you’ll understand why.

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ELASTASTONE STEP-BY-STEP MANUAL

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ELASTASTONE PERSONAL PROTECTION It’s always recommended to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the task at hand and follow your employer’s safety policy. Commonly known PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, earplugs, respirators, etc, are recommended as needed.

For further information on OSHA requirements, visit https://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3151.pdf

INSTRUCTIONS: PREP

(For in-depth instructions, see Prep Manual) 1 Prep surface to be coated by grinding/acid washing 2 Thoroughly clean surface 3 Optional* Install a ¼” plastic moulding on the inside or outside of the perimeter to ensure a perfect finish

PRIME COAT

1 Set up mix station

2 Mix 1 part of ElastaThane AR Polymer or ElastaThane UV 550 with 1 part solvent 3 Apply prime coat to surface using a 3/8’ nap roller 4 Let dry slightly (until tacky)

RUBBER COAT

1 Set up mix station

2 Combine 4 parts of EPDM rubber granules and 1 part of ElastaThane AR Polymer or ElastaThane UV 550 in wheelbarrow (products measured by weight) 3 Mix for 3 to 5 minutes with a shovel until all granules are coated with binder.

4 Place the granule mixture at the starting point in small stacks with the trowel. Start spreading and level the granules to a thickness of 3/8” or desired thickness with medium pressure to squeeze the granules together.

5 Once the granules are well distributed, moisten the trowel with liquid release agent. Smooth the surface, take care not to leave any loose granules.

6 Let Dry

TWO COLORS - *OPTIONAL 1 Using moulds of desired shapes and sizes, repeat each step of the rubber coat installation using each individual color

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ELASTASTONE PRODUCTS & COVERAGE Appropriate Concrete Protector repair products (see repair manual) SKU:

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

DRY TIME:

1 ES-5701

ElastaThane AR Polymer

40 sq. ft. per gal. at 3/8” thick

* Dry Time = 20-24 hrs.

2 ES-5703

ElastaThane UV 550

40 sq. ft. per gal. at 3/8” thick

* Dry Time = 20-24 hrs.

3 ES-5705--ES-5739

EPDM Rubber Granules

1 lb. per sq. ft.

4 ES-5733

SRB Base Rubber

2 lbs. per sq. ft.

5 DM-3911--DM-3909

Release Agent

* Coverages and dry times vary depending on application techniques and temperature. Estimations are based on 70 degrees, 30 percent relative humidity.

For more information, refer to TDS sheets.

TOOLS SKU:

TOOL:

SKU:

TOOL:

1 TL-7235

Mixing Tarps

9

Metal Trowel

2 TL-7361--TL-7365

Assorted Mixing Containers & Cups

10

5 Gallon Mixing Buckets

3 RL- 4313 3/8”

Nap Roller Cover

11

Scale

4 RL-4325, RL-4335, RL-4319

4”,9”, or 18” Roller Frames

12

Heavy Drill

5 RL-4323, RL-4341, RL-4313

4”, 9”, or 18” 3/8” Nap Roller Covers

13

Shovel

6 TL-7393, TL-7395

Threaded and Tapered Roller Poles

14

Drum Mixer *Optional

7 ET-7323

Gloves

15

Wheelbarrow *Optional

8 RL-4317

Roller End Caps

16

Screed Box *Optional

COST & PRICING 1 Typical Product Cost: $3.15 - $3.70 sq. ft.

2 Typical Pricing: $9.00 - $12.00 sq. ft.

BENEFITS & FEATURES 1 Beautiful Appearance

7

Hot Tub Areas

2 Slip Resistant

8

Eliminates Weed Growth

3 Safe

9

Non-Toxic

4 Durable and Long Lasting

10 Affordable

5 100% Customizable

11 Resists Mold and Mildew

6 Low Maintenance

12 Thick Build

ElastaStone Rubber Surfacing is one of the most versatile surfacing solutions you’ll find anywhere. ElastaStone is one of the only surface options that combine beauty, safety, and durability into one incredible and unique surface.

A typical Rubber Surface is made up of EPDM (virgin rubber) and/or recycled rubber granules combined with a polyurethane binder that is poured directly over existing concrete. By combining the best binding agent with high quality EPDM granules, ElastaStone is the perfect solution to your rubber surfacing needs.

ElastaStone Rubber Surfacing is incredibly popular for recreational areas because of its slip resistance, low-maintenance, aesthetic charm, and extreme durability.

Imagine transforming your existing concrete into a beautiful, colorful, protective space that is also very affordable. With ElastaStone, you can truly have it all.

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ELASTASTONE TIPS & TRICKS 1 These products are mixed by weight, not volume 2 Use release agent to keep rubber from sticking to tools during application 3 Using a wheelbarrow for transporting mixed product will result in faster application 4 There are 2 kinds of Elastathane : AR (non- UV resistant) and UV (uv resistant), however, AR may be used for prime coat outside 5 This can also be installed using a screedbox and a thickness gauge.

6 The product may stain clothing and footwear, wear gloves and a mask. Protection and goggles are suggested. Wearing long-sleeved clothing is also recommended.

7 The outside temperature is very important for a successful installation. The temperature must be between 50 and 82 degrees Fahrenheit during installation and for the next 24 hours.

8 When priming, apply in small areas which can be coated with rubber before the primer dries.

9 Moisten your trowel constantly during the smoothing period, never place the granules further than the distance of one arm at a time.

10 Use a mixture of urethane grade solvents or liquid release agent to clean dirty tools 11 A return to service period of 48 to 72 hours is recommended, and you must wait until the surface is no longer sticky before stepping on it.

12 Elastastone can be installed on vertical surfaces using Cabosil powder 13 On certain applications, such as parks and playgrounds, a safety layer may be required.

ELASTASTONE COLOR CHART

BLACK

RED

LIGHT GREEN

LIGHT PURPLE

BROWN

GRAY

YELLOW

BEIGE

EARTH YELLOW

ORANGE

BLUE

GREEN

EGGSHELL

PURPLE

LIGHT BLUE

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TURQUOISE

ESD

STEP-BY-STEP MANUAL

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ESD PERSONAL PROTECTION It’s always recommended to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the task at hand and follow your employer’s safety policy. Commonly known PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, earplugs, respirators, etc, are recommended as needed.

For further information on OSHA requirements, visit https://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3151.pdf

INSTRUCTIONS: PREP

(For in-depth instructions, see Prep Manual) 1 Prep surface to be coated by shot (brush) blasting/scarification 2 Use appropriate TCP repair products to fill holes, cracks & control joints 3 Thoroughly clean surface 4 Protect surfaces not to be coated using specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc

STEEL COLUMN MACHINE SCREW & WASHER

APPLICATION PRIME COAT 1 Set up mix station

2” STEEL COLUMN CONSTRUCTION JOINT

6”

2 Slow mix Anti-Static Conductive Primer Part B into Anti-Static Conductive Primer Part A (1 part A to 1 part B) until color consistency, while scraping the sides of the container 3 Pour mixed product on floor in a ribbon pattern 4 Wearing spiked shoes and using an 1/8” notched squeegee, spread mixed Anti-Static Conductive Primer on floor 5 Using a 3/8” nap roller, backroll for consistent coverage

COOPER STRIP

2”

COPPER GROUNDING STRIP

1/4” “Y” NOTCHED-IN COPPER STRIP

CONSTRUCTION JOINT

6”

2”

COPPER JOINT

6 Let dry INSTALLING COPPER STRIPS 1 Ground floor using 8” copper strips every 1,000 sq. ft. to floor

2 Run 2” up a steel column which is grounded and attach with screw and washer on the wall 3 As needed when going over construction joints, use 6” copper tape/strip to bridge joint

TOP COAT

1 Set up mix station 2 Slow mix Static Dissipating Urethane Top Coat Part B into Static Dissipating Urethane Top CoatPart A (1 part A to 1 part B) until color consistency, while scraping the sides of the container 3 Wearing spiked shoes, apply to floor using an 1/8” nap roller, or brush 4 Let dry 5 Do not apply multiple coats 6 Remove all protective specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc 7 Make sure project area is clean, presentable, and free from debris ESD TESTING: OPTIONAL 1 Using a digital surface resist meter, be certain the floor is within spec range

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ESD

PRODUCTS & COVERAGE Appropriate Concrete Protector repair products (see prep manual) SKU:

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

DRY TIME:

1 CT-1035

Xylene

2 ESD-503

AntiStatic Conductive Primer

200-300 sq. ft.per gallon

5-8 hours

3 ESD-505

Static Dissipating UrethaneTop Coat

300- 500 sq. ft. per gallon

5-7 hours

Copper Tape

18 yds. roll

ESD-509

* Coverages and dry times vary depending on application techniques and temperature. Estimations are based on 70 degrees, 30 percent relative humidity. For more information, refer to TDS sheets.

TOOLS SKU:

TOOL:

1 TP-7507

2” Green Specialty Tape

2 TL-7235

Mixing Tarps

3 TL-7361-- TL-7365

Asst Mixing Containers & Cups

4 RL-4325, RL-4335, RL-4319

4”,9”, or 18” Roller Frames

5 RL-4323, RL-4341, RL-4313

4”, 9”, or 18” 3/8” Nap Roller Covers

6 TCR-1001

WTF 18” Top Coat Roller

7 TL-7393, TL-7395

Threaded and Tapered Roller Poles

8 RL-4343

2” Chip Brushes

9 ET-7323

Gloves

SKU:

TOOL:

10 TL-7127

Large Low Viscosity Wand (for mixing epoxy)

11 ET-7255

1/8” Notched Squeegee

12 RL-4317

Roller End Caps

13 RL-4309

18” Paint Tray

14 TL-7353, TL-7349

Spiked Shoes

15

Digital Surface Resist Meter

16

Variable Speed Drill

17

5 Gallon Mixing Buckets

18

Mixing Paddle

COST & PRICING 1 Typical Product Cost: $1.40 - $2.00 sq. ft.

2 Typical Pricing: $6.00 - $10.00 sq. ft.

BENEFITS & FEATURES ESD Flooring is an electrostatic dissipating system. It is used for environments where static control is needed. This flooring is perfect for rooms with sensitive electronics, electronic manufacturing facilities, medical facilities, data centers, and airplane hangars.

1 Chemical Resistance 2 Helps control electrical static build up 3 Available in gray, light gray, and red 4 Creates Clean, quality appearance 5 Excellent Abrasion Resistance 6 VOC Compliant 7 Anti-static properties continue for the life of the coating To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 ST. MARYS, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

ESD TIPS & TRICKS 1 Once the AntiStatic Conductive Prime Coat is applied, the next step (Static Dissipating Top Coat) must be applied within 24 hours 2 A tacky/soft epoxy or urethane is too early to start the next step 3 8” Copper strips are to be placed every 1,000 sq. ft.

4 Copper strips NEED to be grounded 5 Static Dissipating Urethane Top Coat is designed for 1 coat only 6 Assure that the AntiStatic Conductive Prime Coat is fully dry before applying Static Dissipating Urethane Top Coat 7 Check for chemical blush before applying Static Dissipating Urethane Top Coat and remove if needed 8 Do not “over-profile” the floor surface during the prep process 9 When doing specified work, it’s a good idea to have your own Digital Surface Resist Meter 10 Do not add additional slip resistance aggregates as it will change the properties of the floor NOTICE TO BUYER: DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITATIONS ON OUR LIABILITY WARNING: Antistatic flooring cannot protect against discharges from utility power. If the danger of coming in contact with the power mains is possible, the users must follow the usual electrical safety procedures precisely. Although this publication describes how clients may apply our products to achieve antistatic flooring and the information is based on our knowledge’s present state, all recommendations are made without liability on our part.

Since our products’ actual application is not in our hands and special conditions prevailing at a particular job site might negatively influence a floor’s antistatic properties.

Buyers and users of our products should make their own assessment of the floor’s antistatic properties immediately after it has been installed and at regular intervals after that.

We warrant that our products are manufactured according to specifications stated in our Technical Data Sheets (TDS).

The information supplied by us is accurate to the best of our knowledge.

Such information provided about our products is not a representation or a warranty.

All information regarding antistatic flooring products is provided on the condition that users undertake their own testing to determine our product’s suitability for their particular use case.

Any use or application other than recommended use cases stated in our documentation is the user’s sole responsibility.

No warranty is made, expressed, or implied regarding such other information, the data on which it is based, or the results you will obtain from its use.

No warranty is made, expressed, or implied that our product is merchantable or fit for any particular purpose, No warranty is made or implied that the use of any such information or product will not infringe upon any patent.

We shall have no liability for incidental or consequential damages, direct or indirect.

Our liability is limited to our product’s net selling price or the replacement of our product at our discretion.

Acceptance of delivery of our product means that you have accepted the terms of this warranty whether or not purchase orders or other documents state terms that vary from this warranty.

No representative is authorized to make any representation or warranty or assume any other liability on our behalf with our products’ sale.

Our products contain chemicals that may cause serious injuries.

Before using any of our products, read the SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS) and follow all appropriate precautions to prevent bodily harm.

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GRANIFLEX™ STEP-BY-STEP MANUAL

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GRANIFLEX™ PERSONAL PROTECTION It’s always recommended to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the task at hand and follow your employer’s safety policy. Commonly known PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, earplugs, respirators, etc, are recommended as needed.

For further information on OSHA requirements, visit https://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3151.pdf

INSTRUCTIONS: PREP

(For in-depth instructions, see Prep Manual) 1 Prep surface to be coated by shot blasting/acid washing, etc 2 Use appropriate TCP repair products to fill holes, cracks & control joints 3 Thoroughly clean surface 4 Protect surfaces not to be coated using specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc...

PRIME COAT 1 Set up mix station 2 Pre-mix PermaFlex until well blended 3 Add correct measurements of PermaFlex Catalyst (1.6 oz. per 1 gal.), and PermaFlex Accelerator (6.4 oz. per 1 gal. for slow set/ 12.8 oz. per gal. for fast set), mix until well blended 4 Add desired amount of solvent (10%-20% by volume), mix until well blended 5 Pour mixed product on floor in a ribbon pattern 6 Wearing spiked shoes and using a 1/8” notched squeegee, spread PermaFlex on floor 7 Using a 3/8” nap roller, backroll for consistent coverage 8 Let dry (Optional) LRB Flood Coat (10%-15% water + LRB Catalyst)

BROADCAST COAT 1 Pre-mix PermaFlex until well blended 2 Mix in correct measurements of PermaFlex Catalyst (1.6 oz. per 1 gal.), and PermaFlex Accelerator (6.4 oz. per 1 gal. slow set/ 12.8 oz. per gal. fast set) mix until well blended 3 Mix in desired amount of solvent (10%-20% by volume) until well blended 4 Pour mixed product on floor in a ribbon pattern 5 Wearing spiked shoes and using a 1/8” notched squeegee, apply PermaFlex on floor 6 Using a 3/8” nap roller, backroll for consistent coverage 7 Broadcast Color Flakes 8 Let dry 9 Using a leaf blower or broom and dustpan, collect excess flakes 10 Using a 16” Stand Up Metal Scraper, scrape the entire floor in one direction, then cross-hatch 11 Using a vacuum, remove all dirt and excess color flakes from floor To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 MCKINLEY RD. ST. MARY'S, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

GRANIFLEX™ SEALING INTERIOR: 1 Apply desired sealer 2 Apply desired top coat (optional) 3 Remove all protective specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc...

4 Make sure project area is clean, presentable, and free from debris

EXTERIOR: 1 Apply desired sealer 2 Apply 2nd coat of sealer 3 Remove all protective specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc...

4 Make sure project area is clean, presentable, and free from debris

PRODUCTS & COVERAGE SKU:

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

DRY TIME:

Appropriate Concrete Protector repair products (see prep manual) 1 CT-1035

Xylene

2 CT-1013

Acetone

3

SI-1622--SI-1624

LRB

40 ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 4 - 6 hrs.

4

PFA-1002--PFA-1014

PermaFlex

200-260 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 1 - 8 hrs.

5

P-5826--P-5828

PermaFlex Catalyst

6

P-5820--P-5822

PermaFlex Accelerator CP Color Flakes

7

5-7 ft. per pound

SEALER OPTIONS SKU:

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

DRY TIME:

1 EN-6303

Epoxy Neat Coat

55-70 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 8 - 16 hrs.

2 UT-4501

WB 421 Gloss**

175 - 500 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 5 - 7 hrs.

3 UT-4499

WB 221 Satin**

175 - 500 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 5 - 7 hrs.

4 UT-4513

SLV Poly 90**

175 - 250 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 4 - 8 hrs.

5 TJ-3113

High Noon Acrylic Floor Finish**

1500-3000 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 1 - 2 hrs.

6 TJ-3125

Satin Armor Acrylic Floor Finish**

1500-3000 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 1 - 2 hrs.

7 UT-4403--UT-4401

GraniSeal

160-240 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 1 - 2.5 hrs.

8 UT-4515--UT-4527

Perfect Poly 90

100-200 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 1 - 2.5 hrs.

** Used as an optional topcoat with Neat Coat Epoxy * Coverages and dry times vary depending on application techniques and temperature. Estimations are based on 70 degrees, 30 percent relative humidity. For more information, refer to TDS sheets.

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GRANIFLEX™ TOOLS SKU:

TOOL:

1 TP-7507

2” Green Specialty Tape

2 TL-7235

Mixing Tarps

3 TL-7361-- TL-7365

Assorted Mixing Containers & Cups

4 RL-4325, RL-4335, RL-4319

4”,9”, or 18” Roller Frames

5 RL-4323, RL-4341, RL-4313

4”, 9”, or 18” 3/8” Nap Roller Covers

6 TL-7393, TL-7395

Threaded and Tapered Roller Poles

7 RL-4343

2” Chip Brushes

8 TL-7107

16” Stand Up Metal Scraper

9 ET-7323

Gloves

10 TL-7127

Large Low Viscosity Wand

11 ET-7255

1/8” Notched Squeegee

12 TCR-1001

WTF Top Coat Roller

13 RL-4317

Roller End Caps

14 RL-4309

18” Paint Tray

15 TL-7353, TL-7349

Spiked Shoes

16 TL-7303

Pail Opener

17 PB-7211--PB-7215

Pulse- Bac Vacuum

18 TL-7103

18” Magic Trowel

19

Leaf Blower/ Push Broom

20

Dustpan

21

Variable Speed Drill

22

5 Gallon Mixing Buckets

23

Mixing Paddle

COST & PRICING 1 Typical Product Cost:

$2.30 - $3.50 per sq. ft.

2 Typical Pricing:

$6.50 - $9.50 per sq. ft.

BENEFITS & FEATURES 1

Beautiful granite-like resurfacing

2

Fast turn-around times

3

Landscaping isn’t torn-up like a typical concrete tear-out & replacement

4

Unlimited color options with flake color blends and designs

5

Less expensive than replacement

6

Unique...not the same old gray

GraniFlex is a flexible and beautiful rubber membrane system. Perfect application for pool decks, driveways, sidewalks, patios, porches, garage floors, basement floors, kitchen areas, restrooms, living areas and more.

Useful for both exterior or interior! The flexible penetration technology of this product never gets brittle over time and cures as tough as truck tires INSIDE the capillaries of your concrete. 1000’s of colorful flake combinations.

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GRANIFLEX™

TIPS & TRICKS 1

OPENING BUCKETS:

2

EXAMPLES OF AN EASY WAY TO MIX:

3

ACCELERATOR:

A five-gallon pail of Permaflex has a deep lid (compared to the one-gallon pail of Permaflex) and it is hard to remove . . .

UNLESS, you use the following method to remove it: •With a utility knife, cut every 2.5 - 3 inches around the lid and then use a plastic pail opener to remove.

• After removing the lid, premix your Permaflex to color consistency • Pour half of the pail of Permaflex into another same-sized pail (visually verify equal amounts in each pail) • Open the catalyst associated with the Permaflex (an 8 oz bottle for a 5-gallon pail and a 1.6 oz bottle for a 1-gallon pail) and pour half of that bottle into your split Permaflex (visually verify half of the bottle).

• Open the accelerator associated with the Permaflex (a 32 oz bottle for a 5-gallon pail and a 6.4 oz bottle for a 1-gallon pail) and pour half of that bottle into your split Permaflex if your objective is “Regular Acceleration”. (If your objective is “Double Acceleration”, pour the complete bottle of accelerator in).

• Mix for 30 - 45 seconds • Add solvent (typically 10 - 20% by volume).

• Mix for another 2 mins. or so until well blended The “slow-set” or “regular-set” time is 4-6 hours (and is what you get when you add the accelerator that automatically comes along with your Permaflex). This slow set amount is 5% accelerator by volume (6.4 oz of accelerator per gallon).

Additional accelerator can be purchased to speed up set time to a 1-2 hour set time (“fast-set”). Humidity in the air is the biggest factor on speed of set . . . the more humidity, the faster the PermaFlex sets!

10% accelerator by volume is considered “fast-set” (12.8 oz of accelerator per gallon).

4

SOLVENT:

5

LONG POT LIFE:

6

PRIME COAT:

Extra solvent may be required when slab temps are extremely cold. Permaflex hitting a cold, cold slab will thicken and make it harder to work with.

Consider going with high solvent percentages (not exceeding 25% solvent by volume.

PermaFlex will not completely solidify in your pail during your application. After Catalyzed and Accelerated it can only form a skin on the surface (needing removed) and/or thicken up a bit if application is long delayed. Just thin it down again and you’re ready for application!

You can either “dip and roll” your prime coat (out of an 18” paint tray) or pour it out, squeegee (using an 1/8” notched squeegee) and then back roll evenly with an 18” 3/8” roller cover. You are going for 240 sq ft per gallon.

Permaflex is not like paint where it goes on one color and dries another color (Permaflex goes on one color and stays that color).

A great idea is to tint your prime coat a slightly different color. For example, adding 3 to 4 oz of another color of Permaflex per gallon is a good way to shift the color (many contractors will add 8 oz of Black Permaflex to each 2.5 gallons of Permaflex to tint).

7

BUBBLES:

8

BROADCAST COAT:

If outgassing occurs (bubbles) it is advised to reroll (even if extremely tacky) to allow the bubbles to lay out.

You can apply Permaflex the same way on this coat but it may be advised to “dip and roll” this coat before broadcasting to ensure a thin, even coat.

What you DON’T want to have happen is to make up your Permaflex a bit on the thick side, pour it out and then fail to roll it out evenly (which can happen to inexperienced installers). If this happens, then there is a chance of your Permaflex penetrating up around your flakes in the thick spots on the floor and making the floor look blotchy.

With our color flakes there are endless color combinations and endless possibilities!

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GRANIFLEX™

COLOR CHART

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GRANIFLEX™

COLOR CHART

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GRANIQUARTZ STEP-BY-STEP MANUAL

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GRANIQUARTZ PERSONAL PROTECTION It’s always recommended to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the task at hand and follow your employer’s safety policy. Commonly known PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, earplugs, respirators, etc, are recommended as needed.

For further information on OSHA requirements, visit https://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3151.pdf

INSTRUCTIONS: PREP

(For in-depth instructions, see Prep Manual) 1 Prep surface to be coated by shot blasting/acid washing, etc 2 Use appropriate TCP repair products to fill holes, cracks & control joints 3 Thoroughly clean surface 4 Protect surfaces not to be coated using specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc...

PRIME COAT 1 Set up mix station 2 Pre-mix PermaFlex until well blended 3 Add correct measurements of PermaFlex Catalyst (1.6 oz. per 1 gal.), and PermaFlex Accelerator (6.4 oz. per 1 gal. for slow set/ 12.8 oz. per gal. for fast set), mix until well blended 4 Add desired amount of solvent (10%-20% by volume), mix until well blended 5 Pour mixed product on floor in a ribbon pattern 6 Wearing spiked shoes and using a 1/8” notched squeegee, spread PermaFlex on floor 7 Using a 3/8” nap roller, backroll for consistent coverage 8 Let dry 9 Patch any cracks, holes, etc.. with an LRB/TAV mixture (2 Parts LRB to 1 Part TAV) (Optional) LRB Flood Coat (10%-15% water + LRB Catalyst)

BROADCAST COAT 1 Pre-mix PermaFlex until well blended 2 Mix in correct measurements of PermaFlex Catalyst (1.6 oz. per 1 gal.), and PermaFlex Accelerator (6.4 oz. per 1 gal. slow set/ 12.8 oz. per gal. fast set) mix until well blended 3 Mix in desired amount of solvent (10%-20% by volume) until well blended 4 Pour mixed product on floor in a ribbon pattern 5 Wearing spiked shoes and using a 1/8” notched squeegee, apply PermaFlex on floor 6 Using a 3/8” nap roller, backroll for consistent coverage

2ND BROADCAST COAT ) 1 Wearing spiked shoes and using a 3⁄8” nap roller, apply 1 coat of sealer 2 Broadcast Color Quartz 3 Let Dry 4 Using a leaf blower or broom and dustpan, collect excess quartz 5 Using a vacuum, remove all dirt and excess Color Quartz from floor

7 Broadcast Color Quartz 8 Let dry 9 Using a leaf blower or broom and dustpan, collect excess quartz 10 Using a vacuum, remove all dirt and excess Color Quartz from floor ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 McKINLEY RD.,ST. MARYS, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

GRANIQUARTZ SEALING INTERIOR: 1 Apply desired sealer 2 Apply desired top coat (optional) 3 Remove all protective specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc...

4 Make sure project area is clean, presentable, and free from debris

EXTERIOR: 1 Apply desired sealer 2 Apply 2nd coat of sealer 3 Remove all protective specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc...

4 Make sure project area is clean, presentable, and free from debris

PRODUCTS & COVERAGE SKU:

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

DRY TIME:

Appropriate Concrete Protector repair products (see prep manual) 1 CT-1035

Xylene

2 CT-1013

Acetone

3

SI-1622--SI-1624

LRB

40 ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 4 - 6 hrs.

4

PFA-1002--PFA-1014

PermaFlex

200-260 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 1 - 8 hrs.

5

P-5826--P-5828

PermaFlex Catalyst

6

P-5820--P-5822

PermaFlex Accelerator

7 CQ-BLD--CQ-SLD CP Color Quartz

Single Broadcast 2 ft. per pound Double Broadcast 1 ft. per pound

SEALER OPTIONS SKU:

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

DRY TIME:

1 EN-6303

Epoxy Neat Coat

55-70 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 8 - 16 hrs.

2 UT-4501

WB 421 Gloss**

175 - 500 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 5 - 7 hrs.

3 UT-4499

WB 221 Satin**

175 - 500 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 5 - 7 hrs.

4 UT-4513

SLV Poly 90**

175 - 250 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 4 - 8 hrs.

5 TJ-3113

High Noon Acrylic Floor Finish**

1500-3000 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 1 - 2 hrs.

6 TJ-3125

Satin Armor Acrylic Floor Finish**

1500-3000 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 1 - 2 hrs.

7 UT-4403--UT-4401

GraniSeal

160-240 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 1 - 2.5 hrs.

8 UT-4515--UT-4527

Perfect Poly 90

100-200 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 1 - 2.5 hrs.

** Used as an optional topcoat with Neat Coat Epoxy * Coverages and dry times vary depending on application techniques and temperature. Estimations are based on 70 degrees, 30 percent relative humidity. For more information, refer to TDS sheets.

To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 McKINLEY RD.,ST. MARYS, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

GRANIQUARTZ TOOLS SKU:

TOOL:

1 TP-7507

2” Green Specialty Tape

2 TL-7235

Mixing Tarps

3 TL-7361-- TL-7365

Assorted Mixing Containers & Cups

4 RL-4325, RL-4335, RL-4319

4”,9”, or 18” Roller Frames

5 RL-4323, RL-4341, RL-4313

4”, 9”, or 18” 3/8” Nap Roller Covers

6 TL-7393, TL-7395

Threaded and Tapered Roller Poles

7 RL-4343

2” Chip Brushes

8 ET-7323

Gloves

9 TL-7127

Large Low Viscosity Wand

10 ET-7255

1/8” Notched Squeegee

11 TCR-1001

WTF Top Coat Roller

12 RL-4317

Roller End Caps

13 RL-4309

18” Paint Tray

14 TL-7353, TL-7349

Spiked Shoes

15 TL-7303

Pail Opener

16 PB-7211--PB-7215

Pulse- Bac Vacuum

17 TL-7103

18” Magic Trowel

18

Leaf Blower/ Push Broom

19

Dustpan

20

Variable Speed Drill

21

5 Gallon Mixing Buckets

22

Mixing Paddle

COST & PRICING 1 Typical Product Cost Single Broadcast: $2.30 - $2.50 per sq. ft.

Add $2.00 with LRB Flood Coat 2 Typical Product Cost Double Broadcast: $3.30- $3.50 per sq. ft.

Add $2.00 with LRB Flood Coat

3 Typical Pricing Single Broadcast:

$6.50- $12.50 per sq. ft.

4 Typical Pricing Double Broadcast:

$8.50- $13.50 per sq. ft.

BENEFITS & FEATURES 1 Beautiful granite-like resurfacing 2 Fast turn-around times 3 High traction coefficient 4 Unlimited color options with quartz color blends and designs 5 Interior or exterior applications

GraniQuartz floor coatings make for safe, ergonomic and decorative resinous floors. This is a brilliantly color-coated system which provides flooring solutions for the most demanding heavy-traffic environments, specifically in areas which require high traction properties. Useful for BOTH interior and exterior with 1,000’s of colorful quartz combinations.

6 Superior durability and impact resistance To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 McKINLEY RD.,ST. MARYS, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

GRANIQUARTZ

TIPS & TRICKS 1 A five-gallon pail of Permaflex has a deep lid (compared to the one-gallon pail of Permaflex) and it is hard to remove . . .

UNLESS, you use the following method to remove it: •With a utility knife, cut every 2.5 - 3 inches around the lid and then use a plastic pail opener to remove.

2 The “slow-set” or “regular-set” time is 4-6 hours (and is what you get when you add the accelerator that automatically comes along with your Permaflex). This slow set amount is 5% accelerator by volume (6.4 oz of accelerator per gallon).

3 Additional accelerator can be purchased to speed up set time to a 1-2 hour set time (“fast-set”). Humidity in the air is the biggest factor on speed of set . . . the more humidity, the faster the PermaFlex sets!

4 10% accelerator by volume is considered “fast-set” (12.8 oz of accelerator per gallon).

5 Extra solvent may be required when slab temps are extremely cold. Permaflex hitting a cold, cold slab will thicken and make it harder to work with. Consider going with high solvent percentages (not exceeding 25% solvent by volume.

6 PermaFlex will not completely solidify in your pail during your application. After Catalyzed and Accelerated, it can only form a skin on the surface (needing removed) and/or thicken up a bit if application is long delayed. Just thin it down again and you’re ready for application!

7 You are going for 240 sq ft per gallon.Permaflex is not like paint where it goes on one color and dries another color (Permaflex goes on one color and stays that color).

A great idea is to tint your prime coat a slightly different color. For example, adding 3 to 4 oz of another color of Permaflex per gallon is a good way to shift the color (many contractors will add 8 oz of Black Permaflex to each 2.5 gallons of Permaflex to tint).

8 If outgassing occurs (bubbles) it is advised to reroll (even if extremely tacky) to allow the bubbles to lay out.

9 What you DON’T want to have happen is to make up your Permaflex a bit on the thick side, pour it out and then fail to roll it out evenly (which can happen to inexperienced installers). If this happens, then there is a chance of your Permaflex penetrating up around your flakes in the thick spots on the floor and making the floor look blotchy.

10 Quartz is the 4th strongest mineral on Earth. Promoting this strength is a great selling point.

11 To avoid depositing lines on your project, never use a metal scraper to scrape the quartz. Use only a push broom or leaf blower.

12 When installing a quartz broadcast, always plan and be prepared to install a double broadcast. It’s difficult to observe evenness of the first broadcast, and oftentimes, a second broadcast is needed.

13 Using filament tape, adding a design is a great way to enhance the project and upsell to your customer.

To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 McKINLEY RD.,ST. MARYS, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

GRANIQUARTZ

COLOR CHART

QUARTZ COLOR GRANULES CHART

WHITE Q1010

EGGSHELL Q1015

FLINT Q1350

ASH Q1310

IVORY Q1210

BLACK Q1020

BUFF Q1280

TAN Q1240

TAUPE Q1250

SMOKE Q1320

GRAVEL Q1330

SIENNA Q1260

BEIGE Q1220

BUTTER Q1215

CAPPUCCINO Q1230

CHARCOAL Q1340

TOFFEE Q1290

BROWN Q1270

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GRANIQUARTZ

COLOR CHART

QUARTZ COLOR GRANULES CHART

BLUSH Q1630

APRICOT Q1640

CRIMSON Q1640

RED Q1610

BORDEAUX Q1650

ORANGE Q1650

GINGER Q1510

YELLOW Q1710

MUSTARD Q1720

CLOVER Q1410

LEMONGRASS Q1440

VINEYARD Q1420

RAIN FOREST Q1160

ASPEN Q1150

SLATE Q1130

CAPRI Q1160

TEAL Q1140

COBALT Q1115

BLUE Q1110

NAVY Q1120

PLUM Q1810

LOGANBERRY Q1820

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GRANIQUARTZ

COLOR CHART

QUARTZ COLOR GRANULES CHART

CRYSTAL QB1001

TUNDRA QB1002

SOLSTICE QB1003

OYSTER QB1004

OXFORD QB1005

QUICKSAND QB1006

DALMATION QB1007

ECLIPSE QB1008

MATRIX QB1009

TWILIGHT QB1010

BREAKING DAWN 1011

COCONUT 1012

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GRANIQUARTZ

COLOR CHART

QUARTZ COLOR GRANULES CHART

BISCUIT QB1013

DAVENPORT QB1014

DRIFTWOOD BQ1015

RUBY QB1025

TRADEWINDS QB1016

AQUARIUM QB1017

NEW MOON QB1018

MARINA QB1019

CLEARWATER QB1020

MOSSY OAK QB1021

AVOCADO QB1022

CINNAMON QB1023

FIREHOUSE Q1024

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GRANIQUARTZ

COLOR CHART

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ITALIAN MARBLE STEP-BY-STEP MANUAL

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ITALIAN MARBLE PERSONAL PROTECTION It’s always recommended to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the task at hand and follow your employer’s safety policy. Commonly known PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, earplugs, respirators, etc, are recommended as needed.

For further information on OSHA requirements, visit https://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3151.pdf

INSTRUCTIONS: PREP

(For in-depth instructions, see Prep Manual) 1 Prep surface to be coated by shot blasting/grinding/acid washing, etc...

2 Use appropriate TCP repair products to fill holes, cracks & control joints 3 Thoroughly clean surface 4 Protect surfaces not to be coated using specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc…

PRIME COAT 1 Set up mix station 2 Pre-pigment desired amount of Epoxy Neat Coat Part A needed for project.

It is recommended to do this the day before (1 bottle of Metallic Pigment to every 2 gallons of Epoxy Neat Coat Part A) *Optional- Use 1 bottle of Pearl Metallic Pigment to every gallon of Epoxy Neat Coat Part A. *Optional- For veining, use 1 bottle of Metallic Pigment to every 2 gallons of Epoxy Neat Coat Part A. 3 Thoroughly mix Epoxy Neat Coat Part B into pre-colored Epoxy Neat Coat Part A for 2-3 minutes (2 parts A to 1 part B) 4 Pour mixed epoxy into a “job” bucket 5 Mix for additional 10-15 seconds in “job” bucket 6 When using multiple colors, for each color, refer to Step #2 - Step #5 7 Remember…”Out of the Bucket, Onto the Floor”- Using a magic trowel, notched squeegee, or roller, apply “prime coat” *Optional: Apply veins 8 Let dry 9 Address imperfections in “prime coat” by scraping, sanding, etc…

MARBLE COAT 1 Thoroughly mix Epoxy Neat Coat Part B into pre-pigmented Epoxy Neat Coat Part A for 2-3 minutes (2 parts A to 1 part B) 2 Pour mixed epoxy into a “job” bucket 3 Mix for additional 10-15 seconds in “job” bucket 4 When using multiple colors, for each color, refer to Step # 1 - Step #3 5 Remember…”Out of the Bucket, Onto the Floor”-Using a magic trowel, notched squeegee, or roller, apply “marble coat” 6 *Optional: Apply veins 7 Let dry 8 Address imperfections in “marble coat” by scraping, sanding, etc…

To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 McKINLEY RD.,ST. MARYS, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

ITALIAN MARBLE

BORDERS *optional 1 Using 1/4” Green Specialty Tape, tape out desired border shape.

2 Using 2” Green Speciality Tape, apply over ¼’ tape on areas not to be coated, leaving the border exposed while protecting the surrounding area.

3 Thoroughly mix Epoxy Neat Coat Part B into pre-colored Epoxy Neat Coat Part A for 2-3 minutes (2 parts A to 1 part B) 4 Pour mixed epoxy into a “job” bucket 5 Mix for additional 10-15 seconds in “job” bucket 6 Remember…”Out of the Bucket, Onto the Floor”- Using a 4” or 6” 3/8” nap roller cover, thinly apply border color 7 While border is still wet, use Marbleizing Sprays to decorate with marbling effects 8 Let dry

MARBLEIZING SPRAY COAT 1 Using Marbelizing Sprays, apply over the dry “marble coat’ creating marbled veining throughout the entire floor *Optional- If using multiple colors, apply one color right after the other after the previous color is dry 2 Let dry

NEAT COAT SEALING 1 Set up mix station 2 Pre-Mix Epoxy Neat Coat Part A and Epoxy Neat Coat Part B separately for 3 min.

3 Thoroughly mix Epoxy Neat Coat Part B into Epoxy Neat Coat Part A for 2-3 minutes (2 parts A to 1 part B) 4 Pour mixed epoxy into a “job” bucket 5 Mix for additional 10-15 seconds in “job” bucket 6 Remember…”Out of the Bucket, Onto the Floor”- Using a magic trowel, notched squeegee, or roller, apply “seal coat” 7 Let Dry”

SEALING 1 Apply desired topcoat (Optional) 2 Remove all protective specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc 3 Make sure project area is clean, presentable, and free from debris”

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ITALIAN MARBLE

PRODUCTS & COVERAGE Appropriate Concrete Protector repair products (see prep manual) SKU:

PRODUCT:

1 CT-1035

Xylene for cleaning

2 EN-6303

Epoxy Neat Coat

COVERAGE:

DRY TIME:

55-70 sq. ft. per gallon

*Dry Time = 8-16 hrs.

Border 100-150 sq. ft. per gallon

*Dry Time= 8-16 hrs.

Sealer 80-100sq. ft. per gallon

*Dry Time= 8-16 hrs.

3 MQ-001- MQ-025

CP Metallic Marble Pigments

1 Bottle Metallic Pigment to every 2 gallons of Epoxy Neat Coat Part A

4 SE-2809 - SE-2836

Barricade Acrylic Color Pak

8oz. Barricade Acrylic Color Pak to 1 gallon of Epoxy Neat Coat Part A

5 MQ-601L - MQ-611L

Marbelizing Spray

20-300 sq. ft

TOP COAT OPTIONS SKU:

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

DRY TIME:

1 UT-4501

WB 421 Gloss

175-500 sq. ft. per gallon

*Dry Time = 5-7 hrs.

2 UT-4499

WB 221 Satin

175 - 500 sq. ft. per gallon

*Dry Time = 5-7 hrs.

3 UT-4513

SLV P90

175 - 250 sq. ft. per gallon

*Dry Time = 4-8 hrs.

4 TJ-3113

High Noon Acrylic Floor Finish

1500-3000 sq. ft. per gallon

*Dry Time = 1-2 hrs.

5 TJ-3125

Satin Armor Acrylic Floor Finish

1500-3000 sq. ft. per gallon

*Dry Time = 1-2 hrs.

* Coverages and dry times vary depending on application techniques and temperature. Estimations are based on 70 degrees, 30 percent relative humidity. For more information, refer to TDS sheets. ** Can be used as an optional topcoat with Neat Coat Epoxy

TOOLS SKU:

TOOL:

SKU:

TOOL:

1 TP-7505

¼” Green Specialty Tape

10 RL-4309

18” Paint Tray

2 TL-7235

Mixing Tarps

11 TL-7393, TL-7395

Threaded and Tapered Roller Poles

3 TL-7127

Large Low Viscosity Wand

12 TL-7353, TL-7349

Spiked Shoes

4 TL-7103

Magic Trowel (18” popular size)

13 RL-4343

2” Chip Brushes

5 RL-4323, RL-4341, RL-4313

4”, 9”, or 18” 3/8” Nap Roller Covers

14 TL-7303

Pail Opener

6 RL-4325, RL-4335, RL-4319

4”, 9”, or 18” Roller Frames

15 ET-7323

Gloves

7 TCR-1001

WTF Top Coat Roller

16 ET-7257

3/16” Notched Squeegee

8 RL-4317

Roller End Caps

17 TJ-3100, TJ-3115, TJ-3119 Micro Fiber Frame, Pole and Pad

9 TP-7507

2” Green Tape

18

5 Gallon Mixing buckets

19

Low-Speed Drill

COST & PRICING 1 Typical Product Cost: $2.50 - $2.75 sq. ft.

2 Typical Pricing: $7.00 - $12.00 sq. ft.

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ITALIAN MARBLE BENEFITS & FEATURES 1 Application temperatures between 55 F-85 F 2 1,000’s of color combinations 3 Glow-in-the-Dark Options 4 Commercial Grade Products Italian Marble is a timeless flooring option that has graced the finest castles, mansions, and hotel lobbies for centuries. The Concrete Protector was the first company in the decorative concrete industry to accurately reproduce this high-end look for your most discerning customers.

The Concrete Protector’s Italian Marble Epoxy system adds a unique marbleizing spray process to our classic Metallic Marble stain to reproduce the elegant veining and patterns that have made marble so sought after.

Use our realistic marble technique to add sophistication and depth to your next project.

TIPS & TRICKS THE MOST IMPORTANT TIP:

“OUT OF THE BUCKET AND ONTO THE FLOOR” Leaving the epoxy too long in the bucket will cause it to heat up and start smoking.

DO NOT POUR HOT EPOXY ON YOUR PROJECT. You must premix Part A for 3 minutes BEFORE pouring out of the bucket and adding metallic pigment to it.

1.5 - 3 mixed gallons at a time is a typical amount to work with for each color batch (use appropriate workforce for the size of project that you are doing).

It is a good idea to have each area of your whole project premeasured & marked off before starting with your prime coat. Even though this is not as critical in the prime coat, you’ll definitely want to be getting your average of 60 sq. ft. per gallon when you get to your marble coat.

When Magic Troweling your marble coat: Pull the epoxy across the floor to blend one color over the other and evenly cover the previous coat (use the magic trowel to pull and apply epoxy along the edges of the walls and around other obstacles). After you have your batched area coated, walk back into the epoxy to where you started, and lightly float the magic trowel over the surface of the colored epoxy (like washing a window with a squeegee . . . lightly floating the magic trowel over the surface of the epoxy to help level it out).

All colored ribbons, drips, and puddles should be manipulated with your magic trowel, rollers or a combination of these to “smear” one color over top of and with the other colors to blend and marbleize.

Single Metallic colors look great as well as 2 color combos. Keep in mind that the more colors you do, the more complex the project becomes (with a greater chance for error).

Use The Concrete Protector’s large low viscosity mixing wand for mixing. This is the correct mixing wand to ensure that you are not whipping air into your epoxy.

Do not use a high-speed drill. Do not mix so fast that you get the “tornado effect” in the product as it spins around the bucket (at this speed, you may suck air down into the epoxy . . . potentially entrapping it and possibly causing bubbles).

Make sure the room is at a steady temperature or the temperature is on the decrease when applying the epoxy. A room with floor temps rising while curing may cause the slab to breathe out and possibly cause outgassing bubbles).

It is a good idea to have ALL of your Marble Coat batches premeasured ahead of time (for both colored Part A Resin & Part B Hardener). This is called “batching”. This way, all your mixer has to do is pour the Part B into the colored Part A and then mix. The less thinking involved in the mixing step, the less chance there is for mistakes.

Use the appropriate labor force for the job that you’re doing. Most residential projects may require 3 workers. One person dedicated to mixing only.

One person as your “runner”, taking buckets of mixed epoxy from the mixing area to the floor, and one person as the main applicator/finisher.

Mark all “job” buckets to visually indicate the job buckets from mixing buckets. Apply painters tape around the buckets that you are designating as “job buckets” to clearly indicate which buckets are job buckets and which buckets are mixing buckets. You DO NOT want to take mixing buckets (with possible unmixed Part A or B dripping off the bottom of it from a messy mixing station) onto your floor.

To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 McKINLEY RD.,ST. MARYS, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

ITALIAN MARBLE

TIPS & TRICKS (CONT.) When mixed epoxy is poured into your job bucket, make sure that the job bucket is sitting on a clean surface.

While removing the tape from the borders, you may notice a little bit of bleed. Any bleed can be removed by using a cloth dipped in xylene or acetone, scraping with a razor blade, or both.

Utilizing cardboard placed on both sides of the border while spraying the border with marbelizing spray is an easy way to protect the rest of the floor from overspray.

To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 McKINLEY RD.,ST. MARYS, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

ITALIAN MARBLE

COLOR CHART

METALLIC MARBLE COLOR CHART

DREAMSICLE

OCTOBER BLAZE

HONEY

FOREST

GRAY

ROYAL PURPLE

CORAL

BOWSER BEAN

OCEAN SHIMMER

GREEN APPLE

BATTLESHIP GRAY

DEEP MOCHA

BLUE LAGOON

GRAPHITE

JADE

MERMAID

BLUE JEAN

MOCHA

PEARL

SMOKE SCREEN

BLUSH

SCARLET

BURNT UMBER

LINCOLN PENNY

SAND

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ITALIAN MARBLE

COLOR CHART

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ITALIAN MARBLE

COLOR CHART

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METALLIC MARBLE STEP-BY-STEP MANUAL

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METALLIC MARBLE PERSONAL PROTECTION It’s always recommended to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the task at hand and follow your employer’s safety policy. Commonly known PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, earplugs, respirators, etc, are recommended as needed.

For further information on OSHA requirements, visit https://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3151.pdf

INSTRUCTIONS: PREP

(For in-depth instructions, see Prep Manual) 1 Prep surface to be coated by shot blasting/grinding/acid washing, etc...

2 Use appropriate TCP repair products to fill holes, cracks & control joints 3 Thoroughly clean surface 4 Protect surfaces not to be coated using specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc…

PRIME COAT 1 Set up mix station 2 Pre-pigment desired amount of Epoxy Neat Coat Part A needed for project.

It is recommended to do this the day before (1 bottle of Metallic Pigment to every 1-2 gallons of Epoxy Neat Coat Part A) 3 Thoroughly mix Epoxy Neat Coat Part B into pre-pigmented Epoxy Neat Coat Part A for 2-3 minutes (2 parts A to 1 part B) 4 Pour mixed epoxy into a “job” bucket 5 Mix for additional 10-15 seconds in “job” bucket 6 When using multiple colors, for each color, refer to Step #2 7 Using a magic trowel, notched squeegee, or roller, apply “prime coat” (Back roll with a 3/8” nap roller optional) 8 Let dry 9 Address imperfections in “prime coat” by scraping, sanding, etc…

MARBLE COAT 1 Thoroughly mix Epoxy Neat Coat Part B into pre-pigmented Epoxy Neat Coat Part A for 2-3 minutes (2 parts A to 1 part B) 2 Pour mixed epoxy into a “job” bucket 3 Mix for additional 10-15 seconds in “job” bucket 4 When using multiple colors, for each color, refer to Step # 2 under Prime Coat section 5 Using a magic trowel, notched squeegee, or roller, apply “marble coat” 6 Let dry 7 Remove all protective specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc...

8 Apply top coat (optional) 9 Make sure project area is clean, presentable, and free from debris To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 MCKINLEY RD. ST. MARY'S, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

METALLIC MARBLE

PRODUCTS & COVERAGE Appropriate Concrete Protector repair products (see prep manual) SKU:

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

DRY TIME:

*Dry Time = 8-16 hrs.

1 CT-1035

Xylene for cleaning

2 EN-6303

Epoxy Neat Coat

55-70 sq. ft. per gallon

3 MQ-001 thru MQ-025

CP Metallic Marble Pigments

(1 bottle of Metallic Pigment to every 1-2 gallons of Epoxy Neat Coat Part A)

SKU:

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

DRY TIME:

1 UT-4501

WB 421 Gloss

175 - 500 sq. ft. per gallon

*Dry Time = 5-7 hrs.

2 UT-4499

WB 221 Satin

175 - 500 sq. ft. per gallon

*Dry Time = 5-7 hrs.

3 UT-4513

SLV P90

175 - 250 sq. ft. per gallon

*Dry Time = 4-8 hrs.

4 TJ-3113

High Noon Acrylic Floor Finish

1,500 - 3,000 sq. ft. per gallon

*Dry Time = 1-2 hrs.

5 TJ-3125

Satin Armor Acrylic Floor Finish

1,500 - 3,000 sq. ft. per gallon

*Dry Time = 1-2 hrs.

SEALER OPTIONS

* Coverages and dry times vary depending on application techniques and temperature. Estimations are based on 70 degrees, 30 percent relative humidity. For more information, refer to TDS sheets. ** Used as an optional top coat with Neat Coat Epoxy * Coverages and dry times vary depending on application techniques and temperature. Estimations are based on 70 degrees, 30 percent relative humidity. For more information, refer to TDS sheets.

TOOLS SKU:

TOOL:

SKU:

TOOL:

1 TP-7507

2” Green Specialty Tape

10 RL-4309

18” Paint Tray

2 TL-7235

Mixing Tarps

11 TL-7393, TL-7395

Threaded and Tapered Roller Poles

3 TL-7127

Large Low Viscosity Wand

12 TL-7353, TL-7349

Spiked Shoes

4 ET-7255

1/8” Notched Squeegee

13 RL-4343

2” Chip Brushes

5 TL-7103

Magic Trowel (18” popular size)

14 TL-7303

Pail Opener

6 RL-4323, RL-4341, RL-4313

4”, 9”, or 18” 3/8” Nap Roller Covers

15 ET-7323

Gloves

7 RL-4325, RL-4335, RL-4319

4”, 9”, or 18” Roller Frames

16 TJ-3100, TJ-3115, TJ-3119 Micro Fiber Frame, Pole and Pad

8 TCR-1001

WTF Top Coat Roller

17

5 Gallon Mixing buckets

9 RL-4317

Roller End Caps

18

Low-Speed Drill

COST & PRICING 1 Typical Product Cost: $1.70 - $2.30 sq. ft.

2 Typical Pricing: $5.50 - $10.00 sq. ft.

To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 MCKINLEY RD. ST. MARY'S, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

METALLIC MARBLE BENEFITS & FEATURES 1 Application temperatures between 55 F-85 F 2 1,000’s of color combinations 3 Glow-in-the-Dark Options 4 Holographic Options 5 Commercial Grade Products Above and beyond traditional concrete staining! Our industrial strength clear epoxy combined with specially formulated metallic additives creates three-dimensional color, luster, and depth in your floor.

This popular process will amaze everyone that enters your business or home. Options include additional slip resistance, gloss or satin topcoats to simulate natural marble finishes. The results are amazing! The beauty of this floor will enhance your business or home like no other.

TIPS & TRICKS 1

THE MOST IMPORTANT TIP:

“OUT OF THE BUCKET AND ONTO THE FLOOR” Leaving the epoxy too long in the bucket will cause it to heat up and start smoking.

DO NOT POUR HOT EPOXY ON YOUR PROJECT. Whenever you break a kit, you must premix Part A for 3 minutes BEFORE pouring out of the bucket and adding metallic pigment to it.

For example: If you are not using a full 1-gallon pail of Part A in the batch that you are making, you must premix the full 1 gallon of Part A (in the original bucket) before pouring out of it & adding metallic to it. If this is not done, the metallic powder may absorb additives that have risen to the top and it may have negative effects on your epoxy. If you are mixing a whole kit at once (pouring and scraping the sides of 2 complete one-gallon Part A pails into your mixing bucket), you don’t have to premix the Part A. 1.5 - 3 mixed gallons at a time is a typical amount to work with for each color batch (use appropriate workforce for the size of project that you are doing).

EXAMPLE if making 3-gallon batches: The popular color combo of 50% Deep Mocha and 50% Lincoln Penny = 3 gallons x 60 sq. ft. x 2 colors = you should be working in 360 sq. ft. areas. Measure out 360 sq. ft. areas and use painters tape on the wall (each side of the room) as a visual reference to indicate each area. In this example, you are putting down 3 gallons of Deep Mocha and 3 gallons of Lincoln Penny within a 360 sq. ft. area. 360/6 gallons = 60 sq. ft. per gallon.

It is a good idea to have each area of your whole project premeasured & marked off before starting with your prime coat. Even though this is not as critical in the prime coat, you’ll definitely want to be getting your average of 60 sq. ft. per gallon when you get to your marble coat.

When Magic Troweling your marble coat: Pull the epoxy across the floor to blend one color over the other and evenly cover the previous coat (use the magic trowel to pull and apply epoxy along the edges of the walls and around other obstacles). After you have your area coated, walk back into the epoxy to where you started, and lightly float the magic trowel over the surface of the colored epoxy (like washing a window with a squeegee . . . lightly floating the magic trowel over the surface of the epoxy to help level it out).

What you don’t want is . . . make the floor to look like someone just threw paint all over the floor. All colored ribbons, drips, and puddles should be manipulated with your magic trowel, rollers, or a combination of these to “smear” one color over top of and with the other colors to blend and marbleize.

Single Metallic colors look great as well as 2 color combos. Keep in mind that the more colors you do, the more complex the project becomes (with a greater chance for error).

Use The Concrete Protector’s large low viscosity mixing wand for mixing. This is the correct mixing wand to ensure that you are not whipping air into your epoxy.

Do not use a high-speed drill. Do not mix so fast that you get the “tornado effect” in the product as it spins around the bucket (at this speed, you may suck air down into the epoxy . . . potentially entrapping it and possibly causing bubbles).

Make sure the room is at a steady temperature or the temperature is on the decrease when applying the epoxy. A room with floor temps rising while curing may cause the slab to breathe out and possibly cause outgassing bubbles). Do whatever it takes to control room temps. If it means putting aluminum foil on the windows to block and reflect the sun, then do it.

To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code.

©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 MCKINLEY RD. ST. MARY'S , OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

METALLIC MARBLE

TIPS & TRICKS (CONT.) 2 It is highly recommended to have ALL of your Marble Coat batches premeasured ahead of time (for both colored Part A Resin & Part B Hardener).

This is called “batching”. This way, all your mixer has to do is pour the Part B into the colored Part A and then mix. The less thinking involved in the mixing step, the less chance there is for mistakes.

Use the appropriate labor force for the job that you’re doing. Most residential projects may require 3 workers. One person dedicated to mixing only.

One person as your “runner”, taking buckets of mixed epoxy from the mixing area to the floor, and one person as the main applicator/finisher.

Mark all “job” buckets to visually indicate the job buckets from mixing buckets. Apply painters tape around the buckets that you are designating as “job buckets” to clearly indicate which buckets are job buckets and which buckets are mixing buckets. You DO NOT want to take mixing buckets (with possible unmixed Part A or B dripping off the bottom of it from a messy mixing station) onto your floor.

When mixed epoxy is poured into your job bucket, make sure that the job bucket is sitting on a clean surface.

REPAIRS IF NEEDED:

SCRATCHES: Using a non-scratch Scotch Brite pad, rub surface, then clean to see if that removes the scratch.

You may then have to “spot wax” with our acrylic floor finish (High Noon or Satin Armor Floor Finish) . . . only if necessary.

If there is a deeper scratch and the Scotch Brite pad/wax doesn’t do the trick, use 220 grit sandpaper or screen (or higher) to lightly sand the spot/area then 1 - 3 coats of acrylic floor finish.

To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 MCKINLEY RD. ST. MARY'S, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

METALLIC MARBLE

COLOR CHART

METALLIC MARBLE COLOR CHART

DREAMSICLE

OCTOBER BLAZE

HONEY

FOREST

GRAY

ROYAL PURPLE

CORAL

BOWSER BEAN

OCEAN SHIMMER

GREEN APPLE

BATTLESHIP GRAY

DEEP MOCHA

BLUE LAGOON

GRAPHITE

JADE

MERMAID

BLUE JEAN

MOCHA

PEARL

SMOKE SCREEN

BLUSH

SCARLET

BURNT UMBER

LINCOLN PENNY

SAND

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POLYHARD SL STEP-BY-STEP MANUAL

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POLYHARD SL PERSONAL PROTECTION It’s always recommended to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the task at hand and follow your employer’s safety policy. Commonly known PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, earplugs, respirators, etc, are recommended as needed.

For further information on OSHA requirements, visit https://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3151.pdf

INSTRUCTIONS: PREP

(For in-depth instructions, see Prep Manual) 1 Prep surface to be coated by shot blasting/acid washing, ect...

2 Use appropriate TCP repair products to fill holes, cracks & control joints 3 Keyhole any open termination points 4 Thoroughly clean surface 5 Protect surfaces not to be coated using specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc…

APPLICATION

1 Set up mix station

2 Combine PolyHard Part A and PolyHard Part B while scraping the sides of the bucket, mix for approximately 30 seconds until color conformity 3 Add PolyHard Part C, mix approximately for 2 minutes 4 Wearing spiked shoes and using a ½” notched squeegee or gauge rake spread mixed PolyHard on the floor 5 Using a loop roller, backroll for air release Broadcast sand or quartz into wet slurry 6 Let dry 7 Collect and clean up excess sand or quartz by brooming OPTIONAL APPLICATION - DECORATIVE If using a decorative quartz, a double broadcast is needed 1 Following the clean up of the initial broadcast, apply 1 coat of desired clear sealer 2 Broadcast decorative quartz into wet sealer 3 Let dry 4 Collect and clean up quartz by brooming

SEALING Functional Application 1 Apply desired colored sealer 2 Remove all protective specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc 3 Make sure project area is clean, presentable, and free from debris Decorative Application 1 Apply desired clear sealer 2 Apply desired top coat (Optional) 3 Remove all protective specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc 4 Make sure project area is clean, presentable, and free from debris To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 ST. MARYS, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

POLYHARD SL

PRODUCTS & COVERAGE Appropriate Concrete Protector repair products (see prep manual) SKU:

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

DRY TIME:

1 IC- 018

PolyHard SL Kit

30-60 sq. ft. per kit

*Dry Time= 7-9 hrs.

2 FK-719

Sand

2 ft. per pound

3 CQ-BLD - CQ-SLD

Quartz

1 ft. per pound

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

DRY TIME:

1 EM-4513

Super Nova

100-200 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 4-8 hrs.

2 UT-4453

ProtectorThane Clear

100-200 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 6-8 hrs.

3 U -4515--UT-4527

Perfect Poly 90

80-200 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 1-2.5 hrs.

SEALER OPTIONS SKU:

* Coverages and dry times vary depending on application techniques and temperature. Estimations are based on 70 degrees, 30 percent relative humidity. For more information, refer to TDS sheets.

TOOLS SKU:

TOOL:

SKU:

TOOL:

1 TP-7507

2” Green Specialty Tape

13 TCR-1001 1

8” WTF Top Coat Roller

2 TL-7235

Mixing Tarps

14 RL-4317

Roller End Caps

3 TL-7361-- TL-7365

Asst. Mixing Containers & Cups

15 RL-4309

18” Paint Tray

4 TL-7393, TL-7395

Threaded &Tapered Roller Poles

16 TL-7353, TL-7349

Spiked Shoes

5 RL-4343 2”

Chip Brushes

17 TL-7303

Pail Opener

6 ET-7323

Gloves

18 TL-7103

18” Multi-Use Trowel

7 TL-7127

Large Low Viscosity Wand (for mixing sealer)

19 CT-1035

Cleaning Xylene

8 ET-7261 1⁄2”

Notched Squeegee

20 CT-1013

Cleaning Acetone

9 TL-7113 24”

Wire Gauge rake

21 WEV- 420

Warrior Vacuum

10 RL-4305 18”

Looped Polymer Cover

22

Leaf Blower/ Push Broom

11 RL-4325, RL-4335, RL-4319

4”,9”, or 18” Roller Frames

23

Dustpan

12 RL-4323, RL-4341, RL-4313

4”, 9”, or 18” 3⁄8” Nap Roller Covers

24

Variable Speed Drill

25

5 Gallon Mixing Buckets

COST & PRICING 1 Typical Product Cost: $2.50 - $3.50 sq. ft.

2 Typical Pricing: $8.00 - $12.00 sq. ft.

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POLYHARD SL BENEFITS & FEATURES 1 The Concrete Protector’s Polyhard SL (Self- Leveling) is a low odor, 3 part urethane polymer slurry product with self leveling qualities.

2 This extremely heavy duty flooring system is typically applied at 1/8” thickness and is specially formulated to protect against thermal shock, impact, and chemical exposure while providing you with a durable, high performance floor, while meeting USDA, FDA, and CFIA standards.

3 PolyHard SL has a high moisture vapor tolerance. Polyhard SL is a high quality slurry that can be installed from a 1/8” neat system to a 3/16” with a media broadcast (3 to 4.8 mm) thickness. The best and most versatile slurry on the market today!

TIPS & TRICKS 1 Higher humidity will cause the material to dry faster.

2 If bubbling occurs, stop application and apply a skim coat 3 Wait approximately 5-10 minutes before broadcasting sand or quartz.

4 If broadcasting too soon, broadcast media can sink and be lost in the wet product.

5 While broadcasting, look for “shiny spots” which indicate slurry seeping up through the sand or quartz and apply more broadcast media 6 If blotchiness occurs after broadcast clean-up, a double broadcast may be necessary 7 Keep edges fresh and wet 8 While rolling, leave several feet of unbroadcasted PolyHard as not to create roller lines by rolling wet product on existing broadcast media 9 Do not apply at temps below 40F or above 90F 10 Do not break kits into smaller batches, only use full kits 11 For larger projects, multiple mixers are useful to speed up the application process

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CONCRETE PREP STEP-BY-STEP MANUAL

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CONCRETE PREP PERSONAL PROTECTION It’s always recommended to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the task at hand and follow your employer’s safety policy. Commonly known PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, earplugs, respirators, etc, are recommended as needed.

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INSTRUCTIONS: ACID ETCHING (If applying repairs, see Repair Manual) 1 Establish water source 2 Set up mix station 3 (Option) Apply baking soda around the perimeter of the project, for protection and acid neutralization 4 Mix Muriatic Acid with water (1 Part Acid to 2-4 Parts water) 5 Using a plastic water sprinkling container, cover entire concrete with acid, making sure bubbling is occuring 6 Using a push broom, work mixture into concrete 7 Using a Hover Scrubber, clean the concrete 8 Using a pressure washer and wand, clean and rinse the concrete, paying attention to edges and problem areas 9 Neutralize surface using baking soda mixture (1 Cup Baking Soda to 1 gal. water) 10 Using a pressure washer and wand, rinse the surface 11 Make sure project and surrounding area is clean, and free from debris

SHOT BLASTING (If applying repairs, see Repair Manual) 1 Establish power source 2 Fill shot blaster with steel shot 3 Attach shot blaster to vacuum 4 Shot blast surface, overlapping 30%-50% 5 Using a magnetic broom, collect excess shot (repeat if necessary) 6 (Optional Exterior) Remove excess shot with leaf blower 7 Vacuum Surface (repeat if necessary) 8 Make sure project and surrounding area is clean, and free from debris

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CONCRETE PREP GRINDING (CONT.) 3 Attach grinder to vacuum 4 Using a Hum- B Grinder, edge grind the perimeter and all areas in need of spot grinding 5 Grind surface, overlapping 30%- 50%, crosshatch as needed 6 Vacuum Surface (repeat if necessary) 7 Make sure project and surrounding area is clean, and free from debris

PRODUCTS & COVERAGE SKU:

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

DRY TIME:

1 CT-1017

Muriatic Acid

270-280 sq. ft. per. Gal of diluted acid

2 TL-7345

Shot

1,000 sq. ft. per 50lb. bag

*Dry Time= 10-40 min.)*

ACID ETCHING PRODUCTS & TOOLS SKU:

TOOL:

1 EQ-7137

Honda GX390- 4,000 PSI Pressure Washer with Wand and Hoses

2 EQ-7145

CP Hover Scrubber

3 TL-7235

Tarps

4 CT-1017

Muriatic Acid

5

Push Broom

6

5 Gallon Buckets

7

Cordless Drill and Paddle, or Stir Sticks

8

Plastic Water Sprinkling Container

9

Dust Pan

10

Baking Soda

SHOTBLASTING PRODUCTS & TOOLS SKU:

GRINDING PRODUCTS & TOOLS

TOOL:

SKU:

TOOL:

1 BW-SB6

SB-6 Shot Blaster

1 WE-2204-- WE-2692

Warrior Grinder

2 TL-7345

Shot (1,000 sq. ft. per 50lb. bag)

2 PB-7211-- PB-7215

Pulse Bac Vacuum

3 BW-M30

Magnetic Broom

3 TL-5263

10 Gauge Extension Cords

4 PB-7211-- PB-7215

Pulse Bac Vacuum

4 PB-7169

Hum- B Grinder

5 TL- 5263

10 Gauge Extension Cords

5 WE-M30--WTM-8530

Diamond Tooling

6 GP-1750

Generator

6 GP-1750

Generator

7

Broom

7

Broom

8

Dustpan

8

Dustpan

9

Leaf Blower (exterior)

9

Leaf Blower (exterior)

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CONCRETE PREP ACID ETCHING BENEFITS & FEATURES 1 Low cost equipment 2 Cleans soiled areas 3 Removes loose debris 4 Best for exterior applications 5 Acid etching is used for exterior concrete prepping by cleaning and opening up the pores of concrete. This is the best method of prep for exterior 6 cementitious and Graniflex™ applications.

SHOTBLASTING BENEFITS & FEATURES 1 Creates a uniform profile 2 Minimal dust 3 Removes sealers 4 Shot can be reused multiple times 5 Quick and easy clean up Shot blasting is used for interior or exterior concrete prepping by cleaning and opening up the pores of the concrete, while creating a profile. This is a good method of prep for interior cementitious, epoxy, and Graniflex™ applications.

GRINDING BENEFITS & FEATURES 1 Coating removal 2 Smooths out unlevel areas 3 Can be done wet or dry 4 Restores concrete surfaces 5 Great for interior and exterior applications Grinding is used for interior or exterior concrete prepping by removing previous coatings, sealers, and diminishing imperfections. This is a good method of prep in addition to shot blasting for cementitious and epoxy applications.

TIPS & TRICKS Statistics show 73% of all coatings fail due to bad or improper prep. Prep is the most important step in the installation process 1 ACID ETCHING: Acid etching removes laitance, but cannot remove curing compounds or many of the contaminants found in industrial settings, such as oily deposits and water-insoluble materials, any of which can interfere with the adhesion of a coating.

Improper surface preparation can result in poor bond and lack of coating adhesion.

Mask off any areas not wanting etched. Mask off any metal objects that may corrode when acid vapors are present (brass thresholds and brass door kickplates).

Ammonia (6 parts water + 1 part ammonia) is a great alternative to neutralizing instead of using baking soda.

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CONCRETE PREP

TIPS & TRICKS 2 SHOTBLASTING: The handle of the shotblaster can be adjusted to allow you to blast in hard to reach places.

The shot gate can be adjusted wider for quicker/deeper profiling.

All four wheels must be on the floor while the machine is running (you will throw shot around the room and it can potentially hurt someone).

Always wear eye protection while running the machine (same goes for others in the area as well).

Always move the shotblaster while it is running (stopping in one spot will allow the blaster to chew into your concrete).

When done, collect shot on the ground with magnet, release magnet into cardboard or paper and pour shot into a small bucket to reuse again.

3 GRINDING: A 16/20 or 30/40 grind is typically where you will want to be to prep before coating. Do not use a finer diamond grit before coating (a deeper scratch pattern is required for proper adhesion). Note: grinding is not a proper preparation method to get the full benefits of Permaflex (shotblasting or the acid etching method is needed).

The smaller the grinder head the more marks you are prone to leave on the surface.

The idea of grinding before coating is to “break the surface tension” of the slab to allow the coating to properly penetrate.

Hard concrete requires soft bonded diamonds for effective grinding.

Soft concrete requires hard bonded diamonds for effective grinding.

The “bond” refers to the metal matrix that is holding the diamonds.

Further in-depth details on diamonds: It seems counterintuitive, but a hard concrete floor requires a low wear resistance, or “soft bond;” while a soft concrete floor requires a high wear resistance, or “hard bond.” The terms hard bond and soft bond aren’t technically correct, but for the purpose of simplicity let’s stick with them.

A bond must be matched to the material it is intended to grind or the tool will not function well. For example, if a soft concrete floor is ground with a tool designed for medium concrete, the tool will only have a fraction of the intended life and will wear out prematurely. This is because the wear resistance of the bond is too low for the concrete, which results in the tool needlessly wearing away and releasing new diamonds before the surface diamonds have broken down. Diamond size is sorted by mesh or grit size and there’s an inverse relationship between the size of the diamond and the grit number. This means a large diamond has a small number (18/20, 30/40) and a small diamond has a large number (80/100, 170/200). Large diamonds are used for aggressive removal while small diamonds are used for honing and polishing. See chart below.

CONCRETE HARDNESS

SOFT

SOFT TO MEDIUM

MEDIUM

MEDIUM TO HARD

HARD

MOHS (SURFACE)

1-2

2-4

4-5

5-6

6-8

MPA

10 - 15

15 - 20

20 - 30

30 - 35

35 - 40

PSI

1,500 - 2,000

2,000 -3,000

3,000 - 4,000

4,000 - 5,000

5,000 - 6,000

METAL BOND

EXTRA HARD

HARD

MEDIUM

HARD

EXTRA SOFT

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SEAMLESS

PROTECTOR FLAKE STEP-BY-STEP MANUAL

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PROTECTOR FLAKE PERSONAL PROTECTION It’s always recommended to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the task at hand and follow your employer’s safety policy. Commonly known PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, earplugs, respirators, etc, are recommended as needed.

For further information on OSHA requirements, visit https://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3151.pdf

INSTRUCTIONS: PREP

(For in-depth instructions, see Prep Manual) 1 Prep surface to be coated by shot blasting/grinding/acid washing, etc...

2 Use appropriate TCP repair products to fill holes, cracks & control joints 3 Thoroughly clean surface 4 Protect surfaces not to be coated using specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc…

BROADCAST COAT 1 Set up mix station 2 Pre-mix Epoxy Base Coat Part A and Epoxy Base Coat Part B separately until well blended 3 Combine 2 parts of Part A and 1 part of Part B 4 Thoroughly mix 2-3 minutes with a low viscosity wand 5 Pour mixed product on floor in a ribbon pattern 6 Wearing spiked shoes and using a 1/8” notched squeegee, spread mixed Epoxy Base Coat on floor 7 Using a 3/8” nap roller, backroll for consistent coverage 8 Broadcast Color Flakes 9 Let dry 10 Using a leaf blower or broom and dustpan, collect excess flakes 11 Using a 16” Stand Up Metal Scraper, scrape the entire floor in one direction, then cross-hatch 12 Using a vacuum, remove all dirt and excess color flakes from floor

SEALER - INTERIOR ONLY 1 Apply desired sealer 2 Apply desired topcoat (Optional) 3 Remove all protective specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc 4 Make sure project area is clean, presentable, and free from debris

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PROTECTOR FLAKE

PRODUCTS & COVERAGE Appropriate Concrete Protector repair products (see prep manual) SKU:

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

DRY TIME:

1 *SEE CHART

CP Color Flakes

5-7ft. per pound

2 EB-6101--EB-6171

Epoxy Base Coat

160-210 sq. ft. per gal.

PRODUCT:

*COVERAGE:

*DRY TIME:

1 EN-6303

Epoxy Neat Coat

55-70 sq. ft. per gal

Dry Time = 8-16 hrs.

2 UT-4501

WB 421 Gloss**

175-500 sq. ft. per gal.

Dry Time = 5-7 hrs.

3 UT-4499

WB 221 Satin**

175-500 sq. ft. per gal.

Dry Time = 5-7 hrs.

4 UT-4513

SLV Poly 90**

175-250 sq. ft. per gal.

Dry Time = 4-8 hrs.

5 TJ-3113

High Noon Acrylic Floor Finish**

1500-3000 sq. ft. per gal.

Dry Time = 1-2 hrs.

6 TJ-3125

Satin Armor Acrylic Floor Finish**

1500-3000 sq. ft. per gal.

Dry Time = 1-2 hrs.

7 UT-4403--UT-4401

GraniSeal

160-240 sq. ft. per gal.

Dry Time= 1- 2.5 hrs.

8 UT-4515--UT-4527

Perfect Poly 90

100-200 sq. ft. per gal.

Dry Time=1- 2.5 hrs.

9 UT-4483

Protector-thane 1000

160- 240 sq. ft. per gal.

Dry Time= 5-7 hrs.

10 UT-4453

Protector-thane Clear

160- 240 sq. ft. per gal.

Dry Time= 5-8 hrs.

Dry Time=6-10 hrs.

SEALER OPTIONS SKU:

* Coverages and dry times vary depending on application techniques and temperature. Estimations are based on 70 degrees, 30 percent relative humidity. For more information, refer to TDS sheets. ** Can be used as an optional top coat with Neat Coat Epoxy.

TOOLS SKU:

TOOL:

SKU:

TOOL:

1 TP-7507

2” Green Specialty Tape

14 RL-4309

18” Paint Tray

2 TL-7235

Mixing Tarps

15 TL-7353, TL-7349

Spiked Shoes

3 TL-7361-- TL-7365

Assorted Mixing Containers & Cups

16 TL-7303

Pail Opener

4 RL-4325, RL-4335, RL-4319

4”,9”, or 18” Roller Frames

17 PB-7211--PB-7215

Pulse- Bac Vacuum

5 RL-4323, RL-4341, RL-4313

4”, 9”, or 18” 3/8” Nap Roller Covers

18 TL-7103

18” Magic Trowel

6 TL-7393, TL-7395

Threaded and Tapered Roller Poles

19 CT-1035

Cleaning Xylene

7 RL-4343

2” Chip Brushes

20 CT-1013

Cleaning Acetone

8 TL-7107

16” Stand Up Metal Scraper

21

Leaf Blower/ Push Broom

9 ET-7323

Dustpan

Gloves

22

10 TL-7127

Large Low Viscosity Wand (mixing epoxy)

23

Variable Speed Drill

11 ET-7255

1/8” Notched Squeegee

24

5 Gallon Mixing Buckets

12 TCR-1001

18” WTF Top Coat Roller

25

Mixing Paddle

13 RL-4317

Roller End Caps

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PROTECTOR FLAKE BENEFITS & FEATURES

COST & PRICING

1 Beautiful granite-like resurfacing

1 Typical Product Cost: $1.50 - $1.60 sq. ft.

2 Fast turn-around times

2 Typical Pricing: $4.75 - $6.00 sq. ft.

3 Unlimited color options with flake color blends and designs 4 Unique...not the same old gray 5 Less expensive alternative to elegant granite or terrazzo in a seamless look The Protector Flakes system makes concrete flooring as beautiful as it is practical and cost-effective. Color Flakes, also commonly referred to as chips, flakes, flecks, or epoxy flake systems, utilize a unique product which is integrally pigmented, brilliantly colored, and random in shape and size.

Custom blends can be used with infinite possibilities to achieve optimal appearance and texture qualities with an epoxy floor coating that is great for garages, commercial spaces, and more.

Protector Flakes resinous flooring media is available in over 150 solid color-styles and six standard sizes which can be blended, mixed, and matched to customize flooring and compliment any decor. For optimal strength, use The Concrete Protector’s Epoxy, Urethane, and Polyaspartic products, combined with the beauty of Protector Flakes to create the perfect long term solution to all your flooring needs.

TIPS & TRICKS 1 Use The Concrete Protector’s large low viscosity mixing wand for mixing. This is the correct mixing wand to ensure that you are not whipping air into your epoxy.

2 On larger projects, utilizing a Hippo or barrel mixer is a great way to speed up the mixing process.

3 Flake size matters! The more imperfections the concrete has (pitting, cracks, etc…) the more you should lean towards selling your customer a larger-size of color flake. Larger the flake size= more hide of ugly imperfections in concrete. Smaller the flake size= more concrete imperfections will show through.

4 Use a good quality tarp to mix on to protect the surface under your mixing station. Be careful not to step on any spilled Part A or Part B that might be present on the tarp.

5 Many times, contractors will just pour the epoxy in puddles or ribbons just a few inches from the edge of the walls so they will be able to quickly grab the epoxy with their 2” chip brush or 4” mini roller.

6 After ‘cutting in’ along walls and other areas, now you will want to utilize a 1/8” notched squeegee to spread the Base Coat Epoxy across the floor.

With a little down pressure, you can move the puddles/ribbons of epoxy back and forth across the floor to evenly coat it.

7 Start broadcasting your flakes after about 1/3 of the floor is coated and wet with mixed Epoxy Base Coat. Waiting until the complete floor is coated will enable the epoxy to start the drying process, preventing the flakes from sticking to their full capacity. Before actually broadcasting, we recommend doing what is called a “refresh”. A refresh is basically rolling back (another time) through the area which you already coated to re-wet the epoxy, which will result in better flake adhesion.

8 5 gallon buckets are a great way to transport flakes for broadcasting. Filling 5 gallon buckets ½-¾ of the way with flakes is an easy and convenient way to keep the job moving.

9 When broadcasting flakes, make sure you keep your broadcasted flakes away from the edge of where you stopped rolling epoxy (try and stay around 2 feet back from the epoxy edge). You don’t want to have flakes right up to the edge of the epoxy and then when you have to put down/roll more epoxy, you may be rolling over flakes and creating a visible ridge.

10 Wearing spiked shoes during application will allow you to walk around and into the epoxy and top coat without leaving footprints. It is best to not walk in your spikes through the already broadcasted areas (you don’t want to slide/scrape the floor with your spike shoes).

11 Depending on where your project is located and what your client’s desired surface texture is will depend on what you will use to seal your flakes. Discuss seal options with your Business Development Representative.

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PROTECTOR FLAKE/EPOXY

COLOR CHART

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PROTECTOR FLAKE

COLOR CHART

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The Concrete Protector Systems

The Concrete Protector

Protector Flakes

Protector Flake System

Description

Decorative Flake Flooring System 1/16”, ⅛”, or ¼”.

Protector Flake is an industrial grade, easy to clean, durable floor consisting of colored epoxy base coat, decorative color flakes, and UV stable top coats (including urethanes and polyaspartics). This system is available in an array of different colors, textures, and designs.

Typical Uses

● Restaurants ● Commercial Kitchens ● Grocery and other retail stores ● Moderate duty production areas ● Laboratories ● Commercial lobbies and office areas ● Animal shelters ● Garages

Benefits

● Easy maintenance ● High abrasion and impact resistance ● Good chemical resistance ● Optional cove base and added slip resistance ● Oil and salt resistance ● Low odor/ low VOC options available

Surface Preparation

● This product requires surface preparation by grinding/shotblasting to ensure optimal performance.

Cleaning

● For cleaning purposes, mild detergents and water are recommended.

TYPICAL DATA

RESULTS MAY DIFFER BASED UPON STATISTICAL VARIATIONS DEPENDING UPON MIXING METHODS AND EQUIPMENT, TEMPERATURE, APPLICATION METHODS, TEST METHODS, ACTUAL SITE CONDITIONS AND CURING CONDITIONS. Refer to individual The Concrete Protector component product data sheets for complete physical properties.

Compressive Strength ASTM C-579 Adhesive Strength ASTM D- 4541 Tensile Strength ASTM D- 638 Elongation ASTM D- 638 Shore D ASTM D- 2240 Flexural Strength ASTM D- 790 Abrasion Resistance ASTM D- 4060 Dynamic Coefficient of Friction

8,400 psi 435 psi (substrate failure) 6,900 psi 18% 80 8,050 psi 19 mg Refer to individual product data sheet

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SINGLE BROADCAST SYSTEM: COATING

PRODUCT NAME

COVERAGE

Primer *optional

Epoxy Base Coat LV

175-225 per sq. ft.

Body Coat

Epoxy Base Coat with CP Color Flakes

175-200 per sq. ft.

6-10 ft. per pound

Sealer Coat

*ProtectorThane or *Poly90

140-160 sq. ft. per gal.

2nd Sealer Coat

*ProtectorThane or *Poly90

200-220 sq. ft. per gal.

*Other sealer coats are available

Protector Flakes

DOUBLE BROADCAST SYSTEM: COATING

PRODUCT NAME

COVERAGE

Primer *optional

Epoxy Base Coat LV

175-225 per sq. ft.

Body Coat

Epoxy Base Coat LV with CP Color Flakes

175-200 per sq. ft.

6-10 ft. per pound

Sealer Coat

*ProtectorThane or *Poly90

140-160 sq. ft. per gal.

2nd Sealer Coat

*ProtectorThane or *Poly90

200-220 sq. ft. per gal.

*Other sealer coats are available

Protector Flake System Sandwich

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PROTECTOR IMAGES STEP-BY-STEP MANUAL

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PROTECTOR IMAGES PERSONAL PROTECTION It’s always recommended to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the task at hand and follow your employer’s safety policy. Commonly known PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, earplugs, respirators, etc, are recommended as needed.

For further information on OSHA requirements, visit https://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3151.pdf

STARTING OUT: DECISIONS

(For in-depth instructions, see Prep Manual) 1 Where will the logo be placed?

2 What shape and size will the logo be?

3 What will the color/design of the logo be?

4 Will the logo be placed over a solid colored or broadcast media background?

5 Will the logo be installed before or after the rest of the floor coating is applied?

LOGO INSTALLATION 1 Lay the logo on the floor in the desired location.

2 Using tape, tape around the edges of the logo creating the exact outline of where the logo will be installed.

3 When logo installation is being done after the rest of the floor coating has been applied, sand the taped off area.

4 Clean the sanded area and let dry.

5 Using protective paper and tape, cover the area immediately surrounding the space where the logo is to be installed.

6 When applying over a solid colored background, apply solid color now and let dry.

7 Center and lay the logo in the designated area.

8 Using small pieces of tape, tack down the logo on the top and bottom approximately half the length of the logo, creating two halves which can be lifted.

9 Lift one half of the logo, apply a thin layer of desired sealer on the floor surface under that half of the logo.

10 Lay logo using a roller with sealer working from the inside out while smoothing out wrinkles & air bubbles leaving a thin coat of sealer under & on top of the logo.

11 Repeat with the second half, remove the small tape pieces which were used for tacking.

12 Allow sealer to dry.

13 Multiple coats of sealer can be applied until desired texture is reached.

14 Remove all protective specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc.

15 Make sure project area is clean, presentable, and free from debris.

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PROTECTOR IMAGES PRODUCTS Desired Sealer * Coverages and dry times vary depending on application techniques and temperature.

Estimations are based on 70 degrees, 30 percent relative humidity.

For more information, refer to TDS sheets.

SEALER OPTIONS SKU:

PRODUCT:

DRY TIME:

1 EN-6303

Epoxy Neat Coat

*Dry Time 8-16 hours

2 UT-4515

Perfect Poly 90

*Dry Time 1-2 hours

3 UT-4451

Protector-Thane

*Dry Time 6-8 hours

TOOLS SKU:

PRODUCT:

1 TL-7235 2 RL-4323, RL-4341, RL-4313 3 RL-4325, RL-4335, RL-4319 4 TCR-1001 5 RL-4317 6 TP-7507 7 RL-4309 8 TL-7393, TL-7395 9 RL-4343 10 ET-7323 11 12

Mixing Tarps 4”, 9”, or 18” 3/8” Nap Roller Covers 4”, 9”, or 18”Roller Frames WTF Top Coat Roller Roller End Caps 2” Green Specialty Tape 18” Paint Tray Threaded and Tapered Roller Poles 2” Chip Brushes Gloves Mixing Containers Stir Sticks

COST & PRICING 1 54” wide and smaller= $14.00 per. sq.ft.

3 $35 setup fee

2 Larger than 54” wide= $15.00 per sq. ft.

4 TYPICAL PRICING= $40.00- $80.00 per sq. ft.

Additional costs: *Standard turnaround time is approximately 7-10 business days from proof approval. **If needed WITHIN 5 business days, an additional $100 Rush Fee will be incurred. Let your Rep know date needed delivered. ***$65 hr for design, if design time is needed to rebuild a low resolution logo/image.

Acceptable logo format: Vector, .eps, or editable press quality pdf. Most jpgs or png’s are not large enough to enlarge for quality printing.

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PROTECTOR IMAGES

BENEFITS & FEATURES The Concrete Protector offers high quality images to give your concrete floor a quality logo you’re sure to love. Unlike thin vinyl stickers, Concrete Protector images are made of perforated cloth-like material allowing for 100% encapsulation, and placed into your floor, which makes them an integral part of your floor. Get a great looking logo for your decorative concrete floor with The Concrete Protector. Our images and logos add a whole new dimension of customization to your decorative concrete floor.

- Excellent durability - Long lasting/ vibrant colors - In-house design - 100% material penetration into logo - Unlimited design options

TIPS & TRICKS Installing a floor logo can be done before or after the rest of the floor area is coated, it is based on job necessity.

- It’s best practice to sand the previous coating where the logo will be applied.

- Unless installing a large logo, little material will be needed. Mix small batches.

- Be aware of the recoat windows of products being used.

- The first coat of material used to lay the logo in should be applied thin.

- If installing the logo prior to application of floor coating, protect the logo from application issues like: bleed, spiking, etc…

- When taping designated area and shape of logo, leaving an 1/8” variance is handy.

- If necessary, using an iron, iron out the bends in the logo.

- If a more vibrant logo color is desired, it’s best to install the logo over a solid-colored background.

- Using a plastic putty knife may help in getting rid of air bubbles.

- If using fast drying material, watch the edges of the logo for pop-ups and press them down as the material cures out.

- YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLjkhC36v1w

To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 McKINLEY RD.,ST. MARYS, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

CONCRETE REPAIR STEP-BY-STEP MANUAL

©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 MCKINLEY RD. ST. MARY'S, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

CONCRETE REPAIR PERSONAL PROTECTION It’s always recommended to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the task at hand and follow your employer’s safety policy. Commonly known PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, earplugs, respirators, etc, are recommended as needed.

For further information on OSHA requirements, visit https://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3151.pdf

INSTRUCTIONS: PREP (For in-depth instructions, see Prep Manual) 1 Prep surface to be repaired by grinding/shot blasting/acid washing, etc...

2 Thoroughly clean surface

QUICK PATCH 1 Set up mix station 2 Pre-mix Part A and Part B by shaking the jugs vigorously 3 Mix together vigorously (1 Part A to 1 Part B) 4 (Optional) Add desired amount of CP Texture Mix (1-3 parts), mix vigorously for 20 sec.

5 Pour into spalling, cracks, holes, pops and chips to overflowing 6 Let dry 7 Using a 4’-7” grinder, grind the repair to an even, flush surface

PROTECTOR FLEX JOINT FILL 1 Set up mix station 2 Pre-Mix Part A and Part B 3 Mix together (1 Part A to 1 Part B) 4 (Optional) Add desired amount of CP Texture Mix (1-3 parts), mix until well blended 5 Pour into control joints until minimal overflowing, broadcast sand on repair 6 Let dry 7 Using a 4”-7” grinder or razor scraper, grind or scrape the repair to an even, flush surface

For additional instructions and information visit DCU (Decorative Concrete University) https://www.decorativeconcreteu.com/ or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 MCKINLEY RD. ST. MARY'S, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

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MATCH PATCH PRO 80 FLEXIBLE JOINT FILL Make sure caulk gun is always facing tip down throughout process 1 Set up Mix Station 2 Shake cartridge vigorously for 2 min.

3 Insert cartridge unto dual caulk gun and twist on element static mixer 4 Tilting down, pump caulk gun until material is dispersed through the element static mixer 5 Place 3 pumpfulls of material into a container, discard 6 Pump into control joints/ cracks until overflowing 7 Let dry 8 Using a razor scraper, scrape the repair to an even, flush surface *** If using a joint pump gun, follow the manufacturer’s instructions

FLEXKRETE 1 Set up mix station 2 (Optional) FlexPrime: Mix 1 Part A and 1 Part B, apply extremely thin with brush 3 Pre-mix FlexKrete Resin 4 Mix measured amount of FlexKrete Resin and FlexKrete Catalyst for 30 sec.

5 Add desired amount of dry sand (1-3 parts) and/ or fumed silica (1-3 parts), mix for 60 sec.

6 Fill, pat, or trowel flush into void and sprinkle with dry sand 7 If necessary, using a 4”-7” grinder, grind repair to an even, flush surface

LRB/TAV 1 Set up mix station 2 Prime surface/sides of joints or cracks with PermaFlex 3 Let dry 4 Pre-mix LRB and TAV 5 Mix TAV and LRB (1 Part TAV to 2 Parts LRB) until blended 6 Fill in void by using a squeegee, trowel, or freezer bag (if filling a wall/floor junction or wall/wall junction - forming a 1” diameter bead) 7 (Optional) Using a brush dipped in xylene, smooth out rough edges

For additional instructions and information visit DCU (Decorative Concrete University) https://www.decorativeconcreteu.com/ or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 MCKINLEY RD. ST. MARY'S, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

CONCRETE REPAIR PRODUCTS & COVERAGE SKU:

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

DRY TIME:

1 SI-1672--SI-5850

Quick Patch

See chart

*Dry Time = 2-10 min.

2 MPP-2003

Match Patch Pro 80 Flexible Joint Fill

See chart

*Dry Time = 10-30 min.

3 FK-705

FlexKrete Resin

See chart

*Dry Time = 2-4 hrs.

4 PFA-1002--PFA-1014

PermaFlex

Prime Coat 180-240 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 2-6 hrs.

5 P-5826--P-5828

PermaFlex Catalyst

1.6 oz. per 1 gal.

6 P-5820--P-5822

PermaFlex Accelerator

6.4 oz. per 1 gal. for slow set/ 12.8 oz. per gal. for fast set

7 SI-5852--SI5860

TAV

See chart

*Dry Time = 4-8 hrs.

8 SI-1622--SI-5804

LRB

See chart

*Dry Time = 4-8 hrs.

* Coverages and dry times vary depending on application techniques and temperature. Estimations are based on 70 degrees, 30 percent relative humidity. For more information, refer to TDS sheets.

QUICK PATCH PRODUCTS & TOOLS SKU:

TOOL:

1 ESI-1672--SI-5850

Quick Patch

2 DM-3913

Concrete Protector Texture Mix

3 TL-7235

Mixing Tarps

4 TL-7361-- TL-7365

Assorted Mixing Containers and Cups

5 ET-7323

Gloves

6 DCW-8731--DCW-8755

T-Cup Wheel

7 PB-7169

Hum-B Grinder

8

Stir Sticks

PROTECTORFLEX JOINT FILL PRODUCTS & TOOLS SKU:

TOOL:

1 EM-6018

Protector Flex Joint Fill

2 TL-7235

Mixing Tarps

3 TL-7361-- TL-7365

Assorted Mixing Containers and Cups

4 ET-7323

Gloves

5 DCW-8731--DCW- 8755

T-Cup Wheel

6 PB-7169

Hum-B Grinder

7 TL-7127

Mixing Paddle

8

Dry Sand

9

Variable Speed Drill

For additional instructions and information visit DCU (Decorative Concrete University) https://www.decorativeconcreteu.com/ or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 MCKINLEY RD. ST. MARY'S, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

CONCRETE REPAIR MATCH PATCH PRO 80 FLEXIBLE JOINT FILL PRODUCTS & TOOLS SKU:

TOOL:

1 MPP-2003

Match Patch Pro 80 Flexible Joint Fill

2 TL-7299

Dual Caulk Gun

3 MPP-2002

Element Static Mixer

FLEXKRETE PRODUCTS & TOOLS SKU:

LRB/TAV PRODUCTS & TOOLS

TOOL:

SKU:

TOOL:

1 TL-7235

Mixing Tarps

1 TL-7235

Mixing Tarps

2 TL-7361-- TL-7365

Assorted Mixing Containers & Cups

2 TL-7361-- TL-7365

Assorted Mixing Containers & Cups

3 ET-7323

Gloves

3 ET-7323

Gloves

4 FK-705

FlexKrete Resin

4 CT-1035

Xylene for Cleaning

5 FK-701

FlexKrete Catalyst

5 PFA-1002--PFA-1014

PermaFlex

6 FK-711

FlexPrime

6 P-5826--P-5828

PermaFlex Catalyst

7 FK-717

Fumed Silica

7 P-5820--P-5822

PermaFlex Accelerator

8 TL-7127

Mixing Paddle

8 CT-1013--CT-1035

Solvent

9 CT-1013--CT-1035

Solvent (for cleaning)

9 SI-5852--SI5860

TAV

10

Variable Speed Drill

10 SI-1622--SI-5804

LRB

11

Dry Sand

11 RL-4343

2” Paint Brushes

12

Metal Hand Trowel

12 RL- 4323

4” Roller Cover ⅜” Nap

13

Putty Knife

13 RL- 4325

4” Roller Frame

14

Mixing Paddle

15

Variable Speed Drill

For additional instructions and information visit DCU (Decorative Concrete University) https://www.decorativeconcreteu.com/ or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 MCKINLEY RD. ST. MARY'S, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

CONCRETE REPAIR QUICK PATCH BENEFITS & FEATURES 1 Tensile Strength = 2200 psi 2 Compressive Strength = 4750 psi 3 Pot Life = 1-5 min.

4 Dry Time = 5-10 min.

Quick Patch is used for repairing spalling, cracks, holes, pops and chips in a concrete surface. This product can be applied under most interior and exterior coatings.

World of Concrete’s Most Innovative Product for 2016

PROTECTORFLEX JOINT FILL BENEFITS & FEATURES 1 Meets or Exceeds VOC Standards 2 Elongation = 70%-85% 3 100% Solids 4 Meets USDA Standards for Federally Inspected Facilities

ProtectorFlex is used for filling control joints or cracks for interior applications.

This product is best used under most epoxies and urethanes.

5 Temperature Range = 50-99 degrees F 5

MATCH PATCH PRO 80 FLEXIBLE JOINT FILL BENEFITS & FEATURES 1 Temperature Range = 20-135 degrees F 2 Dry Time = 10-30 min.

3 Elongation = 250% 4 Tensile Strength = 2000 psi

Match Patch Pro 80 Flexible Joint Fill is used for filling joints and cracks during the concrete polishing process. This product can be applied under most coatings.

5 Tear Strength = 250 pli World of Concrete’s Most Innovative Product for 2019 5

FLEXCRETE BENEFITS & FEATURES

1 Tensile Strength = 3530 lb/in2 2 Compressive Strength = 10,000 psi 3 Can easily be applied vertically 4 Great for bridge and street repair 5 5 Can be used as a “stand alone” product 5

FlexKrete is used for repairing extensive damage on concrete surfaces, as well as rebuilding broken edges and curbs. This product can be applied under most coatings.

LRB/TAV BENEFITS & FEATURES

1 Tensile Strength = 3200 psi 2 Elongation = 600% 3 Can be applied at any thickness 4 Great for waterproofing applications

LRB/TAV mixture is used to patch, fill, profile, and create a flexible seal wherever a primed crack, joint, seam, hole on any horizontal, vertical, or inverted damaged area. This product is designed to be applied under PermaFlex.

5 Can be used for wooden decks and swimming pools For additional instructions and information visit DCU (Decorative Concrete University) https://www.decorativeconcreteu.com/ or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 MCKINLEY RD. ST. MARY'S, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

CONCRETE REPAIR

TIPS & TRICKS 1 QUICK PATCH: Only mix up small amounts of Quick Patch at a time (typically measure out 4 oz of Part A and mix with 4 oz of Part B) but quickly and thoroughly. Mix no more material than can be used within one minute (Quick Patch will cure quickly).

2 PROTECTORFLEX JOINT FILL: Unlike Quick Patch, this product is very slow. It is recommended to use Protectorflex Joint Fill after prep is done and you are not coating until the next day (the colder the slab, the slower the set).

If removing overfilled Protectorflex Joint Fill with a grinder (the next day), it is advised to “seed” the wet joint fill with sand to make it easier to grind.

3 MATCH PATCH PRO 80 JOINT FILL: Carry extra rags to catch and clean up any drips. Make sure caulk gun is always facing tip down throughout process.

4 FLEXKRETE: You have to mix in the Flexkrete catalyst BEFORE adding sand/aggregate, failing to do this will result in the product not setting.

The sand/aggregate MUST BE DRY AND FREE OF MOISTURE (use kiln-dried sand and NOT PLAY SAND), failing to follow this will result in the product not setting.

Moisture in the repair area will have the same results as adding wet sand, so it may be advised to torch the repair area to drive away any moisture.

Flexkrete may be sticky to trowel but misting your trowel with acetone will make troweling much easier.

5 LRB/TAV: Never mix in more TAV than 1 part TAV to 2 parts LRB (you can add less TAV for a thinner mix if desired).

Be aware the LRB/TAV mixture will shrink slightly in a few days during curing and any joints, cracks, pits may show a slight concave look.

For additional instructions and information visit DCU (Decorative Concrete University) https://www.decorativeconcreteu.com/ or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 MCKINLEY RD. ST. MARY'S, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

CONCRETE REPAIR

* Coverages and dry times vary depending on application techniques and temperature. Estimations are based on 70 degrees, 30 percent relative hum idity. For more information, refer to TDS sheets.

APPROXIMATE MATERIAL COVRAGE RATES

MATERIAL COVERAGE RATE

Narrow Joints and Cracks 1/8” x 3/4” = 200 lf/gal

3/16” x 3/4” = 135 lf/gal

1/4” x 3/4” = 100 lf/gal

1/8” x 1” = 150 lf/gal

3/16” x 1” = 100 lf/gal

1/4” x 1” = 80 lf/gal

1/8” x 1-1/4” = 125 lf/gal

3/16” x 1-1/4” = 85 lf/gal

1/4” x 1-1/4” = 60 lf/gal

1/8” x 1-1/2” = 100 lf/gal

3/16” x 1-1/2” = 70 lf/gal

1/4” x 1-1/2” = 50 lf/gal

1/8” x 1-3/4” = 85 lf/gal

3/16” x 1-3/4” = 60 lf/gal

1/4” x 1-3/4” = 45 lf/gal

1/8” x 2” = 75 lf/gal

3/16” x 2” = 50 lf/gal

1/4” x 2” = 40 lf/gal

Wider Joints and Cracks 3/8” x 3/8” = 135 lf/gal

3/4” x 1/2” = 50 lf/gal

1” x 3/4” = 25 lf/gal

3/8” x 1/2” = 100 lf/gal

3/4” x 3/4” = 35 lf/gal

1” x 1” = 30 lf/gal

1/2” x 1/2” = 80 lf/gal

1” x 1/2” = 40 lf/gal

1” x 2” = 10 lf/gal

Converting Gallon Coverage Rates for Cartridge Units To determine coverage rates for cartridge units divide the gallon rates listed above by the following factors:

450 ML Divide Gal Yield by 8

900 ML

600 ML Divide Gal Yield by 6

1500 ML

Sand Modification Yields Liquid Epoxy + Silica Sand = Mortar Yield GAL EPOXY + GALS. SAND = GALS. MORTAR

Divide Gal Yield by 4 Divide Gal Yield by 2.5

Defect Repair Yields Standard Material Kit and Cartridge Units UNIT SIZE MET MATERIAL YIELD

1

1

1.6

450 ML UNIT = 28.75 cubic inches

1

1.5

1.9

600 ML UNIT = 28.34 cubic inches

1

2

2.2

900 ML UNIT = 57.50 cubic inches

1

3

2.8

GALLON UNIT = 230.00 cubic inches

Note: The above figures are appropriate and for estimating purposes only. The rates above do not allow for excessive waste, overfill, etc. Results may vary due to factors including material loss at joint base, grade of silica used, etc. The Concrete Protector assumes no liability for results from using these figures.

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Step #1

Rustic Concrete Wood Product Flow Chart - by The Concrete Protector

Prep Exterior: Acid Etch + Pressure Wash & Rinse Interior: Grind or Shot Blast

Repair

Step #2

Fix cracks & spalling with one of our various repair products / methods

Approximate coverage / product needed:

Grout

Step #3

Texture Mix HD Resin - 9 quarts mixed resin per bag 6 oz of Black Colorant per bag

225+ sq ft per bag 5 gal concentrate HD Resin per 5 bags of Texture 1 bottle of Black Colorant per 5 bags of Texture

Design & Texture

Step #4

Step #5

Stencil Tape Texture Mix HD Resin - 8 quarts per bag 2 oz of Buff Colorant per bag

1 roll stencil tape per 65+ sq ft 150+ sq ft per bag 5 gal concentrate HD Resin per 5 bags of Texture 1 bottle of Buff Colorant per 15 bags of Texture

Stain Classic Concrete Wood Stain

200 sq ft per quart

Seal

Step #6

Exterior - Acrylic 25 (2 coats) or Interior - Neat Coat Epoxy + various top coat options

Exterior = Acrylic 25 at 85 sq ft per gal for 2 coats combined + 1 bag of Get-A-Grip per 5 gallons of sealer if desired or Interior = Neat Coat = 70-110 sq ft per gal + various top coat options

RUSTIC CONCRETE WOOD STEP-BY-STEP MANUAL

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RUSTIC CONCRETE WOOD PERSONAL PROTECTION It’s always recommended to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the task at hand and follow your employer’s safety policy. Commonly known PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, earplugs, respirators, etc, are recommended as needed.

For further information on OSHA requirements, visit https://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3151.pdf

INSTRUCTIONS: PREP

(For in-depth instructions, see Prep Manual) 1 Prep surface to be coated by shot blasting/grinding/acid washing, etc...

2 Use appropriate TCP repair products to fill holes, cracks & control joints 3 Thoroughly clean surface 4 Protect surfaces not to be coated using specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc…

GROUT COAT 1 Set up mix station 2 If spraying, set up and test spraying equipment 3 Using “mixed” HD Resin (1:1 with water), combine “mixed resin” (7-9 Qts.), texture mix (1 bag),and mineral pigment for desired color. Mix for 3-5 4 minutes 5 Using a magic trowel, or hopper spray gun, apply grout coat over surface 6 Let dry 7 Address imperfections in grout coat by scraping Using stencil tape, tape out design

TEXTURE COAT 1 Using “mixed” HD Resin (1:1 with water), combine “mixed resin” (7-9 Qts.), texture mix (1 bag), and mineral pigment for desired color.

Mix for 3-5 minutes

2 Using a magic trowel, or hopper spray gun, apply texture coat over 3-4 “planks” at a time, adding wood grain appearance with modified angled broom (knots should be added at this time, if desired). For the alternative Hand Troweling Method/ “Rough Cut” or “Rough Hewn” Rustic Wood, check out our course on Decorative Concrete University.

3 Repeat until entire surface is covered 4 Address imperfections in texture coat by scraping 5 Pull tape 6 Remove all dirt and debris from floor 7 Apply stain using desired technique 8 Let dry To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 MCKINLEY RD. ST. MARY'S, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

RUSTIC CONCRETE WOOD

SEALING INTERIOR: 1 Apply Neat Coat Epoxy (2 Parts A to 1 Part B) 2 Apply desired top coat (optional) 3 Remove all protective specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc...

4 Make sure project area is clean, presentable, and free from debris

EXTERIOR: 1 Apply Acrylic Sealer 2 Apply 2nd coat of Acrylic Sealer 3 Remove all protective specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc...

4 Make sure project area is clean, presentable, and free from debris

PRODUCTS & COVERAGE Appropriate Concrete Protector repair products (see Prep manual) SKU:

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

1 DM-3913

Concrete Protector Texture Mix

150-250 sq. ft. per bag/ *Dry Time= 1-6 hours

2 DM-5406

Concrete Protector HD Resin

Mixes 3-5 bags of texture mix

3 DC-2022 thru DC-2055

Concrete Protector Mineral Pigment Colorants

1-7 oz. per bag

SEALER OPTIONS SKU:

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

DRY TIME:

1 SE-2807

Barricade 50 Acrylic

mixed 1:1 with approved solvent, 140-200 per. sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry time = 1-3 hrs.

2 SE-2803

Acrylic Shield 25

140-200 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 1-3 hrs.

3 EN-6303

Epoxy Neat Coat

55-120 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 8-16 hrs.

4 UT-4501

WB 421 Gloss**

175 - 500 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 5-7 hrs.

5 UT-4499

WB 221 Satin**

175 - 500 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 5-7 hrs.

6 UT-4513

SLV Poly 90**

175 - 250 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 4-8 hrs.

7 TJ-3113

High Noon Acrylic Floor Finish**

1,500 - 3,000 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 1-2 hrs.

8 TJ-3125

Satin Armor Acrylic Floor Finish**

1,500 - 3,000 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 1-2 hrs.

** Used as an optional top coat with Neat Coat Epoxy * Coverages and dry times vary depending on application techniques and temperature. Estimations are based on 70 degrees, 30 percent relative humidity. For more information, refer to TDS sheets.

To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 MCKINLEY RD. ST. MARY'S, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

RUSTIC CONCRETE WOOD TOOLS SKU:

TOOL:

SKU:

TOOL:

1 TP-7517 & TP-7521

Stencil Tape

15 ET-7323

Gloves

2 TP-7507

2” Green Specialty Tape

16 TL-7127

Large Low Viscosity Wand (for mixing)

3 TL-7235

Mixing Tarps

17 ET-7255

1/8” Notched Squeegee

4 MX-3253

Drill Mixing Stand

18 TL-7103

Magic Trowel (18” is a popular size)

5 MX-3251

Hand Held Mixer

19 TCR-1001

WTF Top Coat Roller

6 MX-3245

Mixing Paddle

20 RL-4317

Roller End Caps

7 RL-4321

3/4” Nap Jumbo Roller Cover

21 RL-4309

18” Paint Tray

8 RL-4303

HD Jumbo Frame

22 TL-7353, TL-7349

Spiked Shoes

9 TL-7361 thru TL-7365

Assorted Mixing Containers & Cups

23 TL-7303

Pail Opener

10 RL-4325, RL-4335, RL-4319

4”,9”, or 18” Roller Frames

24

Low-Speed Drill

11 RL-4323, RL-4341, RL-4313

4”, 9”, or 18”- 3/8” Nap Roller Covers

21

Angled Broom

12 TL-7393, TL-7395

Threaded and Tapered Roller Poles

22

Tape Measures or Pre-Cut Jigs

13 RL-4343

2” Chip Brushes

23

5 Gallon Mixing Buckets

14 TL-7107

16” Stand Up Metal Scraper

COST & PRICING 1 Typical Product Cost:

$1 - $2 per sq. ft.

2 Typical Pricing:

$8 - $12 per sq. ft.

BENEFITS & FEATURES 1 Super durable & easy to maintain 2 Indoor / Outdoor installations 3 Unlimited color selections 4 Not affected by floods if installed in a basement 5 Perfect to be installed over heated slab applications 6 Great for people with big pets 7 Environmentally friendly & sustainable 8 Application temperatures between 55-95 degrees The Concrete Protector is “The Originator” of the Rustic Concrete Wood system . . . definitely the HOTTEST decorative concrete resurfacing system in the world!! This system provides the timeless look of hardwood floors with the durability of concrete.

Our Rustic Concrete Wood System starts with an industrial cementitious coating that is actually stronger than concrete itself. We use a combination of taping, troweling, and staining techniques to give the rich feel of reclaimed hardwood. Our system actually gives you grain, knots, and nail holes that you can actually feel. We have witnessed many people on their hands and knees because they couldn’t believe it wasn’t real wood. A wide selection of stains allows for concrete wood in any color imaginable, from rustic to super modern.

With Rustic Concrete Wood, you don’t have to worry about moisture damage or other problems associated with laminate surfaces. Our sustainable, pet-friendly coating can permanently transform any basement, family room, patio, porch, garage floor, showroom, or commercial space. This system is excellent for restaurants and even floors that handle vehicle traffic!

To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 MCKINLEY RD. ST. MARY'S, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

RUSTIC CONCRETE WOOD

TIPS & TRICKS 1

RESIN:

Make sure you use cool water to mix your resin. Don’t use water that has been baking in the sun all day from a garden hose.

Hot mixed resin = faster texture = less fun.

Mixed Resin = 1:1 mix of concentrated HD Resin + Water.

When making “Mixed Resin”, do not spray the top of the resin from the nozzle of a garden hose (this will cause the resin to foam and it will take longer to fill properly).

2

TOOLS & MASKING:

Keep your magic trowels clean. Designate certain trowels for texture and other trowels for epoxy. Magic trowels with dried epoxy or texture on it will not allow you to put your texture down as smooth as possible.

When masking walls, use painter’s tape along the base molding (approximately 1/16” up from the floor). Run ½” stencil tape on top of the base of the painter’s tape (this fiber reinforced tape makes it easier to pull tape when finishing up).

3

GROUT COAT:

When applying grout at the recommended square footage, when it is dry, it should feel like sandpaper. Also, DO NOT apply too thick (trying to create “build”) with this coat. This texture, at this viscosity, is NOT meant to fill or be applied thick.

Wait until the grout coat is completely dry before attempting to design your wood planks with stencil tape. On interior projects, this means waiting until the next day.

4

DESIGN:

To keep things random, use three different sized jigs (pre-cut paint sticks or wood trim pieces) to quickly measure each plank. 7”, 9” & 11” jigs are three example combinations for varied plank sizes. Use random sizes to keep things stress free (and looking natural).

Write sizes on your wooden jigs. If doing 7, 9, and 11-inch width planks . . . write 7, 9 and 11 on your measuring sticks with a black magic marker.

You’ll want to have two of each size (one set for each worker designing the planks).

End of planks/cross pieces: Randomly place tape ¾ of the way across the plank/tape to create the end of planks.

When taping and walking back toward your helper, you’ll want to walk on the tape line to tack it down.

Use a 4” or 6” mini roller frame + cover on a broom handle (roller cover has tape wrapped around it to stiffen it) and roll up and down the tape line to tack the tape down tightly to the grout coat. Don’t roll before walking down the tape first (the line can get wavy if you don’t walk on it first).

5

TEXTURE COAT:

Magic trowel technique: Pour puddle of texture down and magic trowel from one side of the room to the other side focusing on coating 3-4 planks at a time (depending on your plank widths). You want to be able to still faintly see the tape through the texture.

When using an angled broom, it is essential to first cut the soft-bristled ends (the “fuzzy” part of the broom) off with scissors. You need the stiffness of the upper bristles to make the grain impression.

There is no need to put down pressure on the angle broom. The weight of the broom is all you need. Make sure not to drag excess texture to the ends of your boards Don’t try to get fancy and “artistic” here with the angle broom. Just walk straight.

When brooming texture across the floor, continue until you are several feet away from a wall and pick up on the broom. Put the broom against the other wall and broom back into AND past where you just textured and pick up on the broom.

6

CREATING KNOTS:

LESS IS MORE when it comes to making knots!

With a 2” brush, twirl, then extend the markings above and below the knot (study the way real wood knots look and you’ll know what we’re getting at) or you can stab the wet texture with brush and do a quick twist in one direction . . . There really is no wrong way to do this . . . ugly knots look good when stained! Smaller knots look better than bigger knots.

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RUSTIC CONCRETE WOOD TIPS & TRICKS (CONT.) Alternative Hand Troweling Method/ “Rough Cut” or “Rough Hewn” Rustic Wood.

Check out our courses on Decorative Concrete University!

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SCRAPING & PULLING TAPE:

SCRAPE IN THE DIRECTION OF THE WOOD GRAIN! When removing tape, put pressure and pull on the tape towards you as you lift up the lines of tape. IF you pull/bend the tape over against the texture, you will leave many strands of tape fiber embedded (and you’ll have to spend a bunch of time trying to scrape it out).

If creating nail holes at the end of your planks, now is the time to do so.

When sweeping and vacuuming up the debris from scraping and pulling tape, DO NOT ROLL YOUR VACUUM across the floor. You may (and probably will) leave marks across several planks if you do. PICK UP the vacuum, set it down and repeat this process as you need to.

8

STAINING:

Staining the whole floor by hand looks the most realistic.

Here is one stain formula to follow: On your main color of the floor, hand stain approximately 70% of the floor with 4 parts water to 1 part Classic Rustic Concrete Wood Stain. Walking around in your socks and moving around to random boards (while having your stain in a 16oz squat cup) is the way to go. On 15 % of the floor, dilute the stain concentrate 6 parts water to 1 part concentrate stain (for lighter colored boards). On the remaining 15% of the floor, mix up a new batch of stain at 3 parts water to 1 part concentrate stain (and apply a bit heavier) for darker colored boards. Bark Brown can be used as well for darker boards (or use a mix of 50/50 Classic Rustic Concrete Wood Stain + Bark Brown).

Use a quality paint brush to stain. A 3” paint brush is a good size to utilize.

With the corner of your brush, soak up some stain and then let it drip into your knot texture. This puddled stain will randomly flow around the knot texture and dry darker than the rest of the board.

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SEALING:

EXTERIOR Work in smaller areas. Roll out sealer and then crosshatch without redipping. “Thin to win”.

Seal when surface temps are steady or going down (evening is typically a good time to seal). When slab temps are increasing, concrete is breathing out and bubbles can happen. When slab temps are decreasing, concrete in breathing in / sucking the sealer into it.

If you see “spiderwebbing” in the acrylic sealer while rolling, in means that area is already drying or your roller is dry.

Wait until the first coat is not sticky to do the second coat (you don’t want to step in sticky sealer and cause discoloration or damage to your uncured coating.)

INTERIOR The MOST IMPORTANT TIP: “OUT OF THE BUCKET AND ONTO THE FLOOR.” Leaving the epoxy too long in the bucket will cause it to heat up and start smoking. DO NOT POUR HOT EPOXY ON YOUR PROJECT. Use The Concrete Protector’s large low viscosity mixing wand for mixing Neat Coat Epoxy. This is the correct mixing wand to ensure that you are not whipping air into your epoxy.

Whenever you break a kit, you must premix Part A for 3 minutes BEFORE pouring out of the bucket.

1.5 - 3 mixed gallons at a time is a typical amount to work with.

Do not use a high-speed drill. Do not mix so fast that you get the “tornado effect” in the product as it spins around the bucket. At this speed, you may suck air down into the epoxy . . . potentially entrapping it and possibly causing bubbles.

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TIPS & TRICKS (CONT.) Make sure the room is at a steady temperature or the temperature is on the decrease when applying the epoxy. A room with floor temps rising while curing may cause the slab to breathe out and possibly cause outgassing bubbles).

Do whatever it takes to control room temps. If it means putting aluminum foil on the windows to block and reflect the sun, then do it.

Use the appropriate labor force for the job that you’re doing. Most residential projects may require 3 workers. One person dedicated to mixing only.

One person as your “runner”, taking buckets of mixed epoxy from the mixing area to the floor, and one person as the main applicator/finisher.

Make sure you have a “mixing bucket” and a” job bucket”. When mixed epoxy is poured into your job bucket, make sure that the job bucket is sitting on a clean surface.

IF wearing spiked shoes when applying your epoxy, make sure you are wearing dull or rounded spikes.

Sharp spikes + a heavy installer = floor damage. Consider investing in rubber sport cleats if you need to walk in your epoxy while installing.

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REPAIRS IF NEEDED:

Scratches: Using a non-scratch Scotch Brite pad, rub surface, then clean to see if that removes the scratch. You may then have to “spot wax” with our acrylic floor finish (High Noon or Satin Armor Floor Finish) . . . only if necessary. If there is a deeper scratch and the Scotch Brite pad/wax doesn’t do the trick, use 220 grit sandpaper or screen (or higher) to lightly sand the spot/area then 1 - 3 coats of acrylic floor finish.

If damage occurs through your top seal coats and into your texture coat, a furniture wood stain pen is a good tool for stain touch-ups.

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COLOR CHART

Use this color chart ONLY when integrally coloring your texture mix and NOT when you plan on staining after texture is set.

Almond: Amazon: Berkley Brown: Butterscotch: Cajun Red: Carioca: Colony Buff: El Dorado: Fiesta: Grenada Green: Gibraltar Gray: Mesa Buff: Midnight Gray:

1 tbsp. brown + 1 tbsp. yellow + 1 tbsp. black 3 oz. black + 4 oz. green + 1/4 oz. yellow 7 oz. brown + 3 oz. black 3 tbsp. brown + 1 tbsp. yellow + 1 tbsp. black 3 tbsp. brick red + 2 oz. black 4 oz. brick red + 3 tbsp. black 1/2 oz. buff 3 oz. buff 3 oz. brick red + 1 oz. yellow + 2 oz. brown 4 tbsp. black + 2 tbsp. yellow 1 oz. black 2 oz. black + 2 oz brown + 2 oz yellow 7 oz. black

Mocha: Moss Green: Navajo: Palisades: Platinum: Promenade: Rambling Rose: Roman Red: Sandstone: Sanibel Sand: Stone: Texas Tan: Tungsten Grey:

7 oz. brown 2 tbsp. black + 1 tbsp. yellow 2 tbsp. brick red + 2 tbsp. brown + 3 tbsp. black 5 tbsp. black + 4 tbsp. brown + 1 tbsp. yellow 3 oz. black 1/2 oz. black 6 tbsp. black + 2 tbsp. brick red 6 oz. of brick red + 2 oz. of black + 2 oz. of brown 1/4 oz. buff 1/2 oz. buff + 1/4 oz. black 3 tbsp. black + 1 tbsp. brown 1 oz. buff 1/4 oz. black

COLORS ARE APPROXIMATE: Accent, measurement, and the way they are sprayed can affect final color shade: 1.5 Tbsp.* = 1 oz.; 1 capful = 1 oz.; 32 oz. = 1 quart (Some measuring cups are marked in ounces) * tbsp. = tablespoon • tsp. = teaspoon To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 MCKINLEY RD. ST. MARY'S, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

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COLOR CHART

Use this color chart ONLY when integrally coloring your texture mix and NOT when you plan on staining after texture is set.

Buff Sand: 3 oz. Buff Slate Gray: 2.5 oz. Black + .5 oz. White Deep Pine: 2.5 oz. Black + .5 oz. Green Nutmeg: 1.5 oz. Buff + 1.5 oz. Black Slate Blue: 2.5 oz Black + .5 oz. Blue Cedar Red: 2 oz. Buff + 1 oz. Red Dark Brown: 1.5 oz Brown + 1.5 oz. Black Dark Red: 1.5 oz. Red + 1.5 oz. Black Crimson Walnut: 1.5 oz. Red + 1.5 oz. Brown Antique Gray: Tbsp. Graphite Metallic Chestnut Brown: 2 oz. Buff + 2 oz. Brown...OR (1 oz. Red + 1 oz. Yellow + 1 oz. Black can produce a similar color) Terra Cotta: 2 oz. White + .5 oz Red + .5 oz. Yellow + .25 oz. Black

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TUSCAN SLATE STEP-BY-STEP MANUAL

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TUSCAN SLATE PERSONAL PROTECTION It’s always recommended to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the task at hand and follow your employer’s safety policy. Commonly known PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, earplugs, respirators, etc, are recommended as needed.

For further information on OSHA requirements, visit https://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3151.pdf

INSTRUCTIONS: PREP

(For in-depth instructions, see Prep Manual) 1 Prep surface to be coated by shot blasting/grinding/acid washing, etc...

2 Use appropriate TCP repair products to fill holes, cracks & control joints 3 Thoroughly clean surface 4 Protect surfaces not to be coated using specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc…

GROUT COAT 1 Set up mix station 2 If spraying, set up and test spraying equipment 3 Using “mixed” HD Resin (1:1 with water), combine “mixed resin” (7-9 qts.), texture mix (1 bag), and mineral pigment for desired color.

Mix for 3-5 minutes

4 Using a magic trowel, or hopper spray gun, apply grout coat over surface 5 Let dry 6 Address imperfections in grout coat by scraping 7 Using stencil tape, tape out design (if desired) For in- depth taping instructions, visit https://theconcreteprotector.com/decorative-concrete-university/

TEXTURE COAT 1 Using “mixed” HD Resin (1:1 with water), combine “mixed resin” (7-9 Qts.), texture mix (1 bag), and mineral pigment for desired color.

Mix for 3-5 minutes

2 Using the end of a metal hand trowel, a cup, drywall bucket scoop, etc…, drop small blobs of texture on grout coat, leaving random spaces 3 Using a metal hand trowel, “smear” the texture blobs across the surface, leaving approximately 5%-10% of grout coat showing through 4 Let dry 5 Address imperfections in texture coat by scraping 6 Pull tape 7 Remove all dirt and debris from floor 8 Apply stain using desired technique 9 Let dry

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TUSCAN SLATE

SEALING INTERIOR: 1 Apply Neat Coat Epoxy (2 Parts A to 1 Part B) 2 Apply desired top coat (optional) 3 Remove all protective specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc...

4 Make sure project area is clean, presentable, and free from debris

EXTERIOR: 1 Apply Acrylic Sealer 2 Apply 2nd coat of Acrylic Sealer 3 Remove all protective specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc...

4 Make sure project area is clean, presentable, and free from debris

PRODUCTS & COVERAGE Appropriate Concrete Protector repair products (see Prep Manual) SKU:

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

1 DM-3913

Concrete Protector Texture Mix

150-250 sq. ft. per bag/ *Dry Time= 1-6 hours

2 DM-5406

Concrete Protector HD Resin

Mixes 3-5 bags of texture mix

3 DC-2022 thru DC-2055

Concrete Protector Mineral Pigment Colorants

1-8 oz. per bag

SEALER OPTIONS SKU:

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

DRY TIME:

1 SE-2807

Barricade 50 Acrylic

mixed 1:1 with approved solvent, 140-200 per. sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry time = 1-3 hrs.

2 SE-2803

Acrylic Shield 25

140-200 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 1-3 hrs.

3 EN-6303

Epoxy Neat Coat

55-120 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 8-16 hrs.

4 UT-4501

WB 421 Gloss**

175 - 500 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 5-7 hrs.

5 UT-4499

WB 221 Satin**

175 - 500 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 5-7 hrs.

6 UT-4513

SLV Poly 90**

175 - 250 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 4-8 hrs.

7 TJ-3113

High Noon Acrylic Floor Finish**

1,500 - 3,000 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 1-2 hrs.

8 TJ-3125

Satin Armor Acrylic Floor Finish**

1,500 - 3,000 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 1-2 hrs.

** Used as an optional top coat with Neat Coat Epoxy * Coverages and dry times vary depending on application techniques and temperature. Estimations are based on 70 degrees, 30 percent relative humidity. For more information, refer to TDS sheets.

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TOOLS SKU:

TOOL:

SKU:

TOOL:

1 TP-7517-- TP-7521

Stencil Tape

16 TL-7127

Large Low Viscosity Wand (mixing)

2 TP-7507

2” Green Specialty Tape

17 ET-7255

1/8” Notched Squeegee

3 TL-7235

Mixing Tarps

18 TL-7103

Magic Trowel (18” is a popular size)

4 MX-3253

Drill Mixing Stand

19 TCR-1001

WTF Top Coat Roller

5 MX-3251

Hand Held Mixer

20 RL-4317

Roller End Caps

6 MX-3245

Mixing Paddle

21 RL-4309

18” Paint Tray

7 RL-4321

3/4” Nap Jumbo Roller Cover

22 TL-7303

Pail Opener

8 RL-4303

HD Jumbo Frame

23 TL-7357

2 Gallon Sprayer

9 TL-7361-- TL-7365

Assorted Mixing Containers and Cups

24 ET- 7355

Hudson Never- Pump Sprayer

10 RL-4325, RL-4335, RL-4319

4”,9”, or 18” Roller Frames

22 TL-7407

SMK-C100W0L Sprayer

11 RL-4323, RL-4341, RL-4313

4”, 9”, or 18” 3/8” Nap Roller Covers

23

Metal Hand Trowel

12 TL-7393, TL-7395

Threaded and Tapered Roller Poles

24

Low-Speed Drill

13 RL-4343

2” Chip Brushes

25

Tape Measures or Pre-Cut Jigs

14 TL-7107

16” Stand Up Metal Scraper

26

5 Gallon Mixing Buckets

15 ET-7323

Gloves

COST & PRICING 1 Typical Product Cost: $1.00 - $2.00 sq. ft.

2 Typical Pricing: $4.75 - $8.00 sq. ft.

BENEFITS & FEATURES 1 Super Durable & Easy To Maintain 2 Indoor / Outdoor Installations 3 Unlimited Color Selections 4 Not affected by floods if installed in a basement 5 Perfect to be installed over heated slab applications 6 Environmentally Friendly & Sustainable 7 Application temperatures between 55-95 degrees Polymer-infused cementitious texture is used to create a permanent decorative finish on any existing concrete surface. Transform your home or business with this high-end looking finish – inside and out. Sidewalks, basement floors, patios, showrooms, porches, commercial areas, pool decks, living areas and more.

This custom slate texture gives you an authentic look and feel with coloring that resembles hues found only in expensive flooring options (ie: acid stained concrete, upscale ceramic tiles . . .). Integral color variances created with mineral pigments and optional antiquing methods will make the Tuscan Slate finish your preferred concrete resurfacing system!

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TIPS & TRICKS 1

THE MOST IMPORTANT TIP:

2

RESIN

“OUT OF THE BUCKET AND ONTO THE FLOOR” Leaving the epoxy too long in the bucket will cause it to heat up and start smoking.

DO NOT POUR HOT EPOXY ON YOUR PROJECT. Make sure you use cool water to mix your resin (don’t use water that has been baking in the sun all day from a garden hose). Hot mixed resin = faster texture = less fun Mixed Resin = 1:1 mix of concentrated HD Resin + Water.

When making “Mixed Resin”, do not spray the top of the resin from the nozzle of a garden hose (this will cause the resin to foam and it will take longer to fill properly).

3

TOOLS & MASKING

Keep your trowels clean. Designate certain trowels for texture and other trowels for epoxy. Magic trowels and hand trowels with dried epoxy or texture on it will not allow you to put your texture down as smooth as possible.

When masking walls, use painter’s tape along the base molding (approximately 1/16” up from the floor). Run ½” stencil tape on top of the base of the painter’s tape (this fiber-reinforced tape makes it easier to pull tape when finishing up).

4

GROUT COAT

Most contractors prefer a “looser mix” on the Grout Coat for ease of application with the magic trowel. 9 quarts of mixed resin per bag of texture for this coat is typical.

When applying grout at the recommended square footage, when it is dry, it should feel like sandpaper. Also, DO NOT apply too thick (trying to create “build”) with this coat. This texture is NOT meant to fill or be applied thick. Wait until the grout coat is completely dry before attempting to design with stencil tape. On interior projects, this means waiting until the next day.

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DESIGN

Tile, Diagonal Tile or Ashlar Slate designs are the most common designs done. With that being said, a completely seamless Tuscan Slate (no taped design . . . just texture and color) is a great system to sell in some situations. For example, a sidewalk with control cuts every several feet may look less “busy” with no design at all. You may want to sell it and explain it as looking like “large pieces of slate” in each area (between each control cut/expansion joint).

Speaking of control cuts and expansion joints, on exterior projects you are honoring any existing control cuts/expansion joints (you are not filling them in).

Tile and Diagonal Tile designs are best sold as larger tile 24” - 36”. The bigger the tile, the less taping you have to do laying out the design!

Ashlar Slate design is random squares and rectangles.

Borders taped out around the edges of the slab can make for a nice decorative touch (if that is what your client is desiring). Borders can be textured with a different integral color mix or stained a different color after it is dry. A Diagonal Tile pattern, Ashlar Slate pattern or seamless Tuscan Slate on the interior of the border all look great!

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TEXTURE COAT

Most contractors prefer a slightly “thicker mix” on the Texture Coat compared to the Grout Coat. 7.5 - 8 quarts of mixed resin per bag of texture for this coat is typical.

If doing a design, make sure to do 100% coverage over design lines in order to highlight grout lines. However, it should be applied thin enough as to slightly see the tape lines through the texture.

Once you’ve coated the floor in an area and the texture begins to look dull (it starts losing its “wet sheen” look as it starts to dry), get down on your knee pads and move the trowel randomly around the texture on the floor.

When applying blobs of texture to the surface, drop them no more than 3 feet away so you can easily reach with your trowel to knock them down.

When knocking down texture, don’t hold your trowel flat (slightly tilt the trowel up on edge as you move it across the surface). By doing this, you are “knocking down” and flattening the blobs of texture, closing up the surface and leaving behind limited “open spaces”.

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TIPS & TRICKS (CONT.) Don’t move your trowel in a “windshield wiper” type of motion (you will be able to see all of the texture moving in the same pattern/direction if you do).

If multiple people are troweling on the project, switch back and forth with each other every few minutes (everyone has their own unique troweling technique and if you stay on one side of the slab while someone else is always on the other side, you will be able to see a distinct texture difference between the two areas).

Practice makes perfect!

Practice on sample boards and/or your own concrete to make sure you get the technique down.

Sell projects off of something you’ve done (ie, sample boards where you know the technique and coloring recipe).

When removing stencil tape, put pressure and pull on the tape towards you as you lift up the lines of tape. IF you pull/bend the tape over against the texture, you will leave many strands of tape fiber embedded (and you’ll have to spend a bunch of time trying to scrape it out).

When sweeping and vacuuming up the debris from scraping and pulling tape, DO NOT ROLL YOUR VACUUM across the floor. You may (and probably will) leave marks. PICK UP the vacuum, set it down and repeat this process as you need to.

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STAINING

Pump up sprayers (or better yet our SMK sprayers) work great to spray stain over your texture. There are multiple techniques to stain: 2-3 colors sprayed “wet-on-wet” or one stain followed by another after the first one has dried. The biggest thing to remember is to start light (you can always apply more). Practice on sample boards ahead of time to get the look you are going for.

The reason we typically go with a dark grout coat is to allow us to pull stencil tape and stain by allowing the stain to flow to the low areas.

Light-colored grout lines require different techniques for staining (not staining to slight puddling). Leaving the tape on and spraying stain to puddling will still have stain bleed under the tape and on the light-colored grout lines. Leaving the tape on and staining with HVLP or airless sprayers would be required (or individually staining tile or other designs with foam brushes).

The stain needs to be completely dry before sealing.

8

SEALING Exterior Sealing: Work in smaller areas. Roll out sealer and then crosshatch without redipping. “Thin to win”.

Seal when surface temps are steady or going down (evening is typically a good time to seal). When slab temps are increasing, concrete is breathing out and bubbles can happen. When slab temps are decreasing, concrete in breathing in / sucking the sealer into it.

If you see “spiderwebbing” in the acrylic sealer while rolling, it means that area is already drying or your roller is dry.

Wait until the first coat is dry before applying the second coat (you don’t want to step in sticky sealer and cause discoloration or damage to your uncured coating.)

Interior Sealing: Neat Coat epoxy is ideal for “build” to smooth out the low areas. It can be applied anywhere from 55 sq. ft. per gallon and higher. Applying at 55 - 65 sq. ft. per gallon is obviously going to give you more build and a smoother surface than when applied at 100 - 120 or more sq. ft. per gallon. With that being said, many clients like the texture of Neat Coat applied at 90 - 100 sq. ft. per gallon, but if they are wanting a completely smooth floor (they want to see the texture but not feel it), you’ll have to apply and charge for 2 thicker “build” coats.

The MOST IMPORTANT TIP WHEN USING EPOXY: “OUT OF THE BUCKET AND ONTO THE FLOOR.” Leaving the epoxy too long in the bucket will cause it to heat up and start smoking. DO NOT POUR HOT EPOXY ON YOUR PROJECT. Use The Concrete Protector’s large low viscosity mixing wand for mixing Neat Coat Epoxy. This is the correct mixing wand to ensure that you are not whipping air into your epoxy.

Whenever you break a kit, you must premix Part A for 3 minutes BEFORE pouring out of the bucket.

To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 MCKINLEY RD. ST. MARY'S, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

TUSCAN SLATE

TIPS & TRICKS (CONT.) 1.5 - 3 mixed gallons at a time is a typical amount to work with.

Do not use a high-speed drill. Do not mix so fast that you get the “tornado effect” in the product as it spins around the bucket (at this speed, you may suck air down into the epoxy . . . potentially entrapping it and possibly causing bubbles).

Make sure the room is at a steady temperature or the temperature is on the decrease when applying the epoxy. A room with floor temps rising while curing may cause the slab to breathe out and possibly cause outgassing bubbles.

Do whatever it takes to control room temps. If it means putting aluminum foil on the windows to block and reflect the sun, then do it.

Use the appropriate labor force for the job that you’re doing. Most residential projects may require 3 workers. One person dedicated to mixing only.

One person as your “runner”, taking buckets of mixed epoxy from the mixing area to the floor, and one person as the main applicator/finisher.

Make sure you have a “mixing bucket” and a” job bucket”. When mixed epoxy is poured into your job bucket, make sure that the job bucket is sitting on a clean surface.

IF wearing spiked shoes when applying your epoxy, make sure you are wearing dull or rounded spikes. Sharp spikes + a heavy installer = floor damage. Consider investing in rubber sport cleats if you need to walk in your epoxy while installing.

9

REPAIRS IF NEEDED:

Scratches in epoxy: Using a non-scratch Scotch Brite pad, rub surface, then clean to see if that removes the scratch. You may then have to “spot wax” with our acrylic floor finish (High Noon or Satin Armor Floor Finish) . . . only if necessary.

If there is a deeper scratch and the Scotch Brite pad/wax doesn’t do the trick, use 220 grit sandpaper or screen (or higher) to lightly sand the spot/area then 1 - 3 coats of acrylic floor finish.

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COLOR CHART

Use this color chart ONLY when integrally coloring your texture mix and NOT when you plan on staining after texture is set.

Almond: Amazon: Berkley Brown: Butterscotch: Cajun Red: Carioca: Colony Buff: El Dorado: Fiesta: Grenada Green: Gibraltar Gray: Mesa Buff: Midnight Gray:

1 tbsp. brown + 1 tbsp. yellow + 1 tbsp. black 3 oz. black + 4 oz. green + 1/4 oz. yellow 7 oz. brown + 3 oz. black 3 tbsp. brown + 1 tbsp. yellow + 1 tbsp. black 3 tbsp. brick red + 2 oz. black 4 oz. brick red + 3 tbsp. black 1/2 oz. buff 3 oz. buff 3 oz. brick red + 1 oz. yellow + 2 oz. brown 4 tbsp. black + 2 tbsp. yellow 1 oz. black 2 oz. black + 2 oz brown + 2 oz yellow 7 oz. black

Mocha: Moss Green: Navajo: Palisades: Platinum: Promenade: Rambling Rose: Roman Red: Sandstone: Sanibel Sand: Stone: Texas Tan: Tungsten Grey:

7 oz. brown 2 tbsp. black + 1 tbsp. yellow 2 tbsp. brick red + 2 tbsp. brown + 3 tbsp. black 5 tbsp. black + 4 tbsp. brown + 1 tbsp. yellow 3 oz. black 1/2 oz. black 6 tbsp. black + 2 tbsp. brick red 6 oz. of brick red + 2 oz. of black + 2 oz. of brown 1/4 oz. buff 1/2 oz. buff + 1/4 oz. black 3 tbsp. black + 1 tbsp. brown 1 oz. buff 1/4 oz. black

COLORS ARE APPROXIMATE: Accent, measurement, and the way they are sprayed can affect final color shade: 1.5 Tbsp.* = 1 oz.; 1 capful = 1 oz.; 32 oz. = 1 quart (Some measuring cups are marked in ounces) * tbsp. = tablespoon • tsp. = teaspoon To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR 1601 MCKINLEY RD. ST. MARY'S, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

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COLOR CHART

Use this color chart ONLY when integrally coloring your texture mix and NOT when you plan on staining after texture is set.

Buff Sand: 3 oz. Buff Slate Gray: 2.5 oz. Black + .5 oz. White Deep Pine: 2.5 oz. Black + .5 oz. Green Nutmeg: 1.5 oz. Buff + 1.5 oz. Black Slate Blue: 2.5 oz Black + .5 oz. Blue Cedar Red: 2 oz. Buff + 1 oz. Red Dark Brown: 1.5 oz Brown + 1.5 oz. Black Dark Red: 1.5 oz. Red + 1.5 oz. Black Crimson Walnut: 1.5 oz. Red + 1.5 oz. Brown Antique Gray: Tbsp. Graphite Metallic Chestnut Brown: 2 oz. Buff + 2 oz. Brown...OR (1 oz. Red + 1 oz. Yellow + 1 oz. Black can produce a similar color) Terra Cotta: 2 oz. White + .5 oz Red + .5 oz. Yellow + .25 oz. Black

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VENETIAN STONE STEP-BY-STEP MANUAL

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VENETIAN STONE PERSONAL PROTECTION It’s always recommended to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the task at hand and follow your employer’s safety policy. Commonly known PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, earplugs, respirators, etc, are recommended as needed.

For further information on OSHA requirements, visit https://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3151.pdf

INSTRUCTIONS: PREP

(For in-depth instructions, see Prep Manual) 1 Prep surface to be coated by shot blasting/grinding/acid washing, etc...

2 Use appropriate TCP repair products to fill holes, cracks & control joints 3 Thoroughly clean surface 4 Protect surfaces not to be coated using specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc…

GROUT COAT 1 Set up mix station 2 If spraying, set up and test spraying equipment 3 Using “mixed” HD Resin (1:1 with water), combine “mixed resin” (7-9 qts.), texture mix (1 bag), and mineral pigment for desired color.

Mix for 3-5 minutes

4 Using a magic trowel, or hopper spray gun, apply grout coat over surface 5 Let dry 6 Address imperfections in grout coat by scraping 7 Using stencil tape, tape out design (if desired) For in- depth taping instructions, visit https://theconcreteprotector.com/decorative-concrete-university/

TEXTURE COAT 1 Using “mixed” HD Resin (1:1 with water), combine “mixed resin” (7-9 Qts.), texture mix (1 bag), and mineral pigment for desired color.

Mix for 3-5 minutes

2 Using a cup or container, pour texture onto grout coat in small areas 3 Using a metal hand trowel, “smear” puddles of texture over entire floor using short, random strokes 4 Let dry 5 Address imperfections in texture coat by scraping 6 Pull tape 7 Remove all dirt and debris from floor 8 Apply stain using desired technique 9 Let dry

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SEALING INTERIOR: 1 Apply Neat Coat Epoxy (2 Parts A to 1 Part B) 2 Apply desired top coat (optional) 3 Remove all protective specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc...

4 Make sure project area is clean, presentable, and free from debris

EXTERIOR: 1 Apply Acrylic Sealer 2 Apply 2nd coat of Acrylic Sealer 3 Remove all protective specialty tape, paper, plastic, etc...

4 Make sure project area is clean, presentable, and free from debris

PRODUCTS & COVERAGE Appropriate Concrete Protector repair products (see Prep Manual) SKU:

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

1 DM-3913

Concrete Protector Texture Mix

150-250 sq. ft. per bag/ *Dry Time= 1-6 hours

2 DM-5406

Concrete Protector HD Resin

Mixes 3-5 bags of texture mix

3 DC-2022 thru DC-2055

Concrete Protector Mineral Pigment Colorants

1-8 oz. per bag

SEALER OPTIONS SKU:

PRODUCT:

COVERAGE:

DRY TIME:

1 SE-2807

Barricade 50 Acrylic

mixed 1:1 with approved solvent, 140-200 per. sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry time = 1-3 hrs.

2 SE-2803

Acrylic Shield 25

140-200 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 1-3 hrs.

3 EN-6303

Epoxy Neat Coat

55-120 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 8-16 hrs.

4 UT-4501

WB 421 Gloss**

175 - 500 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 5-7 hrs.

5 UT-4499

WB 221 Satin**

175 - 500 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 5-7 hrs.

6 UT-4513

SLV Poly 90**

175 - 250 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 4-8 hrs.

7 TJ-3113

High Noon Acrylic Floor Finish**

1,500 - 3,000 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 1-2 hrs.

8 TJ-3125

Satin Armor Acrylic Floor Finish**

1,500 - 3,000 sq. ft. per gal.

*Dry Time = 1-2 hrs.

** Used as an optional top coat with Neat Coat Epoxy * Coverages and dry times vary depending on application techniques and temperature. Estimations are based on 70 degrees, 30 percent relative humidity. For more information, refer to TDS sheets.

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TOOLS SKU:

TOOL:

SKU:

TOOL:

1 TP-7517-- TP-7521

Stencil Tape

16 TL-7127

Large Low Viscosity Wand (mixing)

2 TP-7507

2” Green Specialty Tape

17 ET-7255

1/8” Notched Squeegee

3 TL-7235

Mixing Tarps

18 TL-7103

Magic Trowel (18” is a popular size)

4 MX-3253

Drill Mixing Stand

19 TCR-1001

WTF Top Coat Roller

5 MX-3251

Hand Held Mixer

20 RL-4317

Roller End Caps

6 MX-3245

Mixing Paddle

21 RL-4309

18” Paint Tray

7 RL-4321

3/4” Nap Jumbo Roller Cover

22 TL-7303

Pail Opener

8 RL-4303

HD Jumbo Frame

23 TL-7357

2 Gallon Sprayer

9 TL-7361-- TL-7365

Assorted Mixing Containers and Cups

24 ET- 7355

Hudson Never- Pump Sprayer

10 RL-4325, RL-4335, RL-4319

4”,9”, or 18” Roller Frames

22 TL-7407

SMK-C100W0L Sprayer

11 RL-4323, RL-4341, RL-4313

4”, 9”, or 18” 3/8” Nap Roller Covers

23

Metal Hand Trowel

12 TL-7393, TL-7395

Threaded and Tapered Roller Poles

24

Low-Speed Drill

13 RL-4343

2” Chip Brushes

25

Tape Measures or Pre-Cut Jigs

14 TL-7107

16” Stand Up Metal Scraper

26

5 Gallon Mixing Buckets

15 ET-7323

Gloves

COST & PRICING 1 Typical Product Cost: $1.00 - $2.00 sq. ft.

2 Typical Pricing: $4.75 - $8.00 sq. ft.

BENEFITS & FEATURES 1 Super Durable & Easy To Maintain 2 Indoor / Outdoor Installations 3 Unlimited Color Selections 4 Not affected by floods if installed in a basement 5 Perfect to be installed over heated slab applications 6 Environmentally Friendly & Sustainable 7 Application temperatures between 55-95 degrees Polymer-infused cementitious texture is used to create a permanent decorative finish on any existing concrete surface. Transform your home or business with this high-end looking finish – inside and out. Sidewalks, basement floors, patios, showrooms, porches, commercial areas, pool decks, living areas and more.

This custom slate texture gives you an authentic look and feel with coloring that resembles hues found only in expensive flooring options (ie: acid stained concrete, upscale ceramic tiles . . .). Integral color variances created with mineral pigments and optional antiquing methods will make the Tuscan Slate finish your preferred concrete resurfacing system!

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TIPS & TRICKS 1

THE MOST IMPORTANT TIP:

2

RESIN

“OUT OF THE BUCKET AND ONTO THE FLOOR” Leaving the epoxy too long in the bucket will cause it to heat up and start smoking.

DO NOT POUR HOT EPOXY ON YOUR PROJECT. Make sure you use cool water to mix your resin (don’t use water that has been baking in the sun all day from a garden hose). Hot mixed resin = faster texture = less fun Mixed Resin = 1:1 mix of concentrated HD Resin + Water.

When making “Mixed Resin”, do not spray the top of the resin from the nozzle of a garden hose (this will cause the resin to foam and it will take longer to fill properly).

3

TOOLS & MASKING

Keep your trowels clean. Designate certain trowels for texture and other trowels for epoxy. Magic trowels and hand trowels with dried epoxy or texture on it will not allow you to put your texture down as smooth as possible.

When masking walls, use painter’s tape along the base molding (approximately 1/16” up from the floor). Run ½” stencil tape on top of the base of the painter’s tape (this fiber-reinforced tape makes it easier to pull tape when finishing up).

4

GROUT COAT

Most contractors prefer a “looser mix” on the Grout Coat for ease of application with the magic trowel. 9 quarts of mixed resin per bag of texture for this coat is typical.

When applying grout at the recommended square footage, when it is dry, it should feel like sandpaper. Also, DO NOT apply too thick (trying to create “build”) with this coat. This texture is NOT meant to fill or be applied thick. Wait until the grout coat is completely dry before attempting to design with stencil tape. On interior projects, this means waiting until the next day.

5

DESIGN

Tile, Diagonal Tile, Ashlar Slate, and Grand Flagstone are the most common designs done with this texture. With that being said, a completely seamless Venetian Stone Texture (no taped design . . . just texture and color) is hard to pull off in most situations. Every trowel line is visible and much practice is needed to pull this look off . . . some have referred to this look as the look of “frosting on a cake” . The grout lines of any design pattern will break up most trowel lines and the project will look more pleasing to the eye.

Speaking of control cuts and expansion joints on exterior projects, you are honoring any existing control cuts/expansion joints (you are not filling them in).

Tile and diagonal tile designs are best sold as larger tile 24” - 36” tile. The bigger the tile, the less taping you have to do laying out the design! The same thing goes for the Grand Flagstone design Ashlar Slate design is random squares and rectangles.

Borders taped out around the edges of the slab can make for a nice decorative touch (if that is what your client is desiring). Borders can be textured with a different integral color mix or stained a different color after it is dry. A Diagonal Tile or Ashlar Slate Pattern on the interior of the border looks great!

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TEXTURE COAT

Most contractors prefer a slightly “thicker mix” on the Texture Coat compared to the Grout Coat. 7.5 - 8 quarts of mixed resin per bag of texture for this coat is typical.

If doing a design, make sure to do 100% coverage over design lines in order to highlight grout lines. However, it should be applied thin enough as to slightly see the tape lines through the texture.

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TROWELING

Texture should be applied thin enough as to slightly see the tape lines through the texture. You should be getting approximately 175 sq ft per bag of texture when troweling like this.

Thinner is better than thicker. The slight texture created by troweling like this (subtle highs and lows) does not stand out that much until the surface is stained (with stain settling in the “lows”).

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TIPS & TRICKS (CONT.) Don’t move your trowel in a “windshield wiper” type of motion (you will be able to see all of the texture moving in the same pattern/direction if you do).

If multiple people are troweling on the project, switch back and forth with each other every few minutes (everyone has their own unique troweling technique and if you stay on one side of the slab while someone else is always on the other side, you will be able to see a distinct texture difference between the two areas).

Practice makes perfect!

Practice on sample boards and/or your own concrete to make sure you get the technique down.

Sell projects off of something you’ve done (ie, sample boards where you know the technique and coloring recipe).

When removing stencil tape, put pressure and pull on the tape towards you as you lift up the lines of tape. IF you pull/bend the tape over against the texture, you will leave many strands of tape fiber embedded (and you’ll have to spend a bunch of time trying to scrape it out).

When sweeping and vacuuming up the debris from scraping and pulling tape, DO NOT ROLL YOUR VACUUM across the floor. You may (and probably will) leave marks. PICK UP the vacuum, set it down and repeat this process as you need to.

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STAINING

Pump up sprayers (or better yet our SMK sprayers) work great to spray stain over your texture. There are multiple techniques to stain: 2-3 colors sprayed “wet-on-wet” or one stain followed by another after the first one has dried. The biggest thing to remember is to start light (you can always apply more). Practice on sample boards ahead of time to get the look you are going for.

The reason we typically go with a dark grout coat is to allow us to pull stencil tape and stain by allowing the stain to flow to the low areas.

Light-colored grout lines require different techniques for staining (not staining to slight puddling). Leaving the tape on and spraying stain to puddling will still have stain bleed under the tape and on the light-colored grout lines. Leaving the tape on and staining with HVLP or airless sprayers would be required (or individually staining tile or other designs with foam brushes).

The stain needs to be completely dry before sealing.

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SEALING Exterior Sealing: Work in smaller areas. Roll out sealer and then crosshatch without redipping. “Thin to win”.

Seal when surface temps are steady or going down (evening is typically a good time to seal). When slab temps are increasing, concrete is breathing out and bubbles can happen. When slab temps are decreasing, concrete in breathing in / sucking the sealer into it.

If you see “spiderwebbing” in the acrylic sealer while rolling, it means that area is already drying or your roller is dry.

Wait until the first coat is dry before applying the second coat (you don’t want to step in sticky sealer and cause discoloration or damage to your uncured coating.)

Interior Sealing: Neat Coat epoxy is ideal for “build” to smooth out the low areas. It can be applied anywhere from 55 sq. ft. per gallon and higher. Applying at 55 - 65 sq. ft. per gallon is obviously going to give you more build and a smoother surface than when applied at 100 - 120 or more sq. ft. per gallon. With that being said, many clients like the texture of Neat Coat applied at 90 - 100 sq. ft. per gallon, but if they are wanting a completely smooth floor (they want to see the texture but not feel it), you’ll have to apply and charge for 2 thicker “build” coats.

The MOST IMPORTANT TIP WHEN USING EPOXY: “OUT OF THE BUCKET AND ONTO THE FLOOR.” Leaving the epoxy too long in the bucket will cause it to heat up and start smoking. DO NOT POUR HOT EPOXY ON YOUR PROJECT. Use The Concrete Protector’s large low viscosity mixing wand for mixing Neat Coat Epoxy. This is the correct mixing wand to ensure that you are not whipping air into your epoxy.

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TIPS & TRICKS (CONT.) Whenever you break a kit, you must premix Part A for 3 minutes BEFORE pouring out of the bucket.

1.5 - 3 mixed gallons at a time is a typical amount to work with.

Do not use a high-speed drill. Do not mix so fast that you get the “tornado effect” in the product as it spins around the bucket (at this speed, you may suck air down into the epoxy . . . potentially entrapping it and possibly causing bubbles).

Make sure the room is at a steady temperature or the temperature is on the decrease when applying the epoxy. A room with floor temps rising while curing may cause the slab to breathe out and possibly cause outgassing bubbles.

Do whatever it takes to control room temps. If it means putting aluminum foil on the windows to block and reflect the sun, then do it.

Use the appropriate labor force for the job that you’re doing. Most residential projects may require 3 workers. One person dedicated to mixing only.

One person as your “runner”, taking buckets of mixed epoxy from the mixing area to the floor, and one person as the main applicator/finisher.

Make sure you have a “mixing bucket” and a” job bucket”. When mixed epoxy is poured into your job bucket, make sure that the job bucket is sitting on a clean surface.

IF wearing spiked shoes when applying your epoxy, make sure you are wearing dull or rounded spikes. Sharp spikes + a heavy installer = floor damage. Consider investing in rubber sport cleats if you need to walk in your epoxy while installing.

10

REPAIRS IF NEEDED:

Scratches in epoxy: Using a non-scratch Scotch Brite pad, rub surface, then clean to see if that removes the scratch. You may then have to “spot wax” with our acrylic floor finish (High Noon or Satin Armor Floor Finish) . . . only if necessary.

If there is a deeper scratch and the Scotch Brite pad/wax doesn’t do the trick, use 220 grit sandpaper or screen (or higher) to lightly sand the spot/area then 1 - 3 coats of acrylic floor finish.

To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 MCKINLEY RD. ST. MARY'S, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

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COLOR CHART

Use this color chart ONLY when integrally coloring your texture mix and NOT when you plan on staining after texture is set.

Almond: Amazon: Berkley Brown: Butterscotch: Cajun Red: Carioca: Colony Buff: El Dorado: Fiesta: Grenada Green: Gibraltar Gray: Mesa Buff: Midnight Gray:

1 tbsp. brown + 1 tbsp. yellow + 1 tbsp. black 3 oz. black + 4 oz. green + 1/4 oz. yellow 7 oz. brown + 3 oz. black 3 tbsp. brown + 1 tbsp. yellow + 1 tbsp. black 3 tbsp. brick red + 2 oz. black 4 oz. brick red + 3 tbsp. black 1/2 oz. buff 3 oz. buff 3 oz. brick red + 1 oz. yellow + 2 oz. brown 4 tbsp. black + 2 tbsp. yellow 1 oz. black 2 oz. black + 2 oz brown + 2 oz yellow 7 oz. black

Mocha: Moss Green: Navajo: Palisades: Platinum: Promenade: Rambling Rose: Roman Red: Sandstone: Sanibel Sand: Stone: Texas Tan: Tungsten Grey:

7 oz. brown 2 tbsp. black + 1 tbsp. yellow 2 tbsp. brick red + 2 tbsp. brown + 3 tbsp. black 5 tbsp. black + 4 tbsp. brown + 1 tbsp. yellow 3 oz. black 1/2 oz. black 6 tbsp. black + 2 tbsp. brick red 6 oz. of brick red + 2 oz. of black + 2 oz. of brown 1/4 oz. buff 1/2 oz. buff + 1/4 oz. black 3 tbsp. black + 1 tbsp. brown 1 oz. buff 1/4 oz. black

COLORS ARE APPROXIMATE: Accent, measurement, and the way they are sprayed can affect final color shade: 1.5 Tbsp.* = 1 oz.; 1 capful = 1 oz.; 32 oz. = 1 quart (Some measuring cups are marked in ounces) * tbsp. = tablespoon • tsp. = teaspoon To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2019 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1101 LINCOLN AVE., WAPAKONETA, OH 45895 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM

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COLOR CHART

Use this color chart ONLY when integrally coloring your texture mix and NOT when you plan on staining after texture is set.

Buff Sand: 3 oz. Buff Slate Gray: 2.5 oz. Black + .5 oz. White Deep Pine: 2.5 oz. Black + .5 oz. Green Nutmeg: 1.5 oz. Buff + 1.5 oz. Black Slate Blue: 2.5 oz Black + .5 oz. Blue Cedar Red: 2 oz. Buff + 1 oz. Red Dark Brown: 1.5 oz Brown + 1.5 oz. Black Dark Red: 1.5 oz. Red + 1.5 oz. Black Crimson Walnut: 1.5 oz. Red + 1.5 oz. Brown Antique Gray: Tbsp. Graphite Metallic Chestnut Brown: 2 oz. Buff + 2 oz. Brown...OR (1 oz. Red + 1 oz. Yellow + 1 oz. Black can produce a similar color) Terra Cotta: 2 oz. White + .5 oz Red + .5 oz. Yellow + .25 oz. Black

To learn advanced repair products, techniques, and in-depth methods on this system, go to decorativeconcreteu.com or scan our QR code. ©2022 THE CONCRETE PROTECTOR, 1601 MCKINLEY RD. ST. MARY'S, OH 45885 • 877-743-9732 • THECONCRETEPROTECTOR.COM