Wood Floor Surface Preparation Instructions

When using kit with clear coat The clear coat must be applied within 24 hours. If you wait longer than 24 hours to apply the clear coat you must lightly rough up the surface with sandpaper. (18 hours is the optimum time for applying the clear/second coat.)

The two necessary criteria for proper floor coating adhesion are the removal of surface contaminants and the creation of a profile suitable for coating adhesion.

Sweep or power blow entire floor surface area.

Plywood You can apply epoxy coat directly over clean plywood. Any small holes and/or cracks will need to be filled using an acrylic latex painter's caulk that does not contain silicone. Two coats or one thicker coat of epoxy may be desired to achieve better coverage. Plywood floors will not need to be sanded as long as they are clean. Any seams will need to be filled using an acrylic latex painter's caulk that does not contain silicone.

Hardwood Hardwood floors will need to be sanded using 100 grit sand paper prior to the application of Epoxy-Coat. Any seams will need to be filled using an acrylic latex painter's caulk that does not contain silicone.

*Please be advised that wood surfaces are more porous and will require more product for proper coverage.

NOTE: When coating Epoxy-Coat™ in previously coated areas, you must make sure the coating is bonding, cleaned and sanded with 100 - 120 grit sandpaper prior to application of Epoxy-Coat™. If the previous coating is not bonding you must remove the failed coating. Using the clean & prep solution is not needed.

Mixing Instructions

Rinse and dry mixing kit bucket with a clean rag prior to mixing. Install the supplied mixing tool into a high speed drill. Mix Part "A" of Epoxy-Coat™ in its original bucket for 2 minutes. Pour 1 part of Epoxy-Coat™ Part "B" into 2 parts of Epoxy-Coat™ Part "A" using the measuring stick supplied with the kit. Follow the guidelines for the recommended mixing and coverage on the measuring stick. Mix thoroughly with the mixing tool for 3 minutes paying close attention to mixing all around the buckets sides and raising and lowering the mixing tool. Please read instruction labels on epoxy lids and mixing sticks. Immediately pour ALL mixed contents in a line on the floor. After mixing, you have up to 15 minutes working time at 70° degrees F (lower at higher temps). Mixing must be very thorough (3 minutes) or the coating will not cure and clean up and removal of the uncured epoxy will be costly and very time consuming. NOTE: If more than one kit is purchased, you should batch mix (mix together) the Part "A's" prior to mixing with Part "B". This is done for proper color stability and consistency.

Application Instructions

Immediately after mixing and starting in the farthest corner of the room, pour mixed contents (parallel to, and approx. 2' from the wall). Using the kit brush, cut in the perimeter walls (or any other obstruction that may be hard to roll). Using the kit squeegee, (perpendicular to the poured line of epoxy) draw the epoxy from the back wall with the squeegee until there is no more wet epoxy to draw back. (10' x 12' at 9.7 mils or 10' x 5.9' at 20 mils.) Continue to squeegee pulling this product down the line until complete. With the kit roller, perpendicular to squeegee application, roll the epoxy until even and consistent. After backrolling go to the next section, squeegee and backroll. After the second section is backrolled, go back to the first section and re-backroll it completely (approx. 10 minutes after first backroll). Divide the kit flakes into the number of section applications you will perform. In small amounts sprinkle the kit flakes into the floor by evenly throwing the flakes into the air 5 ft or higher and allowing them to fall into the wet coating on the first section only. Remember, only flake a section after the 2nd backroll is complete. If additional non-slip flooring is desired, apply the kit aluminum oxide by sprinkling small amounts of aluminum oxide into the floor by evenly throwing the aluminum oxide into the air 5 ft or higher and allowing them to fall into the wet coating. NOTE: Aluminum oxide will make the floor more slip resistant but will make it harder to clean, it should be used according to your desired needs. Continue to coat the next areas by repeating steps. NOTE: Epoxy-Coat™ full kit can cover UP TO 500 sq. ft. and Epoxy-Coat™ 1/2 kit can cover UP TO 250 sq. ft. in a one-coat application on clean smooth concrete. Coverage will be reduced for rough concrete or thick applications. Epoxy-Coat™ should be applied in multiple coats if necessary in contaminated or rough areas. (Application must be performed within 18 hours or less for proper inter-coat bonding. After 18 hours sand with 120 grit sandpaper). NOTE: Epoxy-Coat™ is a 100% solids epoxy that can be applied from 1 mil DFT to 500 mils DFT and can be used to patch concrete.

Dry Time

Dry time for foot traffic in 18 hours and heavy traffic in 24 hours at room temperature (70° degrees F) regardless of thickness. Drying times are longer at cooler temperatures. Temperature and humidity can affect dry time. AS WITH MANY HIGH PERFORMANCE FLOOR COATINGS FULL CHEMICAL RESISTANT CURE IS 3 DAYS.

CLEAN-UP

Epoxy-Coat™ cleans up with Xylene (xylol) thinner. If you desire to dispose, pour remaining product back into 6 gallon bucket, mix for 3 minutes and let harden. Dispose of in accordance with local, state and federal laws.

MAINTENANCE

Recommended floor cleaning solution is Epoxy-Coat™ C-900 cleaning solution (can be purchased on-line at www.epoxy-coat.com). Some floors may be cleaned with a mild degreaser and water with normal mopping.

SAFETY

AVOID CONTACT WITH SKIN AND EYES. For skin contact wash affected area with soap and water, rinse well for 15 minutes. Cleaning solution contains muriatic acid. Eye and skin irritant. You should wear rubber gloves with safety glasses when preparing floor and applying Epoxy-Coat™.

FIRST AID

In case of contact with eyes or skin, clean with soap and water and then flush with cold water for 15 minutes. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Drink 2 cups of water or milk. Contact a physician immediately and seek medical attention. Material Safety Data Sheets are available on line at www.epoxy-coat.com.