Epoxy.com Product # 229
Two Component, Water Based, High Performance Coating
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DESCRIPTION
Epoxy.com #229
is a two component, water based, high performance coating suitable for concrete and other commonly used building materials. Epoxy.com #229 combines the exterior durability and gloss retention of acrylic with the adhesion and toughness of epoxy. Features of Epoxy.com #229 include excellent resistance to abrasion, staining, and common chemicals. Epoxy.com #229 has excellent interior and exterior durability. Epoxy.com #229 was developed as a high performance topcoat for protection of exterior/interior concrete floors and walls. It is ideal for clean rooms, laboratories, driveways, garages, walks, and patios.ADVANTAGES
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Low Odor During Application & Cure•
Fast Dry & Re-coat Time•
Easy Clean-Up•
Low VOC•
Stain Resistant•
Good Gloss & Color RetentionCONSIDERATIONS
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Not recommended for use where strong solvents are anticipated.•
Substrate temperature must be a minimum of 50ºF and relative humidity below 85% for proper cure.•
Substrate must be free of dirt, waxes, curing agents, and other foreign material.•
Typically self-priming, but depends on density and condition of substrate. Product may require two coats.COMPOSITION
Waterborne Acrylic Epoxy.
COLOR SELECTION
Epoxy.com #229
is available in most Standard Colors. Contact Epoxy.com for assistance.APPLICATION
SURFACE PREPARATION
Surface Preparation
is the most critical portion of any successful resinous flooring system application. All substrates must be properly prepared as outlined on the Epoxy.com website. Epoxy.com Technical service department is pleased to answer any questions.INSTALLATION
Mix each component of Epoxy.com #229 prior to combining. Mix 1 part Part A with 4 parts Part B and allow to stand 15-30 minutes before applying. Roll mixed Epoxy.com #229 at a rate of 300-400 ft2 per gallon with a non-shedding, short nap roller. Care should be taken to avoid puddles. Do not build a film of the sealer. Roll out so that it soaks into the concrete. Two coats are necessary to insure uniform wetting and coverage when used as a stand alone sealer. The second coat may be applied as soon as the first coat is tack free. For complete installation instructions, contact Epoxy.com technical service department .
CLEAN UP
Skin and tools can be cleaned with soap and water. Xylene and/or lacquer thinner will also clean tools and equipment. Consult Material Safety Data for safety and health precautions.
RE-COAT/CURE TIMES
Epoxy.com #229
can be re-coated very rapidly. Follow the re-coat windows specified below:•
Re-coat 3-6 hours•
Light Traffic Overnight•
Heavy Traffic 5-7 days•
Thicker application and cooler temperatures will lengthen tack free time.COVERAGE
Epoxy.com #229,
when applied at 300 ft2, yields 1.8-2.0 mils dry film/TECHNICAL DATA
Viscosity @ 75ºF | 250-270 cps |
Mixing Ratio | 1 Part A to 4 Parts B by Volume |
Solids Content | 38-40% by Volume |
Volatile Organic Content (VOC) | 64.36 gm/L (0.54#/gallon) |
Bond Strength to Concrete | 300-400 psi (100% concrete failure) |
Weight per Gallon | 9.5-9.7 pounds per gallon, mixed |
CURE/DRY TIME
Pot Life | 4-6 hours |
Dry to Touch | 2-4 hours @ 75ºF |
Re-Coat | 3-6 hours @ 75ºF |
Light Traffic | 18-24 hours @ 75ºF |
Heavy Traffic | 5-7 days |
Higher temperatures and good ventilation will accelerate dry times; lower temperatures and higher humidity will lengthen dry times.
MAINTENANCE
Epoxy.com #229
is easily cleaned with neutral soaps or detergents. Routine mechanical scrubbing is recommended for all surfaces having a non-skid texture. Long periods of heavy traffic may cause wear patterns necessitating a maintenance application of a finish coat.