Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Product Type
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Ready-to-Use Product Features
- Advantages
- Eliminates the 28 day, 3-step process to provide water repellent protection to newly placed concrete.
- Long term protection of both new and existing exterior concrete from damage caused by freeze/thaw cycles and deicing chemicals.
- Allows freshly placed concrete to achieve its maximum design strength and durability.
- Non-yellowing and may be used on decorative and stamped concrete
- Reduces labor costs putting concrete into service weeks sooner than traditional methods
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
- Uses
- Recommended for use on both broom finish and decorative concrete
- New and existing horizontal and vertical concrete
- All types of concrete flatwork, driveways, plazas, patios, walkways and loading docks
- Long-term protection of both new and existing exterior concrete from damage caused by freeze/thaw cycles and deicing chemical
- For commercial and residential applications
- Directions
Mixing: Certi-Vex Guard Clear is packaged ready to use and does not require any special mixing.
Surface Preparation: If using to cure fresh concrete, ap-ply within two hours of bleed water dissipation when appli-cation will not mar the surface.
If applying as a sealer for older concrete, clean thoroughly with high-pressure water and allow the concrete to thor-oughly dry. Surface must be clean and free from dirt, dust, laitance, oil, grease, paints, curing agents, tilt up bond breakers, or other contaminants that would prevent proper adhesion. Joints to receive joint sealant should be masked or taped off prior to application. Extremely dense surfaces such as burnished trowel finished floors may be given a light acid wash to promote adequate penetration.Application: Apply uniformly leaving no pinholes or gaps. Do not allow the material to puddle.
Spray Apply: Use a low pressure, solvent resistant, air-less sprayer equipped with a fan nozzle orifice of 0.030 to 0.035” at 1 gpm or a solvent resistant hand pressurized sprayer with a ‘Cats Eye’ nozzle (minimum orifice of 0.032”). The optimum spray pattern is an 8 to 12 inch fan. Hold sprayer tip 8 to 12 inches from the surface of the concrete.
Roller Apply: Use a short nap (1/4” max) solvent resistant roller. An optional second coat may be applied to a tack free surface at right angles to the first.
- Cleanup
Clean tools and equipment with ChemMasters Coating Repair, xylene or mineral spirits before material dries.
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Standard Specification
- ASTM C309, Type 1, Class A & B (upon request 1D & 2) Standard Specification for Liquid Membrane-Forming Compounds for Curing Concrete
- AASHTO M-148, Type 1, Class A & B (upon request 1D & 2) Standard Specification for Liquid MembraneForming Compounds for Curing Concrete.
- Complies with National V.O.C. Emission Standards for Architectural Coatings, Federal EPA Regulation 40 CFR Part 59 and lower VOC regulations @ < 700 g/L
- Meets USDA requirements for incidental food contact when fully cured
Technical Details & Test Data
- Limitations
- For outdoor use only.
- Do not apply unless substrate and ambient tempera-tures are 20°F (-6°C) and rising at time of installation.
- Do not apply above 90°F (32°C) or below 20°F (-6°C).
- Do not apply in rain or when rain is expected within 4 hours before or after application.
- Protect plant life and landscaping from overspray.
- Quality curing or sealing compounds and floor treat-ments may darken or highlight the subtle color varia-tions naturally present in concrete. When the differ-ence in shading is objectionable consult ChemMasters Technical Department prior to concrete placement
- Certi-Vex Guard Clear is a penetrating water repel-lent designed to reduce the intrusion of water and salts. It is not a waterproofing membrane and thus cannot be expected to bridge cracks or joints in the concrete.
- All label precautions and the SDS must be fully understood before using this product. Ensure that you are using the most recent technical data sheet for instructions. Go to www.chemmasters.net for the most up to date information or contact ChemMasters at 800.486.7866 to verify.
- Proper application is the responsibility of the user. ChemMasters can only make technical recommenda-tions and cannot provide quality control on the jobsite.
- Technical Data
Estimating Guide
coverage rates vary with concrete conditionCondition ft2/gallon m2/liter New Concrete 125 to 150 3.1 to 3.7 Existing Concrete 250 to 300 6.1 to 7.4 Optional 2nd coat 400 to 500 9.8 to 12.3 Note: Increased absorptivity may require a second coat on porous substrates. Drying Time @ 70°F (21°C) with 50% R.H. To Touch <1 hr Light Foot Traffic 8 hrs Heavy Traffic 12 hrs Test Data VOC Content <700g/L Solids 25% Flash Point 108°F (42°C) Depth of Penetration 0.17 to 0.23 in. ASTM C642 - Water Absorption 89%
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging
Packaging and Product Number 5 US gallon pail (18.9 L) 36 / pallet FV1326.05 55 US gallon drum (208 L) 4/pallet FV1326.55
Storage & Handling
- Storage
Store tightly sealed containers in a cool dry area away from direct sunlight and sources of heat or ignition. Shelf life is three years from date of manufacture.