Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Product Type
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- Ready-to-Use Product Features
- Features/Benefits
- Resists ultraviolet degradation
- Protects and provides a uniform color finish to precast or cast-inplace concrete
- Fights atmospheric conditions
- Breathable
- Freeze-thaw stable
- Outstanding color retention
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Application Area
- Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
- Primary Applications
- Architectural finishes for buildings
- Sound walls
- Highway bridge structures
- Median barrier
- Retaining walls
- Concrete block, brick, and stucco
- Clean Up
Clean tools and equipment immediately after use with soap and hot water. Clean overspray or drips while still wet with soap and hot water. Dried material may require strong solvents or mechanical abrasion for removal.
- Coverage
Surface Texture First Coat (ft2/gal) Second Coat (ft2/gal) Concrete 150 to 225 250 to 350 Concrete block 100 to 175 175 to 275 Light weight/split face block 40 to 60 60 to 100 Brick 60 to 100 80 to 150 Stucco 60 to 100 80 to 120
Note - Coverage rates are approximate and are for estimating purposes only. Surface temperature, porosity, and texture will determine actual material requirements. Apply samples to all surfaces to be coated, and obtain approval of architect or owner for the color, finish, water repellency, and coverage before proceeding with work.
- Directions For Use
Surface Preparation
Cure new concrete or masonry surfaces for 28 days. Cracks, voids and holes in old concrete should be repaired before application of AQUASTAIN T-96. The surface must be structurally sound, clean, and free of dirt, paint, laitance, efflorescence and other contaminants. Provide an absorptive surface on all substrates including smooth precast or formed concrete by abrading the surface. Preparation should be done by mechanical means to achieve a surface profile equal to CSP 1 to 2 by ICRI Guideline 310.2. Properly clean profiled area. On porous surfaces or where required, the surface should be waterproofed with a compatible penetrating waterproofing sealer, such as CHEMSTOP WB, before applying AQUASTAIN T-96.
Mixing
AQUASTAT T-96 comes ready to use and requires no additives. Mix AQUASTAIN T-96 with a slow-speed drill and mixing blade to thoroughly disperse all ingredients. Do not aerate the mix. Do not dilute AQUASTAIN T-96 with any other material.
Application
AQUASTAIN T-96 should be applied when the temperature is warmer than 45°F and rising. AQUASTAIN T-96 is applied in two coats. The first coat primes the surface and equalizes the absorption of the substrate. The second coat, which is applied 12 to 24 hours after the first coat, provides the finished appearance and maximizes the durability. AQUASTAIN T-96 can be applied by airless spray, roller or brush. The preferred application method is airless spray using equipment capable of 1000 to 3000 psi with a self-cleaning reversible spray tip with a 0.53mm orifice. When applying AQUASTAIN T-96, hold the spray gun 30 to 45 cm from the wall. Use a cross coat technique which consists of a horizontal pass followed by a vertical pass. For fluted surfaces, only make vertical passes and hold the sprayer at the proper angle to coat both sides of the flutes. Apply AQUASTAIN T-96 to the point of saturation with no run down. Use brushes or rollers to remove sags or streak marks. Other use of brushes or rollers should be avoided except to coat edges or areas that cannot be sprayed. Apply the second coat 12 to 24 hours after the first using the same technique. Complete cure and full-color development will be realized 48 hours after the second coat.
Properties
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Solids Content (70°F) | 35 - 45 | % | - |
| Density (70°F) | 11.1 | lbs/gal | - |
| Viscosity (70°F) | 400 - 900 | cp | - |
| Dry Time (70°F) | 15 - 45 | minutes | - |
| Initial Cure Time (70°F) | 3 - 6 | h | - |
| Recoat (70°F) | 12 - 24 | h | - |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
Packaging & Availability
- Colors
AQUASTAIN HS is available in a wide range of standard colors. Special/custom colors are available with minimum quantity orders.
- Packaging
- 5 gal pail, Code: TL2204505§ (Std Colors), Code: TL2204505§ (Special Colors, MTO)
- 55 gal drum, Code: TL2204555§ (Std Colors)
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
1 year in original, properly stored, unopened package.
- Precautions/Limitations
- AQUASTAIN T-96 is not intended for horizontal surfaces.
- Do not thin or dilute AQUASTAIN T-96.
- Do not apply to exterior surfaces if rain is expected within 12 hours.
- Do not apply if temperatures are below 45°F or above 90°F. High humidity and cool temperatures will slow the drying process.
- Do not apply to frost-filled surfaces.
- Do not apply to non-absorbent materials such as glass, metal, glazed brick or glazed tile.
- AQUASTAIN T-96 is not intended to seal leaks or withstand hydrostatic water pressure.
- Fresh concrete and mortar joints should be cured at least 28 days before applying AQUASTAIN T-96.
- Protect from freezing.
- Store between 50°F to 90°F.