Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Product Type
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Features and Benefits
Features:
- Factory blended
- Applicator friendly
Benefits:
- Consistent quality from bag to bag
- Fiber reinforced
- Lower pH
- Easy trowel and easy to float
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Application Method
- Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
- Uses
Foam-kote is primarily used as a base coat to embed reinforcing mesh, as well as adhering EPS insulation board to approved substrates. Foam-kote can be used as an adhesive over Dens Glass Gold (ASTM C1177); water resistant core gypsum sheathing (ASTM C1396). Foam-kote can also be used as an adhesive over concrete, concrete masonry, stucco and other approved substrates.
- Surface Preparation
Surface must be clean and free of bonding-inhibiting materials such as dirt, dust, rust, grease, oil, e_x001e_orescence, mildew, fungus, form-release agents or any other contaminants. Remove and repair any loose paint, mortar, stucco, concrete or masonry by water blasting, sand blasting, scraping or using a wire brush. Substrate should be sound and securely fastened. Failure to correctly prepare the surface may result in product failure. Painted substrates must have the paint removed with methods that result in no more than 10% of the remaining surface having paint.
- Coverage
Approximate coverage of 90 lbs. as follows:
- 90 - 110 sq. ft. at 3.32” thick as a basecoat.
- 90 - 110 sq. ft. at as an adhesive using a 3/16” nothced trowel.
- 60 - 80 sq. ft. as an adhesive using a 3/8” notched trowel (coverage will vary depending on substrate).
- Clean Up
Clean tools and equipment with water immediately after use.
- Mixing
To begin place 4 quarts of clean potable water into a clean plastic pail. Slowly add the Shurkote db and mix with a drill mixer and Jiffler paddle or similar paddle. Do not exceed 400 rpm when mixing or the product could be air-entrained which will decrease strenghts and bonding characteristics. Mix completely and allow to stand for 5 minutes. Re-mix the plaster for 1 minute before applying. A small amount of water may be added until desired consistency is achieved. If working in hot conditions or a longer open time is desired, ice down water prior to mixing.
- Application
The EPS surface must be rasped flat with no irregularities greater than 1/16” in a 4’ span.
Back wrap: complete the back wrapping of all exposed edges of the EPS insulation board prior to embedding the reinforcing mesh over wall surface.
To embed Mesh: Apply Foam-kote with stainless steel trowel uniformly to the entire insulation board surface at approximately 3/32”. Immediately place reinforcing mesh against the wet Foam-kote avoiding wrinkles, trowel from the center outward until mesh is completely embeded. The mesh should be continuous at all corners and lapped or butted in accordance with Shurkote’s recommendations. Thickness of product should be enough to completely hide and embed the reinforcing mesh.
As an adhesive: For application over approved sheathing, using a stainless notch trowel, (3/8’ x 3/8” x 3/8”) apply the mixed shall stand out 3/8” from the surface of the insulation board. Apply Shurkote wb with the ribbons running vertical across the 2” dimension of the insulation board.
- Curing
Foam-kote needs to be protected from rain and allowed to cure for at least 24 hours.
- Limitations
Foam-kote should be applied when surface and ambient conditions are between 40ºF and 110ºF during application and cure time. Weather conditions may afect drying time and workability.
Safety & Health
- Safety
Precaution: Keep out of the reach of children. Not for internal consumption. Do not apply in non-ventilated areas. Use protective equipment such as gloves, eye protection and clothing.
First Aid:
- In case of eye contact, flush with water at least 15 minutes.
- In case of skin contact, wash afected areas with soap and water. If irritation persists, Seek medical attention. Remove and wash contaminated clothing.
- If inhalation causes physical discomfort, remove to fresh air. If discomfort continues, any breathing dificulty occurs or if swallowed, Seek medical attention.
Disposal: Dispose of in accordance with local, state or federal regulations.
Warning: Keep out of the reach of children. Not for internal consumption, for industrial use only.
Spills: Scrape up and wash with water immediately. If material has set, scrape material with appropiate tools and clean with citric acid.
Prop 65: This product contains material listed by the state of California known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Packaging
50 lbs (22.6 kg) paper bag
Storage & Handling
- Storage
Store in cool dry place away from direct sunlight. 1 year when stored in a cool dry location, away from direct sunlight and kept from freezing.