Where Not to Use

DO NOT use on vertical surfaces or areas subject to hydrostatic pressure. NOT for industrial use or areas subject to forklifts.

Preparation

• All surfaces must be clean, sound, dry and free of any dirt, oil, and grease.

New and Uncoated Concrete or Masonry Surfaces:

• Allow new surfaces to cure 30 days.
• Clean and etch surface using a product such as a muriatic acid etcher (read and follow all manufacturer's label directions) to achieve a textured profile similar to 150 grit sandpaper.
• Wipe your fingers over the clean, dry floor to check for dust or powder.
• Ensure there is no residue on your fingers that may have been left from the etcher. If residue is found, rinse the surface to remove residue.
• Allow the surface to dry completely.
• Sprinkle a few drops of water onto the surface. If water is quickly absorbed and the surface feels like 150 grit sandpaper, the surface is ready. If not, re-etch.

Painted, Stained or Sealed Concrete:

• For a painted surface in sound condition, use a product to clean and prepare the surface.
• If the coating is failing or peeling, use a paint stripper to remove old coating or scrape/sand down to a sound concrete surface.
• Scuff sand glossy surfaces.
• Clean and spot etch any exposed concrete.
• Remove all dust with a damp cloth, allow to dry.

Prime

Optimize topcoat adhesion by priming with BEHR PREMIUM® No. 880 Concrete & Masonry Bonding Primer for areas subject to automotive tires, heavy foot traffic, or persistent exposure to moisture, or in areas previously treated for efflorescence or laitance.

Application

• DO NOT THIN. Intermix all cans of the same product to ensure colour uniformity.
• Stir before and occasionally during application.
• Use product when air and surface temperatures are between 10-32° C.
• Apply to dry concrete. Do not apply if rain or heavy dew is expected within 24 hours.
• Do not apply in direct sunlight.
• Tape off any adjacent areas and apply to the edges using a nylon/polyester brush.
• For hairline cracks up to 2 mm, completely fill in with coating using a brush and allow to dry completely prior to roller application.
• Apply an even first coat using a 3 mm adhesive roller cover or nylon/polyester brush.
• NOTE: The first coat will act as the base coat and it will not completely cover the surface by design. Avoid over application on the first coat.
• Apply from a roller tray or pour directly from the container
• NOTE: Pouring can help spread the coating quickly however it may reduce the overall spread rate.
• Work in areas approximately 1 m x 1 m.
• Pour a circular (pancake style) shape with a 25 cm diameter of the working area.
• Spread from the center outwards, rolling in multiple directions to evenly distribute.
• For long, narrow areas, pour a strip about 8-12 cm across the surface.
• Apply moderate pressure to the roller to push the coating outwards and even out the surface.
• Work quickly and overlap the previously coated areas to ensure full coverage.
• Avoid regular patterns and knock down hard edges using the roller.
• Allow first coat to dry then apply second coat in the same method as the first coat.
• While two coats are necessary, additional coats may help hide previous surface imperfections or cover over contrasting colours.
• For large projects, consider using a texture sprayer with a 4 mm tip.
• Spray in 1.2 m x 1.2 m sections and back roll with 3 mm adhesive roller cover.

Touch-Ups:

• An annual touch-up may be required in areas subject to automotive tires or heavy traffic.
• Clean touch-up area with power washer or scrub brush.
• For small touch-up areas, use a nylon/polyester brush.
• For larger touch-up areas, use 6mm adhesive roller cover.
• Feather out product in multiple directions, slightly overlapping previous coating.
• Allow to completely dry and repeat steps as needed.
• NOTE: Once dry, touch-up area will likely have higher sheen.

Dry Time

• Longer dry time required in cooler temperatures and in higher humidity.
• The floor may be subjected to light foot traffic after 24 hours.
• Allow 72 hours before subjecting surface to automotive tires, heavy foot traffic or repositioning furniture.
• Premature heavy traffic will cause paint failure requiring spot recoating.
• Wait at least 30 days before rinsing or cleaning. Use a mild detergent as needed.
• Abrasive cleaners and pressure-washers should be used carefully to avoid premature coating failure.

Clean Up

• Soap & water clean-up.
• Wait at least 30 days before rinsing or cleaning.
• Use a mild detergent as needed.
• Abrasive cleaners and pressure-washers should be used carefully to avoid premature coating failure.

Disposal

• Properly dispose of all soiled rags.
• To recycle or properly dispose of product in your community, contact your household refuse collection service.

To consult with a Behr Company Representative, call 1-800-661-1591.