OVERVIEW
Ramuc
Type ADC Acrylic Deck Coat offers tremendous advantages
over traditional solvent-based paints. Formulated
to upgrade Kool-Deck and other textured concrete deck
surfaces, acrylic coatings can and should be applied
to a damp surface, will clean up with soap and water,
and allows the deck to return to service in 48 hours.
Water-based acrylics are extremely colorfast and UV
resistant.
For compatibility purposes, the existing paint on
previously painted deck should be determined before
painting. If existing surface is unknown, a sample
should be submitted for testing to determine the type
of existing paint. Paint chips can be taken to any
Ramuc distributor/dealer to be forwarded to the Ramuc
laboratory for analysis.
SUPPLIES NEEDED:
- Cleaning products:
Tri-sodium phosphate (TSP)1
Muriatic or sulfamic acid1 solution
High-pressure power washer (optional)
-
Abrasion material used to create a medium grade
sandpaper profile for previously painted epoxy
surfaces only:
Sandpaper #80 grit, power sander, or wire brush
-
Painting supplies:
No larger than 3/8" nap mohair metal, lambskin,
phenolic core roller2
Paint brush for detailing2
5 gallon bucket for boxing (intermixing) paint
Mechanical mixer (this simply can be a paddle
attachment2 to a power drill)
Ramuc Thinner for cleaning-up tools and spills
-
Joint or crack filler:
Hydraulic cement1 or Durathane polyurethane
sealant or any other submersible polyurethane
sealant. Do not use silicone-based products, as
paint adhesion will be adversely affected.
1 Included in Ramuc Surface Preparation Kit
2 Included in Ramuc Application Kit
The keys to a successful pool or deck paint job are
proper SURFACE PREPARATION AND CORRECT APPLICATION.
By following these simple 1-2-3 steps, you're ensuring
virtually maintenance-free paint service on your pool.
GENERAL SURFACE PREPARATION
Immediately after the pool is emptied, begin the
3-step process.
- STEP 1- The area to be painted should be tested
for integrity and soundness. Water blast the surface
to remove loose paint and dirt. If painting over
existing epoxy, the surface must be sanded/abraded
to achieve an #80 grit profile. Then, scrub the
entire deck with a soap/tri-sodium phosphate (TSP)
solution to remove all dirt, oils, loose or peeling
paint, and chalk. Should any minor repairs need
to be made, such as hydraulic cement patch or crack
joint filling, do them at this time. Follow the
manufacturer’s recommendations.
- STEP 2- All surfaces should then be acid etched
with a 15-20% solution of muriatic or sulfamic acid
to achieve a medium grade sandpaper finish on bare
concrete or plaster and to remove mineral deposits
on previously painted epoxy surfaces. Neutralize/rinse
with TSP and water.
MIXING THE PAINT - Acrylic Deck Coat is self-priming;
no other type of primer is recommended or should
be used. Mechanically mix the paint to achieve
uniform consistency and color. If you are using
more than one (1) gallon of paint at a time, remember
to box (intermix) several gallons together.
APPLICATION
- STEP 3 - Use no more than a 3/8" nap mohair
metal, lambskin, phenolic core roller. Apply at
the recommended coverage rate. Ideal air temperatures
for application are between 50-90ºF. Surface
temperature should be at least 50ºF.
Do not paint when rain is imminent.
CURE RATES
Outdoors - 2 days
Indoors - 4 days
If rain occurs during the curing process, allow
an extra day of dry time for each day of rain.
Rain on a newly painted surface can cause color
blushing and the finish could be altered.
To recoat - 4 hours
Finish - flat
Primer - all Ramuc paints are self-priming
COVERAGE
125 - 150 sq.ft. on bare, sandblasted, or rough
surfaces.
250 - 350 sq. ft. on recoats
(actual coverage will vary and is dependent upon
the texture and profile of the surface)
Minimum dry film per coat - 1.6 mils dry (4 mils
wet)
Maximum dry film per coat - 2.3 mils dry (6 mils
wet)
Clean-up - Soap and water
TECHNICAL DATA
Weight/gallon - 10.8 ± 0.2 lbs.
Solids by weight - 41% ± 1%
Solids by volume - 32% ± 1%
V.O.C. - Does not exceed 190 g/l
SPRAY INFORMATION
DO NOT SPRAY ACRYLIC DECK COAT
SPECIAL SITUATIONS
I. BLUSHING - FADING
The cause:
* Chlorine may cause a "bleached-out"
look
* Painting a water-based acrylic on a too hot,
too dry surface will actually "cook"
the coating.
The solution:
* Wet with a weak (2-3%) solution of muriatic
acid. Acid will remove iron stains without damaging
the paint film.
II. BLISTERING
The cause:
* Applying paint too thick
* Applying over chalk or dirt
* Applying to a too hot or too dry surface
The solution:
* Apply at recommended coverage rates. Thicker
is not better when applying deck paint.
* Dampen or mist the surface prior to painting
* Clean/scrub/and abrade prior to painting
|
