MIX RATIO

1:1 by volume A:B

The epoxy paint is supplied as a two-part system with Part A giving the colour and Part B being the base. The two parts are mixed in equal quantities to give a ready-to-use epoxy paint.

IMPORTANT: Follow the detailed instructions for mixing and application on container

PAINT COVERAGE of 10 Liters

• Bare surfaces: 18 to 25 square meter
• Re-coats: 37 to 43 square meter

SIZES OF PAINT BATCHES:

• We recommend to mix batches of maximum 4 Liter at a time
• Therefore:
• • To make 4 Liters of paint, mix 2L of part A and 2L of part B together
  • For a 2 Liters batch of paint, mix 1L of part A and 1L of part B together

PACKAGING SIZE:

• Part A – 5L (Dawn Blue, White or Charcoal)
• Part B – 5L (base)

DRYING TIME BEFORE 2ND COAT:

• 16 to a maximum of 72 hours
• If it takes longer than 72 hours before the second coat is applied for whatever reason, the painted surface with the first coat have to be soft sanded before applying a second coat.

FINAL DRYING TIME AFTER 2 EPOXY COATS ARE APPLIED:

• Outdoor Pool: 5-7 days before filling.
• Indoor Pool: 10-14 days before filling.
• Ensure adequate ventilation.

OVERVIEW OF APPLICATION

Step 1: Clean the pool surface area and get it ready to apply paint (DAY 1)

• Aged plaster should be checked for integrity. Check for hollow, weak and crumbling plaster and repair the plaster before painting.
• Use Ramuc Clean & Prep Solution to clean the surface by following the directions on the container. The product degrease and dissolve mineral deposits, increases porosity that create maximum adhesion. Unlike other acid-based cleaners, Ramuc Clean & Prep Solution neutralises when diluted with water and is safe to use near plants and grass.
• Use a pressure washer to remove loose material, debris and dirt.
• If surface is exceptionally hard, we recommend sanding with an #80 grit sandpaper to create surface profile prior to applying the first coat of epoxy.
• New concrete and plaster surfaces must be cured and dry for 28 days prior to painting.

Step 2: Check surface dryness

CONDENSATION TEST: After all cleaning is complete, allow the surface to dry. Average time varies according to climate and porosity of the substrate.

• Tape 50 cm x 50 cm pieces of transparent plastic to areas in the deep end wall, floor and several other areas of the pool.
• Wait 4 hours during daytime to determine if condensation has formed underneath the plastic.
• If condensation is evident, the surface is not dry enough to paint. Remove the plastic and wait 24 hours to perform the test again and continue until no condensation forms.
• This ensures that the surface is dry enough to apply paint.

Step 3: Paint the first coat 

• Ensure that no rain is expected during the next 36 hours before painting starts.
• Optional, but recommended: Use masking tape to cover inlet spouts and mosaic tiles that should not be painted
• Follow directions on containers.
• The paint is supplied in 2 parts. The mixing ratio is 1 to 1.
• Thus, 1 part A is mixed with 1 part B.
• Mix the 2 parts well together and apply the entire mix within 3 hours. In other words, the potlife of the product is 3 hours.
• No rain or water should be allowed during painting or the initial drying period onto the surface.
• IMPORTANT: Ensure that garden irrigation and all watering systems nearby the pool are turned off.

Step 4: Re-coat with a second coat

• After 16 hours and no longer than 72 hours after completion of the first coat, painting of the final (second) coat should be done.
• Ensure that no rain or water come in contact with the painted surface for 6 hours after painting

Step 5: Allow the epoxy painted outdoor pools to cure for 7 days after painting

• Painted surface will be touch-dry in a few hours, but in order for the epoxy to harden and cure it should be kept dry for at least 7 days
• If rain occurs during the 7 day drying period, sponge dry after every occurrence of rain and add more drying time
• The drying time for indoor pools is 14 days

Step 6: Fill the swimming pool with water

• Fill the pool with water
• Ensure chemical water balance as for marble plaster surfaces, of which the most important parameters to test and adjust is the following:

• • Keep the Total Alkalinity (TA) between 80 and 120 ppm (parts per million)
  • The pH should be kept between 7.2 and 7,6
  • The level of Free Chlorine should be maintained between 1 and 3 ppm

TOOLS REQUIRED (not supplied):

• Paint brushes
• Epoxy paint rollers and paint roller handles
• A drilling machine with Paint Mixer

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