Use and Care Manual

HANDLING PRECAUTIONS:
Use only with adequate ventilation. An appropriate cartridge type
respirator must be used during application in conned areas. Avoid
contact with skin. Protective gloves, eyewear and clothing are recom-
mended.
PROP 65 WARNING:
Classic Coatings Systems, as a blender of processed material in the State
of Cal-ifornia, is required by Proposition 65 to warn that one or more
of the components contained in the product contain chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. The State of California (Proposition 65) requires
this warning in the absence of denitive testing to prove that the
dened risks do not exist. We believe this product complies with all
other applicable state and federal laws and regulations governing
manufacturing, distribu-tion and intended use. User is solely
responsible for the legal disposal of this container and/or its contents.
WARRANTY:
Classic Coatings Systems products are warranted for one year after
date of purchase. Please refer to the Limited Material warranty for
addition-al clarication. NOTICE TO BUYER: DISCLAIMER OF
WARRANTIES AND LIMITATIONS ON OUR LIABILITY. We warrant that
our products are manufactured to strict quality assurance
specications and that the information supplied by us is accurate to
the best of our knowledge. Such information supplied about our
products is not a representation or a warranty. It is supplied on the
condition that you shall make your own tests to determine the
suitability of our product for your particular purpose. Any use or
application other than recommended herein is the sole responsibility of
the user. Listed physical properties are typical and should not be
construed as specications. NO WARRANTY IS MADE, EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED, REGARDING SUCH OTHER INFORMATION, THE DATA ON
WHICH IT IS BASED, OR THE RESULTS YOU WILL OBTAIN FROM ITS USE.
NO WARRANTY IS MADE, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, THAT OUR PRODUCT
SHALL BE MERCHANTABLE OR THAT OUR PRODUCT SHALL BE FIT
FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE. NO WARRANTY IS MADE THAT THE USE
OF SUCH INFORMATION OR OUR PRODUCT WILL NOT INFRINGE UPON
ANY PATENT. We shall have no liability for incidental or consequential
damages, direct or indirect. Our liability is limited to the net selling price
of our product or the replacement of our product, at our option.
Acceptance of delivery of our product means that you have accepted
the terms of this warranty whether or not purchase or-ders or other
documents state terms that vary from this warranty. No representative is
authorized to make any representation or warranty or assume any other
liability on our behalf with any sale of our products. Our products
contain chemicals that may CAUSE SERIOUS PHYSICAL INJURY.
BEFORE USING, READ THE MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET & FOLLOW
ALL PRECAUTIONS TO PREVENT BODILY HARM.
Technical assistance and info. is available by calling: [phone]
www.ClassicCoatingsSystems.com
Classic Coatings Systems • 255 Citation Circle, Corona, CA 92878
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A PREMIUM SEMI-TRANSPARENT DECORATIVE STAIN
Simple Stain Concentrate
✓ READ SDS BEFORE HANDLING & APPLICATION
✓ Highly recommended to test a small inconspicuous area rst.
✓ TURN OFF SPRINKLERS FOR TWO DAYS PRIOR TO AND AFTER.
✓ Always protect neighboring surfaces including wood,
carpet, metal, landscaping and other non-masonry surfaces.
✓ Caution: Surface is slippery when wet.
✓ Before you start staining wear rubber gloves & safety glasses
✓ New concrete must cure for 28 days before stain is applied.
✓ Note: For older concrete, waterbased stains work the best.
SURFACE PREPARATION HOW TO MIX THE COLOR – PER GALLON
APPLICATION
SEALING THE SURFACE
Surface preparation is one of the most important steps of the staining
process. The concrete must be free of debris, dirt, and oils. Start by
cleaning the surface with our Organic Concrete Cleaner on broom
nished and smooth  nished concrete. Clean twice with the cleaner,
and pressure wash the concrete with fresh water at 2,800 psi. Rinse the
surface with fresh water to remove any softened concrete created by the
etching and pressure washing process. For sandblasted concrete, clean
one time with Organic Concrete Cleaner and pressure wash the
concrete with fresh water at 2,800 psi. Rinse the surface with fresh water.
For Stamp concrete and smooth surfaces concrete the process is the same.
Often, surfaces inside an existing house will have dry wall mud, paint,
wood stains, tile adhesives, and carpet adhesives, grease, pet stains, etc on
the concrete. These spots will show through if not removed as these get
into the pores of the concrete and block the staining process. There are
several products available at a local hardware store such as adhesive
removers and lacquer thinners that can be used to clear these products
from concrete. Cleaning one of these oors to a level that is able to be
stained is a considerable amount of work but not impossible. If you desire
a more even nish consider one of our overlay resurfacing products like
Classic Stamp Overlay (white). White always shows a better color. For
indoor use apply Classic Micro Topping (white), especially on a oor that
has had glued tile or glued carpet.
When staining an area, cover the surrounding areas thoroughly with drop
cloths and clear plastic sheeting including plants and furniture so that
nothing is accidentally stained, stains can be dicult if not impossible to
remove. The appearance of the nished product is very much inuenced
by the manner in which the stain is applied. The stain can be sprayed,
mopped, brushed, rubbed, but the best way is using a plastic sprayer and
a push broom, etc. We suggest to spray on method using an all plastic
pump sprayer (no metal parts) and a push broom brush in circular strokes.
*Caution: Sealers are known to be slippery when wet, we highly
recommend adding Classic Gator Grip to combat slipperiness.
We recommend mixing 1 quart of Classic Simple Stain Concentrate
with 4 quarts of distilled or deionized water. Do not use hard water as
it may adversely affect color and performance. Mix for 5 minutes with
a drill and mixing paddle. When using more than 1 quart of the same
color, we highly recommend mixing them together in a clean 5-gallon
pail for consistent color.
To achieve a lighter color, mix 1 quart of Classic Simple Stain
Concentrate with 5 quarts of distilled or deionized water. The
dilution ratio should not surpass 5 quarts since vehicle solids
(adhesion) decreases, resulting in a less durable stain.
MIX VERY WELL BEFORE USING! For best results, apply the first
application using a pump-up sprayer in a circular motion with a wand.
You may also apply it with an airless sprayer or other faux technique
tools to achieve the desired look. Additional coats can be applied after
20-30 minutes at 77°F. It’s also common to use brushes for a sample
only. Lighter colors should be applied first by “layering” colors. Apply
Classic Simple Stain Concentrate in even circular clockwise motions
(do not allow it to puddle). Wait until the first application dries, then
apply the second coat in even counter-clockwise motions. Always use
very light applications. Remember the more you apply, the darker the
color becomes. When using a pump or airless sprayer, shake or mix
Classic Simple Stain Concentrate every 5-6 minutes. Classic Simple
Stain Concentrate can be sealed after 4-6 hours with a Classic Coatings
Systems water based sealer. Do not allow Classic Simple Stain
Concentrate to get wet before sealing.
After the floor has completely dried, the surface must be sealed
with one of our sealers. To spray the sealer on, use a good all
season deck sealant pump sprayer. These usually come with three
different nozzles. For spraying the sealer straight, use a medium
sized cone tipped nozzle and thoroughly coat the surface. Classic
Sealers dry smooth and flat to the surface. The most important
aspect is complete coverage. A thick coating of sealer can some-
times take 48 hours to cure enough for foot traffic and 5-7 days
for parking, depending on humidity, etc. In a sprayed or rolled
surface you can come across areas of a floor that are more porous
and absorb more of the sealer. Rolling is a popular method for
applying the sealer. Be sure to use a 3/8 inch napped roller. It is
much harder to get an even, thick coating of sealer with a roller
and is the method most likely to have unpredictable results.
Second coat of sealer can be applied 1 1/2 to 2 hours after the first.
REVISED: FEBRUARY 2024