Use and Care Manual

GarageGuard
®
Waterborne Epoxy Semi-Gloss EGG-XXXX
Manufactured by Benjamin Moore & Co. 101 Paragon Drive, Montvale, NJ 07645 Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone] www.Insl-x.com M72 EGG-XXXX EN 050521
© 2017, 2021 Benjamin Moore & Co. All trademarks belong to their respective owners All rights reserved
Surface Preparation
Sweep all dirt and trash from the surface. Scrub floor with a stiff brush
and strong detergent solution to remove all dirt, grease, oil and othe
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contaminants. Scrub grease and oil spots with an Oil & Grease
Emulsifier. Scrub the floor a section at a time (10’ by 10’) and thoroughly
rinse each section before moving on. Once the entire floor is clean, rinse
the floor thoroughly with clean water and allow to dry completely. Use a
squeegee, if necessary, to remove ponded water.
Previously Painted Floor: Loose or damaged concrete and cracks must
be filled with a suitable concrete based patching material. Remove all
loose materials and dust. Remove loose or peeling paint by sanding and
scraping. Feather the edges to attain a smooth look to the finish coat.
Test the remaining paint for adhesion. Cut an X in the paint with a single
edge razor blade. Apply duct tape firmly to the floor directly over the X.
Remove the duct tape with one quick pull. If more than 25% of the paint
at the X is removed, do not apply GarageGuard
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until all existing paint is
removed. Do not use muriatic acid or other etching materials on a
painted floor.
Floor Never Painted: Allow new concrete to cure for a minimum of 30
days. Loose or damaged concrete and cracks must be filled with a
suitable concrete based patching material. Be sure to smooth the patch
completely. Allow to dry in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions. Remove all loose materials and dust. All bare concrete floors
need to be acid etched with a concrete etching solution or a 10% muriatic
acid solution to open and roughen the surface enough to assure good
adhesion and to neutralize the alkali salts. Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions and safety precautions. Be sure to protect your eyes
(goggles) and skin (rubber gloves and boots) while preparing and using
any acid solution. Neutralize the acid according to instructions on the
etching solution package –or- mix 1 lb. of baking soda in 5 gallons o
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clean water and distribute over the floor. Thoroughly rinse the floor with
clean water and allow to dry thoroughly (at least 24 hours). Check fo
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dryness using a moisture meter specific to masonry surfaces (2%
moisture content or less) or ASTM D-4253 Plastic Sheet Test. Tape down
a clear piece of plastic to the concrete floor for 24-48 hours; if moisture
collects or slab has darkened the moisture/vapor transmission is too high
to accept a coating and will need additional drying time. The floor should
have a roughened feel of about 80 grit sandpaper. Please consult
Technical Service for other surface preparations or for use in severe
environments.
Special Notes: All glossy surfaces can be slippery. Where nonskid
properties are required, a non-skid additive should be used.
A
ll epoxy coatings will chalk and fade if applied on exterior surfaces
subjected to direct sunlight. Under certain environmental conditions,
epoxy coatings will yellow. They can also stain with prolonged exposure
to brake fluid. This staining will not affect the durability or protective
qualities of the coating. GarageGuard
®
will not cure at surface
temperatures below 50 °F. Not recommended for use in immersion
service or acidic exposures.
WARNING! If you scrape, sand, or remove old paint, you may
release lead dust. LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST
CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS, SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE,
ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO
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VOID EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH approved respirator to control
lead exposure. Clean up carefully with a HEPA vacuum and a wet
mop. Before you start, find out how to protect yourself and you
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family by contacting the National Lead Informational Hotline at 1-
800-424-LEAD or log on to www.epa.gov/lead .
Application
Mix each individual component thoroughly prior to inter-mixing the two.
”A” and “B” must be combined together (3:1 ratio) and thoroughly mixed.
The use of a drill mixer at low speed is required to accomplish this
task. Then allow the mixture to induct for a period of 30 minutes. This
induction time is critical and should be the same for all kits.
Do not mix partial containers. Do not mix more material than can be
used in 4 hours.
Thin with water ONLY. Do not exceed 10% reduction.
Airless Spray: Tip range 15 - 19 thousandths. Total fluid output pressure
at tip should not be less than 2100 psi.
Air Spray (Pressure Pot): DeVilbis MBC or JGA gun, with 704 or 765 ai
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cap and Fluid Tip E.
NOTE: Do not allow material to remain in hoses, gun or spray equipment.
Thoroughly flush all equipment with recommended thinner.
Brush: Synthetic
Roller: 1/4” – ½” Nap Synthetic roller cover. Keep roller wet and roll in
one direction.
NOTE: If more than 48 hours (@ 77 °F) elapses between coats, sand
the film to provide sufficient profile. Recommended application
temperatures are between 50 and 90 °F. Do not paint if surface
temperature is within 5 degrees of the dew point or if rain is expected
within 12 hours.
Return to Service:
Light Foot traffic – 24 hours
Heavy Foot traffic – 48 hours
Cool tires – 72 hours
Hot Tires – 5 to 7 days
Clean Up
Clean brushes, rollers and other equipment with soap and wate
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immediately after use.
Environmental Health & Safety Information
Danger
Harmful if inhaled
Causes skin irritation
Causes serious eye damage
May cause cancer
Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
Causes damage to organs
Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated
exposure
Prevention: Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle
until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Use
personal protective equipment as required. Use only outdoors or in
a well-ventilated area. Wash face, hands and any exposed skin
thoroughly after handling. Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist
/
vapors/ spray. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
Response: IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/
physician. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several
minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do.
Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER o
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doctor/physician. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take of
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contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. IF INHALED:
Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position
comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER o
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doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
Storage: Store locked up.
Disposal: Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste
disposal plant.
IMPORTANT: Designed to be mixed with other components.
Mixture will have hazards of all components. Before opening
packages, read all warning labels. Follow all precautions.
CAUTION: All floor coatings may become slippery when wet.
Where non-skid characteristics are desired, use an appropriate
anti-slip aggregate.
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm–
www.P65warnings.ca.gov
This document represents hazards of the product referenced
above. Refer to the individual Safety Data Sheet for hazards of the
specific product you will be using.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
PROTECT FROM FREEZING
FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY
Refer to Safety Data Sheet for
additional health and safety information.