Use and Care Manual

TECHNICAL DATA ESH-17
EPOXYSHIELD
®
PENETRATING CONCRETE SEALER
Form: GDH-358
Rev.: 050614
1
DESCRIPTION AND USES .
EpoxyShield
®
Penetrating Concrete Sealer provides excellent
protection from the damaging effects of water, oil, chemicals, and
stains to help extend the life of concrete. EpoxyShield
Penetrating Concrete Sealer seeps deep into concrete pores to
form a protective barrier beneath the surface. The durable barrier
repels water and water-borne salt preventing common concrete
problems (pitting, spalled, and dusting) and also provides
protection against automotive oil and hydraulic fluids.
EpoxyShield Penetrating Concrete Sealer is designed for use on
bare concrete and masonry surfaces such as driveways, patios,
walkways, landscaping blocks, and pavers. Do not use on
stained concrete.
.PRODUCTS .
SKU Description
265021 Penetrating Sealer (1-Gallon)
265020 Penetrating Sealer (5-Gallon)
.PRODUCT APPLICATION .
SURFACE PREPARATION
Allow new concrete to cure for a minimum of 28 days. Do not
use on asphalt. Remove any oil spots, grease or spills and wash
the floor with EpoxyShield Heavy Duty Degreaser or a suitable
detergent or degreasing solution. Thoroughly rinse with fresh
water. Then etch the floor using Rust-Oleum Concrete Etch or
Rust-Oleum 108 Clean & Etch. Note: If the concrete is not
completely rinsed, the sealer may not properly penetrate
the concrete.
If the floor is sealed, the sealer will have to be removed by
grinding or shot blasting. To determine if a concrete sealer is
present, drip a small amount of water onto various areas on the
surface. If the water beads up, a sealer is present and
EpoxyShield Penetrating Concrete Sealer cannot be used.
Previously Coated Floors: EpoxyShield Penetrating Concrete
Sealer cannot be used on previously painted floors. If the floor is
previously painted, all paint must be removed prior to sealing.
.PRODUCT APPLICATION (cont.) .
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 YOUNG CHILDREN. PREGNANT
WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID 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 your family by contacting the
National Lead Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD or log on
to www.epa.gov/lead.
APPLICATION
EpoxyShield Penetrating Concrete Sealer is ready to use. Apply
only when air, material, and surface temperatures are between
60-85°F (15-29°C) and the surface temperature is at least 5°F
(3°C) above the dew point. The relative humidity should not be
greater than 85%. The minimum floor temperature for painting is
55°F (13°C). Pour a portion of the material into a lined paint pan.
Immediately begin to cut in the perimeter of the floor along the
wall, or other areas where a roller cannot reach, using a brush or
edger before beginning roller application. Use a synthetic ⅜" nap
roller cover on a 9" roller frame to apply an even coat of
EpoxyShield Penetrating Concrete Sealer onto the surface. Limit
the application to 4x4 foot (1.2x1.2m) sections at a time. Maintain
a wet edge to prevent lap marks and gloss variations. Make all
final passes in the same direction to ensure uniform appearance.
CLEAN-UP
When finished, wash tools and equipment with warm water.
Properly dispose of all soiled rags and protect unused product
from freezing.